Swim Lessons at the
Bonner Springs YMCA
UPCOMING SWIM LESSONS
Enroll in swim lessons at the Bonner Springs Family YMCA! Our programs are about more than just the techniques and skills. They are about nurturing swimming skills, developing self-esteem and creating positive experiences that will last a lifetime.
LOCATION: 2251 S 138th Street, Bonner Springs, KS 66012
All lessons are 8 classes.
Bring a swimsuit, towel and goggles (without a nose mask) to each lesson. Disposable diapers are not allowed in the pool. Young children must wear a swim diaper and a swimsuit.
Stage A: Water Discovery
Infants and young children can adjust to the water and learn basic skills with Swim Starters swim lessons at the Y. In this enrichment class, designed for children 6 months to 3 years old, one or both parents or guardians participate with their child in supervised activities that help children become more comfortable in the water.
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Bonner Springs - Water Discovery - Parent/Child
- 09:00 AM - 9:30 AM, Saturday
- Sep 18 - Nov 6
- Mixed
Stage B: Water Exploration
Water Exploration focuses on learning body positions, blowing bubbles and practicing fundamental safety and aquatic skills.
Accompanied by a parent or guardian, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness skills through fun and confidence-building experiences, while parents and guardians learn about water safety, drowning prevention, and the importance of supervision.
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Bonner Springs - Water Exploration - Parent/Child
- 09:00 AM - 9:30 AM, Saturday
- Sep 18 - Nov 6
- Mixed
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Bonner Springs - Water Exploration - Parent/Child
- 04:30 PM - 5:00 PM, Monday
- Sep 20 - Nov 8
- Mixed
Stage 1: Water Acclimation
Water Acclimation is the first stage of swim lessons and focuses on skills for beginners. In Water Acclimation, students are introduced to the pool and develop safe water habits in a fun and encouraging environment. Students become comfortable with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit a body of water in the event they fall in. This introductory stage builds the foundation for the child's future progress in swimming.
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Bonner Springs - Water Acclimation - Preschool
- 06:00 PM - 6:35 PM, Tuesday, Thursday
- Sep 14 - Oct 7
- Mixed
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Bonner Springs - Water Acclimation - Preschool
- 05:15 PM - 5:50 PM, Monday
- Sep 20 - Nov 8
- Mixed
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Bonner Springs - Water Acclimation - Preschool
- 06:00 PM - 6:35 PM, Tuesday, Thursday
- Oct 12 - Nov 4
- Mixed
Stage 2: Water Movement
TIME: 35 minutes
FEES: Preschool - $52 Y member, $94 community participant; Youth - $54 Y member, $96 community participant
Water Movement is the second stage of swim lessons. In this stage, students focus on body position and control, forward movement, directional change and basic self-rescue skills. This stage also reinforces how to safely exit a body of water in the event of falling in.
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Bonner Springs - Water Movement - Preschool
- 05:15 PM - 5:50 PM, Tuesday, Thursday
- Sep 14 - Oct 7
- Mixed
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Bonner Springs - Water Movement - Preschool
- 10:30 AM - 11:05 AM, Saturday
- Sep 18 - Nov 6
- Mixed
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Bonner Springs - Water Movement - Preschool
- 06:00 PM - 6:35 PM, Monday
- Sep 20 - Nov 8
- Mixed
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Bonner Springs - Water Movement - Preschool
- 05:15 PM - 5:50 PM, Tuesday, Thursday
- Oct 12 - Nov 4
- Mixed
Stage 3: Water Stamina
TIME: 35 minutes
FEES: Preschool - $52 Y member, $94 community participant; Youth - $54 Y member, $96 community participant
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Bonner Springs - Water Stamina - Youth
- 09:45 AM - 10:20 AM, Saturday
- Sep 18 - Nov 6
- Mixed
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Bonner Springs - Water Stamina - Preschool
- 06:00 PM - 6:35 PM, Monday
- Sep 20 - Nov 8
- Mixed
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Bonner Springs - Water Stamina - Youth
- 06:00 PM - 6:35 PM, Tuesday, Thursday
- Oct 12 - Nov 4
- Mixed
Stage 4: Stroke Introduction
TIME: 35 minutes
FEES: Preschool - $52 Y member, $94 community participant; Youth - $54 Y member, $96 community participant
Stroke Introduction is the fourth stage of swim lessons and the first in the Swim Strokes category. Students develop the basic frontcrawl and backcrawl strokes and are introduced to components of the breaststroke and butterfly strokes. Students also build endurance and practice safety techniques for deep water.
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Bonner Springs - Stroke Introduction - Youth
- 06:45 PM - 7:20 PM, Tuesday, Thursday
- Sep 14 - Oct 7
- Mixed
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Bonner Springs - Stroke Introduction - Youth
- 10:30 AM - 11:05 AM, Saturday
- Sep 18 - Nov 6
- Mixed
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Bonner Springs - Stroke Introduction - Youth
- 05:15 PM - 5:50 PM, Monday
- Sep 20 - Nov 8
- Mixed
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Bonner Springs - Stroke Introduction - Youth
- 06:45 PM - 7:20 PM, Tuesday, Thursday
- Oct 12 - Nov 4
- Mixed
Stage 5: Stroke Development
TIME: 35 minutes
FEES: $54 Y member, $96 community participant
Stroke Development is the fifth stage of swim lessons. Students continue to work on their stroke techniques and are introduced to all competitive strokes. Swimmers develop stamina in the basic frontcrawl and backcrawl strokes, learn the breast and butterfly strokes. Deep water safety and endurance are also reinforced.
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Bonner Springs - Stroke Development - Youth
- 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM, Saturday
- Sep 18 - Nov 6
- Mixed
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Bonner Springs - Stroke Development - Youth
- 06:45 PM - 7:30 PM, Monday
- Sep 20 - Nov 8
- Mixed
Stage 6: Stroke Mechanics
For kids able to swim the competitive strokes, Stroke Mechanics offers an opportunity to further develop skills and form. Classes use drills to improve technique and also include instruction and practice on turns and streamlines.
- Registrations for this location currently unavailable.
Tiger Sharks Swim Club
Kids looking to take their swim skills to the level can sign up for Swim Club. Meets on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 5:30-7 p.m. Fees: $45 Y member, $85 community participant, per month.
Interested in competitive swimming? Our Ducks Swim Team is also available. Visit our Swim Club page, or call 913.422.9348 for more information.