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    • Spring Summer 2008 Class Schedule
    Devil Fish I  May 26th - June 27th
    Devil Fish II  June 30 -  August 15th
     Spring I March 16 - May 10
     Spring II May 11 - June 28
    Summer I July 1 - July 25
    Summer II July 28 - Aug 21

    Download your printable registration forms now!
    2008 Swim Programs
    - Skip Class- Preschool Classes - Progressive Swim Classes- Synchro Cranes -
     Devilfish Swim Team - Adult Swim Lessons - Stroke Clinic
    - Aqua-Joggers - Aqua-Aerobics- Joint Effort

    Latest Programs
    - Learn to Swim Program- Everybody Can Swim Program -

     Parent/Child Class (0 - 3 Yrs.)
    Introduction to the aquatic environment for parents and infants. Parents must accompany child in water. They learn basic aquatic safety and have a positive experience with their children.

    Fees:
    $40/Members, $80/Non-Members

    Schedule:
    Sunday         11:00 - 11:30 am

    Monday          4:30 - 5:00 pm

    Wednesday   11:00 - 11:30 am

    Saturday       10: 00 - 11:00 am
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    Preschool Swim Lessons (3 - 5 Yrs.)

    Pike: (Beginner) Develop basic aquatic readiness skills, pool safety and basic swimming skills through play, interaction with other children, and the use of flotation devices.

    Eel: (Intermediate) Child is encouraged to be independent in the water with and without flotation devices. Child must be comfortable putting face in the water and will experience swimming in all depths.

    Ray: Child is comfortable in all depths of the water and will experience and practice all swimming strokes. Must be able to swim the length of pool on front and back with or without a flotation device.

    Fees:
    $40/Members, $80/Non-Members

    Schedule:
    Tuesday        4:30 - 5:00 pm
    Wednesday 10:30 -11:00 am
    Wednesday  4:30 -  5:00 pm
    Thursday      3:00 -  3:30 pm
    Thursday      4:30 -5:00pm                     Friday          4:30- 5:00-pm         Saturday     10:00-10:30 am   Saturday     10:30 - 11:00 am

    You can download the swim schedule &
    registration form by clicking the link below:
    2008 Printable Youth Spring Swim Schedule & Registration Form

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    YMCA Progressive Swim Lessons (6 - 14 Yrs.)

    YMCA National Progressive Swim Program is designed to help teach each child develop to his or her fullest potential in body, mind, and spirit. Personal safety, stroke development, water sports & games, personal development and rescue are taught.

    Polliwog: Beginner, hesitant in water. Swims with a floation device.

    Guppy: Intermediate beginner, paddle stroke 25 yards without floation device and be comfortable putting face in water.

    Minnow: Advanced beginner, beginning front and back crawl, swim 25 yards without floation device on stomach and back.

    Fish: Intermediate, stroke development.

    Flying Fish: Advanced intermediate, endurance and stroke development.

    Shark: Advanced, stroke improvement, new swimming techniques, new strokes, increased endurance.

    Swim Lesson Schedule
    Tuesday 5:15 - 6:00 pm
    Tuesday 6:00 - 6:45 pm
    Wednesday 5:15 - 6:00 pm
    Thursday 5:15 - 6:00 pm
    Saturday 9:00 - 9:45 am
    Saturday 11:15 am - 12:00 pm

    Fees:
    $40/Members, $80/Non-members

    You can download the swim schedule &
    registration forms by clicking the links below:


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    Synchro Cranes Synchronized Swim Team
    Come and learn about synchronized swimming. The one and only synchronized swimming team in the Hudson Valley. Coached by Dorothy Mitchell and Kristina Riley. Coaches are former athletes and have participated in the sport for more than 10 years each.

    Synchronized Swimming Develops:
    The Flexibility of a Gymnast
    The Endurance of a Long Distance Runner
    The Strength of a Competitive Swimmer
    The Grace of a Dancer
    *Open to ages 6 - 19 years old, and must be able to swim one length of the pool.

