Swim Lessons – Parent/Child
Children can relax easier in a pool setting when their parents are also comfortable in the water! The Harrisburg Area YMCA offers parent-child swim lessons for children between 6-36 months old. Class ratios are 1:10. We introduce children to the water through group activities and games, while a parent accompanies them in the pool. A child’s development levels determine which skills we introduce and build on each other as the child progresses. Basic skills are taught through songs and fun games. All children must wear a swim diaper under their swimsuit.
Stage A: Water Discovery
Introduces infants and toddlers to the aquatic environment.
Stage B: Water Exploration
Focuses on exploring body positions, blowing bubbles, and fundamental safety and aquatic skills.
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FSY Water Discovery (A)
Location: Friendship YMCA
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | YMCA Member | Community Guest | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Member Registration | 8/3/26 | 8/9/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 78.75 | - |
| Open Registration | 8/10/26 | 8/18/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 78.75 | $ 118.13 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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06/23/26 - 08/04/26
Summer 2026: Tuesday AM - Tu - 9:30 am - 10:00 am
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3 / 8 Available |
Registration Closed on 06/23/2026 |
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06/23/26 - 08/04/26
Summer 2026: Tuesday PM - Tu - 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
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5 / 10 Available |
Registration Closed on 06/23/2026 |
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06/27/26 - 08/08/26
Summer 2026 *No Class 7/4* - Sa - 8:30 am - 9:00 am
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5 / 10 Available | $67.5 - $101.25 |
Registration Closed on 06/23/2026 |
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09/01/26 - 10/13/26
Fall I 2026: Tuesday AM - Tu - 9:30 am - 10:00 am
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8 / 8 Available |
Register Closes 08/18/2026 |
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09/01/26 - 10/13/26
Fall I 2026: Tuesday PM - Tu - 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
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10 / 10 Available |
Register Closes 08/18/2026 |
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09/12/26 - 10/17/26
Fall I 2026: Saturday - Sa - 8:30 am - 9:00 am
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7 / 10 Available | $67.5 - $101.25 |
Register Closes 08/18/2026 |
FSY Water Discovery/Exploration Combo
This class is a combination of our Water Discovery and Water Exploration classes.
Location: Friendship YMCA
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | YMCA Member | Community Guest | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Member Registration | 8/3/26 | 8/9/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 78.75 | - |
| Open Registration | 8/10/26 | 8/18/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 78.75 | $ 118.13 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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06/25/26 - 08/06/26
Summer 2026 - Th - 10:30 am - 11:00 am
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- |
Registration Closed on 06/24/2026 |
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09/03/26 - 10/15/26
Fall I 2026 COMBO Thursdays - Th - 10:30 am - 11:00 am
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8 / 9 Available |
Register Closes 08/18/2026 |
FSY Water Exploration (B)
Location: Friendship YMCA
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | YMCA Member | Community Guest | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Member Registration | 8/3/26 | 8/9/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 78.75 | - |
| Open Registration | 8/10/26 | 8/18/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 78.75 | $ 118.13 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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06/23/26 - 08/04/26
Summer 2026: Tuesday AM - Tu - 10:00 am - 10:30 am
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1 / 8 Available |
Registration Closed on 06/22/2026 |
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06/23/26 - 08/04/26
Summer 2026: Tuesday PM - Tu - 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
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- |
Registration Closed on 06/30/2026 |
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06/24/26 - 08/05/26
Summer 2026 - We - 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
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1 / 8 Available |
Registration Closed on 06/22/2026 |
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06/27/26 - 08/08/26
Summer 2026: Saturdays *No Class 7/4* - Sa - 9:00 am - 9:30 am
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- | $67.5 - $101.25 |
Registration Closed on 06/15/2026 |
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09/01/26 - 10/13/26
Fall I 2026: Tuesday AM - Tu - 10:00 am - 10:30 am
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4 / 8 Available |
Register Closes 08/18/2026 |
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09/01/26 - 10/13/26
Fall I 2026: Tuesday PM - Tu - 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
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7 / 10 Available |
Register Closes 08/18/2026 |
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09/02/26 - 10/14/26
Fall I 2026: Wednesday - We - 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
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8 / 10 Available |
Register Closes 08/18/2026 |
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09/12/26 - 10/17/26
Fall I 2026: Saturday - Sa - 9:00 am - 9:30 am
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9 / 10 Available | $67.5 - $101.25 |
Register Closes 08/18/2026 |
NDCY Water Discovery/Exploration: Ages 6-36 months
Location: Northern Dauphin County YMCA
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | YMCA Member | Community Guest | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Member Registration | 8/3/26 | 8/9/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 45.50 | - |
| Open Registration | 8/10/26 | 9/5/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 45.50 | $ 71.75 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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06/22/26 - 08/10/26
Summer 2026: Mondays *No Class 7/6* - Mo - 9:30 am - 10:00 am
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10 / 10 Available |
Registration Closed on 06/20/2026 |
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06/27/26 - 08/15/26
Summer 2026: Saturdays *No Class 7/4* - Sa - 9:00 am - 9:30 am
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8 / 12 Available |
Registration Closed on 06/27/2026 |
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08/31/26 - 10/19/26
Fall I 2026: Mondays *No Class 8/31 & 9/7* - Mo - 9:30 am - 10:00 am
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10 / 10 Available | $39 - $61.5 |
Register Closes 08/31/2026 |
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09/12/26 - 10/24/26
Fall I 2026: Saturdays - Sa - 9:00 am - 9:30 am
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12 / 12 Available |
Register Closes 09/12/2026 |
WSY Water Discovery: 6+ months
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | YMCA Member | Community Guest | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Member Registration | 8/3/26 | 8/9/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 90.00 | - |
| Open Registration | 8/10/26 | 8/24/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 90.00 | $ 135.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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06/25/26 - 08/13/26
Summer 2026: COMBO Class Thursday - Th - 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
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- |
Registration Closed on 06/21/2026 |
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06/27/26 - 08/15/26
Summer 2026: Saturdays *No Class 7/4* - Sa - 8:30 am - 9:00 am
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- | $78.75 - $118.12 |
Registration Closed on 06/21/2026 |
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09/03/26 - 10/22/26
Fall I 2026: COMBO Class Thursday - Th - 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
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4 / 12 Available |
Register Closes 08/24/2026 |
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09/12/26 - 10/24/26
Fall I 2026: Saturday *No Class 10/10* - Sa - 8:30 am - 9:00 am
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5 / 11 Available | $67.5 - $101.25 |
Register Closes 08/24/2026 |
WSY Water Exploration: 24+ months
Location: West Shore YMCA
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | YMCA Member | Community Guest | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Member Registration | 8/3/26 | 8/9/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 90.00 | - |
| Open Registration | 8/10/26 | 8/24/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 90.00 | $ 135.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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06/24/26 - 08/12/26
Summer 2026: Wednesdays - We - 10:00 am - 10:30 am
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2 / 12 Available |
Registration Closed on 06/21/2026 |
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06/27/26 - 08/15/26
Summer 2026: Saturdays *No Class 7/4* - Sa - 9:15 am - 9:45 am
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- | $78.75 - $118.12 |
Registration Closed on 06/21/2026 |
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09/02/26 - 10/21/26
Fall I 2026: Wednesday - We - 10:10 am - 10:40 am
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11 / 12 Available |
Register Closes 08/24/2026 |
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09/12/26 - 10/24/26
Fall I 2026: Saturday *No Class 10/10* - Sa - 9:15 am - 9:45 am
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5 / 11 Available | $67.5 - $101.25 |
Register Closes 08/24/2026 |