The Somerville Y is excited to offer online registration.  Classes fill very quickly so register as soon as possible to secure a spot.

  • Register child for the correct swim level. Child will be removed from class list if level is incorrect and disrupts the flow of the class.  Another class level is not guaranteed due to class ratios.  When in doubt, choose a lower swim level.
  • Once registered you will receive an email confirmation with your class information.

Registration is CLOSED for the current session.

Spring 2024 Session Dates

Weekday lessons run from April 2nd to May 16th

Saturday lessons will run from April 6th to May 18th

NO CLASSES  April 16th-20th

Pre-Registration Required

2024 Session Cost: $36.00 Member / $75 Non-Member

Scholarships Available for MEMBERS just call the Front Desk 617-625-5050

Click here to view 2024 Swim Lesson Price Changes

  To register click on the time slot you wish to sign up for.

Class Offerings *For information on each level, please scroll below sign-up links.*

Level 1 (Intro to Water skills, Age 6+)

Tuesdays: 4:00pm

Wendesdays: 3:30pm

Thursdays: 3:30pm or 4:30pm   

Saturdays: 10:30am

Level 2 (Fundamental of Aquatics, Age 6+…must be comfortable in deep water)

Tuesdays:  3:30pm or 4:30pm

Wednesdays: 4:00pm

Thursdays:  4:00pm

Saturdays: 9:30am, 11:00am

Level 3 (Stroke Improvement)

Tuesdays: 4:00pm

Thursdays: 4:30pm

Saturdays: 9:00am

Level 4 (Stroke/Endurance)

Wednesdays: 4:30pm

Saturdays: 11:30am

Level 5 (Swim Clinic, must be able to swim a minimum of 2 lengths of the pool on back and front)

Tuesdays:  5:00pm

WAITLIST if your class is full

Swim Level Information:

Level 1 (Intro to Water skills, Age 6+)

Skills Learned

  • Using the Ladder
  • Back Float
  • Standing Jump
  • Kicking
  • Freestyle
  • Backstroke
  • Breaststroke
  • Retrieving submerged objects

Level 2 (Intermediate water skills)

*Must be able to swim freestyle unassisted at least 15 feet.

Skills Learned

  • Kneeling Dive
  • Focus on Stroke Technique
  • Dolphin Kick
  • Treading Water
  • Rotary Breathing
  • Retrieving Objects at 6 feet

Level 3 (Stroke Development)

*Must be able to swim freestyle/backstroke/breaststroke unassisted for 25 meters

Skills Learned

  • Standing Dive
  • 25 Meter Backstroke/Breaststroke/Freestyle
  • Streamline
  • Rotary Breathing
  • Headfirst Surface Dive
  • Dolphin Kick
  • Intro to Butterfly

Level 4 (Endurance)

*Must be able to swim Freestyle/Breaststroke/backstroke unassisted for 50 meters

Skills Learned

  • Learning how to swim full laps
  • Flip Turns
  • Streamline
  • Diving
  • Rotary Breathing

Level 5 (Swim Clinic)

*This Level is run like a swim team, must be able to swim two full laps unassisted

 Swim Lesson Guidelines

  • Do not arrive more than 10 minutes prior to class start.
  • Every swimmer MUST shower before entering the pool
  • Swimmers 6 years and older MUST have their own bathing cap.
  • The pool will NOT have any caps available to borrow. Caps can be purchased at the desk.
  • Swimmers 6 years and older will NOT be allowed to swim without a bathing cap.
  • Parents/guardians should remain in the sitting area.
  • Parent/guardians are responsible for any child they bring to the pool area; whether it be watching or waiting for swim lessons.  Please be respectful of the ongoing lessons and keep voices and devices to a minimum volume.
  • No running on deck or in the sitting area.
  • Swimmers more than 10 minutes late will not be allowed to swim as it disrupts the class. Consistent tardiness and/or absences may lead to removal from class list.
  • We aim to provide a safe swimming experience for all; behavior issues will not be tolerated, and child may be asked to leave the pool if they are consistently disrespectful or unsafe toward instructor or other swimmers.
  • Please stay home if you are not feeling well.
  • Make-up classes are not permitted due to class ratios.
  • If the Y must cancel a class, every effort will be made to reschedule but it is not always a possibility due to scheduling.
  • Aquatic Director has final say on child’s swim level placement.  If a child is registered for the incorrect swim level, they may be removed from the class.  The Aquatic Director will try to place the child in the appropriate level but due to student/instructor ratios and the safety of the participants, it is not always possible. Refunds will not be given if the child is in the incorrect level and misses the first week of the session.
  • Lightning: The pool will be cleared if lightning is spotted.  The pool will remain closed for 30 minutes after the last lightning strike.
  • If fire alarm sounds, please quickly gather your child/children and exit up the back stairs towards the front desk if it is safe to do so.