    Last Schedule:
    Beginners :      4:30 pm - 5:15 pm Tuesday

    Novices :         5:30 - 7:00 pm Tuesday

    Intermediates:  5:00 - 7:00 pm Tuesday and Thurday

    Upcoming Session Dates:

    TBA

    Fees: Beginners - $40/session; Novices - $50/month; Intermediates - $80/month

    Novice & Intermediate USA Synchro Registration fee - $65

    The Dutchess County YMCA Synchro-Cranes Synchronized Swim Team competed in their first meet of the season at the East Zone Invitational meet on Saturday March 15th at Union College in Schenectady, NY.  Swimmers competing were Alisa Pacheco, Sarah Milkowski-Dahlgren, Angelica Miranda, and Laurel Hicks.  The girls are coached by Tina Riley and Dorothy Mitchell.  The 13 and Over Trio consisting of Hicks, Miranda and Milkowski-Dahlgren placed 5th.  The 13 and Over Duet of Milkowski-Dahlgren and Pacheco placed 5th. The 13 and Over Soloists Pacheco and Milkowski Dahlgren placed 2nd and 6th  Upcoming meets for the Synchro-Cranes Team includes a Novice meet in Binghamton on April 6th, Metropolitan Association Meet on April 26th in Hamden, CT, Region B  Championships on May 17th and 18th at home (Dutchess County YMCA) and East Zone Championships June 7th and 8th in Westfield, NJ. respectively.
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    Devil Fish Swim Team
    The Dutchess County YMCA Devil Fish Swim Team is a competitive swim open to swimmers of all ablities. The team focuses on sportsmanship, commitment, and stroke development and is dedicated to helping every swimmer realize his or her athletic goals. The team is a part of the thirteen-team Empire State Swim League and beginning this year will also participate in US Swimming meets and YMCA meets. For ages 5 - 18 years old. 

    *Pre-requisite: Must be able to swim 1 lap of the pool unassisted.

    You can download the swim registration form by clicking the link below:

    2007-2008 DEVIL FISH SWIM TEAM REGISTRATION

    Evening Practice Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday.

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    Adult Swim Lessons

    This class provides instruction for adults with beginner or intermediate swimming skills. The instructor will work with each participant to help them increase their self-confidence in the water and improve specific skills.

    Registration: 2008 Adult Swim lessons
    Schedule: Tuesday 7:00 - 7:45 pm
    Thursday 6:15 - 7:00 pm

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    Aqua-Joggers

    A deep-water aerobics class to get you in shape with no joint or back strain. A great cardio workout that's loaded with fun!

    Fee: Free to Members
    Punch Passes are available for Non-Members
    Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday 9:45 - 10:30 am

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    Aqua-Aerobics

    Enjoy the water as you improve muscle tone and strengthen your flexibilty. Includes pulse monitoring, warm-up aerobics workout and cool down.

    Fee: Free for Members
    Punch Passes are available for Non-Members
    Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday 9:00 - 9:45 am
    Tuesday/Thursday 6:15 - 7:00 pm

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    Joint Effort

    A program designed for people with arthritis, back problems, joint or muscular injuries or any mobility limitation, working one on one in a group setting with a certified personal trainer in the water.

    Fee: Free to Members
    Punch Passes are available for Non-Members
    Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday 11:15 - 12:00 pm

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    Learn to Swim / Syncro / Swim Team Programs 

    A great introduction to the YMCA progressive aquatic program and teams! Children will be able to participate in their program of choice with an overall goal to gain confidence and a sense of accomplishment in the water. 

    Dates:

        Learn to Swim - Monday through Friday, April 14th - 18th, 2008

        Learn to Syncro - Tuesday and Thursday, April 15th and April 17th

        Learn to Swim Team - Monday, Wednesday, Friday, April 14th, 16th, 18th

    Free to all participants. Must register in advance.

    If you want to register for this program or want additional information
    contact the Dutchess County YMCA at 845.471.9622.
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    Everybody Can Swim Program

    A great introduction to the YMCA progressive swim lesson program for children with challenges. YMCA staff and volunteers will provide an instructional and recreational swim program involving water safety and progression. Children will be introduced to the water within their swimming ability, with an overall goal to gain a sense of accomplishment and confidence in the water. All participants MUST complete an evaluation session before the first class.

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    If you want to register for this program or want additional information
    contact the Dutchess County YMCA at 845.471.9622.
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