Aquatics

The RARITAN BAY AREA YMCA has taught people how to swim for many years, and we strive to provide individuals the opportunity to enter the water in a safe and fun environment.

We are proud to offer a state of the art 10-Lane Multi-Competitive Pool with a Viewing Gallery, Recreational Pool with temperature range of 85-87 degrees and Wibit in water obstacle course.

FOR COMPETITIVE SWIM INQUIRIES: 
CONTACT: 732-442-3632 Ext.6516 or email aquatics@rbaymca.org

Bring your swim cap and come for a swim with us!

Pool Hours: 

Monday-Friday: 5:00am-8:30pm

Saturday & Sunday: 8:00am-3:00pm

Pool hours and availability may be subject to change due to swim meets, events and/or programs. 

 
As the largest provider of swim lessons in the country, we know our stuff!
 
The Y offers group swim lessons for ages 6 months to adult, as well as private lessons, semi-private lessons, swim teams, and much more. View all of our current class offerings here.  If you are uncertain which class you or your child would qualify for, please contact a member of our Aquatics Department at 732-442-3632 Ext.6516 or email aquatics@rbaymca.org, we would be happy to assist you.  

 


LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR CLASSES and PROGRAMS 

PRIVATE LESSONS

Private lessons are beneficial in meeting the specific needs of the beginner, intermediate, and advanced swimmer. Lessons are arranged and scheduled based on instructor and swimmer’s availability. The duration of each lesson is 30 minutes.      

SEMI—PRIVATE LESSONS

Semi-private lessons are booked for two swimmers of the same swimming level. Lessons are arranged and scheduled based on instructor and swimmer’s availability. The duration of each lesson is 30 minutes.

ADAPTIVE PRIVATE LESSONS

The Y offers adaptive lessons modified for individuals with special needs. Program curriculum will include water entry and exit, water submersion, floating, swimming to the edge of the pool, and swim-float-swim technique. 

GROUP SWIM LESSONS

Group swim lessons are available for children ages 3-12 years-old.

GROUP SWIM LESSON LEVELS:

Level 1: Water Acclimation—Students Develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water. This Stage lays the foundation that allows for a student's future progress in swimming.

Level 2: Water Movement—Students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water while also continuing to practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water

Level 3: Water Stamina-students learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages in the event of falling into a body of water. This stage also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action.

All swim lessons are only once a week. Swim lesson sessions are a total of 6 weeks, one day a week for 30 minutes.

Want to learn more about our Swim Programs? Please contact the Aquatics Department via phone at 732.442.3632 Ext. 6515, email us at aquatics@rbaymca.org or stop in at the Member Services Desk.