Learn to Swim at the San Gabriel Valley YMCA for a Safe and Healthy Summer

SAN GABRIEL, Calif. - April 21, 2014 - PRLog -- With summer just around the corner, swim safety is on everyone’s mind.  The San Gabriel Valley YMCA takes a proactive approach to ensure that all members of the community can learn to swim.  With the knowledge that 75% of all drowning happens in the shallow end with children under 8 years of age, the Y takes a multi-faceted approach to swim safety ensuring children are properly tested for swim level, supervised appropriately while in the pool, and provided with education and skill development to prepare them to be smart and confident swimmers.

The San Gabriel YMCA offers swim lessons for all ages like Parent/Child Lessons, Recreation Swim, Lap Swim, Advanced Stroke Development, and Lifeguarding Certification Classes. Their swim programs are open to everyone (members and non-members) and all levels welcome. Financial Assistance is available for qualifying applicants (Save up to $20 per session). Sessions include eight (8) – 30 minute lesson. “Years ago I had my grandchildren take swimming lessons at the YMCA. They were very patient with them. My grandson had a hard time learning and he finally learned to swim. I would recommend this Y to other people!” says Carol Ann P., a member of the YMCA.

• Session 1: May 27th – June 5th (2 week Session; Lessons run M-TH, May 27-30, and June 2-5)

• Session 2: June 9th – July 3rd ( 4 week Session; Lessons run M/W or T/TH)

• Session 3: July 7th – August 1st ( 4 week Session; Lessons run M/W or T/TH)

• Group Lessons - $53 per session (8 classes per session)

• Private Lessons – $135 (5 lessons) – call for times

• Recreation Swim Pass – $25 per month, M-F, 12:30pm-2:00pm PM

• NEW! Lap Swimming – $25 per month, 6:30am – 12pm, 12:30pm – 3:00pm

• $20 per session financial aid for qualifying families- just ask!


Pool Locations:

• Los Altos High School – 15325 E. Los Robles, Hacienda Heights

• Wilson High School - 16455 E. Wedgeworth, Hacienda Heights


The best way to promote water safety is through awareness, education, and developing confidence and skills in the water.  With 2 pool locations in Hacienda Heights, the San Gabriel Valley YMCA is offering a variety of swim programs for all ages!

For more information about the YMCA and its programs, please visit www.sgvymca.org or call (626) 339-6221.