Swim Level Assessment Tool

YMCA of Three Rivers Swim Level Assessment

Use this form to determine which swim program to register your child for, or to connect with the Aquatic Supervisor to book an in-water assessment.
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Please select the YMCA location where you intend to participate in swim lessons*

Join us for a swim assessment before your lessons in the Winter! Swim assessments help us identify which level of the swim program is the best fit for your swimmer(s) based on their current abilities, to ensure lessons are a valuable experience this Fall.

Swim Assessments;

> Are valuable to swimmers age 3 and up!
Swimmers 0-2 years of age can register in Splashers & Bubblers - Parent & Tot

> Take about 10-20 minutes to complete, and are done in shallow water.

> Aquatic Staff will take your swimmer(s) through some key skills during the assessment.

> In-Water Parent/Caregiver Participation is required for all swimmers 9 and under, and recommended for beginner swimmers 10 and up.

> Feel free to bring the whole family for an assessment together!

To reserve an assessment time;

Please list the names of all swimmers who will be attending on the form below, then select a date and time on the calendar. Only available timeslots will show.
How Many Swimmers Will Attend This Assessment?*
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Assessment Appointment*

Please select your child's age group, based on their age on January 10, 2022
Register your child for the "Splashers/Bubblers - Parent and Tot" swim program

This program is for children ages 0-2. Parent participation is required.

Log into your member portal to see class time options here: https://ymcathreerivers.gymmasteronline.com/portal/login

Register for swim lessons by visiting our Member Services team at your Y branch.
Register your child for the "YMCA Preschool" swim program

This program is for children ages 3-5 years. Due to physical distancing requirements, this program requires a parent/caregiver who is at least 16 years of age to attend the swim lesson in the water to provide hands on support to the swimmer, with guidance from the swim instructor.

Log into your member portal to see class time options here: https://ymcathreerivers.gymmasteronline.com/portal/login

Register for swim lessons by visiting our Member Services team at your Y branch.
My child has never taken swimming lessons and/or is a beginner swimmerMy child is comfortable in shallow water, but needs assistance or a buoyant aid (lifejacket, pool noodle etc.) to be able to swim on their ownMy child has some basic swim skills, but they are most comfortable swimming in shallow water.My child is comfortable swimming in shallow and deep water. They can submerge fully under water, and swim on their front (with face in the water), back, and side for 5-10 metres WITHOUT assistance or a buoyant aid.My child knows swim strokes such as front crawl and back crawl, and can swim 2-3 laps of the YMCA pool without stopping. They can jump into deep water and can tread water, keeping their head above the surface in deep water for at least 1 minute.My child can swim breastroke, elementary back stroke, and side stroke confidently for distances of 100 metres (4 laps of the YMCA pool) or more. They can swim 350 metres (14 laps of the YMCA pool) continuously without stopping. They can comfortably swim to the bottom of the deep end in the YMCA pool.I'm not sure
Register your child for the "Learn to Swim - Otter/Seal" swim program

This program is for children ages 6-12 who are learning fundamental swim skills. Due to physical distancing requirements, this program requires a parent/caregiver who is at least 16 years of age to attend the swim lesson in the water to provide hands on support to the swimmer, with guidance from the swim instructor.

Log into your member portal to see class time options here: https://ymcathreerivers.gymmasteronline.com/portal/login

Register for swim lessons by visiting our Member Services team at your Y branch.
Register your child for the "Learn to Swim - Dolphin/Swimmer" swim program

This program is for children ages 6-12 who have mastered the fundamental swim skills, and are confident swimming 10 meters or more in shallow and deep water WITHOUT assistance or the use of a buoyant aid (lifejacket, pool noodle, etc.)

Due to physical distancing requirements, parent/caregiver participation may be required at the discretion of the head lifeguard for participants who cannot swim 25 metres without assistance.

Level assessments will be completed on the first day of lessons. If your child does not meet the minimum requirements for this level, you may need to re-register for another time, pending availability. If you're not sure of your child's level, use the next page to inquire about an in-water skill assessment.

Log into your member portal to see class time options here: https://ymcathreerivers.gymmasteronline.com/portal/login

Register for swim lessons by visiting our Member Services team at your Y branch.
Register your child for the "Star 1-4" swim program

This program is for children ages 6-12 who have mastered the fundamental swim skills, and can swim multiple lengths of the pool without stopping. Participants should complete the YMCA Learn to Swim program or equivalent before registering for this program.

Level assessments will be completed on the first day of lessons. If your child has not completed the Learn to Swim Program or equivelant, you may need to re-register for a more appropriate level, pending availability. If you're still not sure of your child's level, use the next page to inquire about an in-water skill assessment.

Log into your member portal to see class time options here: https://ymcathreerivers.gymmasteronline.com/portal/login

Register for swim lessons by visiting our Member Services team at your Y branch.
Register your child for the "Star 5-7" swim program

This program is for children ages 6-12 who are advanced swimmers that have mastered all of the fundamental swim strokes (Front Crawl, Back Crawl, Breaststroke, Elementary Backstroke, Side Stroke). Your child should be comfortable swimming to the bottom of the deep end of the YMCA pool, and have the endurance to confidently swim distances of 350 metres (14 laps of the YMCA pool) or more.

Log into your member portal to see class time options here: https://ymcathreerivers.gymmasteronline.com/portal/login

Register for swim lessons by visiting our Member Services team at your Y branch.
Not sure about your child's swim ability?

If you aren't sure of your child's swim skills, use the form on the next page to inquire about an in-water swim assessment to ensure that you register for the correct program before lessons start.

Level assessments are also completed on the first day of lessons to ensure the safety of all participants. However, if your child's skill level does not meet the requirements of the level you have registered for, you may need to register for another time, pending availability.
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Swim Lesson Registration
Thank you for using the swim level assessment tool. To register for swim lessons come into our building to register at the membership desk. You can view available class options in the Member Portal below. Remember to look for the correct swim program for your child's skills and abilities.

Press the back button to see your child's recommended level again.

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In-Water Swim Level Assessment
In-water swim level assessments can be completed during during any of our Open and Family Swim times. A parent/caregiver 16 years of age or older must accompany all children under 10 years of age to their assessment and should be prepared to enter the water to provide hands-on support during the assessment.

Please connect with the admission/off rotation lifeguard to complete your swim assessment. Lifeguards who are actively watching the pool are not able to complete an assessment.

To see Open and Family Swim times, login to your Member Portal or view the Program Schedule.
Thank you for booking a swim assessment. If you have any questions regarding swim lesson registration, please let us know here.
If you have questions about our swim program, or determining your child's level, please let us know here. The Aquatic Supervisor will respond to you by email within 2 business days.
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YMCA of Three Rivers Swim Level Assessment

Swim Lesson Registration

In-Water Swim Level Assessment