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Aquatics: Adults

We offer a complete adult Aquatics program for every level and every age. You can overcome your fear of the water in our Water Fear Wash Away classes, learn to control breathing and navigate the deep end in the Beginner Swim Group, improve your strokes in Deep Water classes and get a great workout in the Perfect Strokes class. We also offer private lessons and private coaching sessions. For those who want to workout with friends, we offer private small group classes that can accommodate busy schedules.


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  • Lifeguard Training

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    Become a certified American Red Cross lifeguard. First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification included.

  • Scuba

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    Get your PADI certification by completing this course and a subsequent open-water training dive.

  • Beginner Swim Group

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    Learn basic swimming skills and proper body alignment in a comfortable environment.

  • Perfect Strokes

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    Improve your conditioning and stroke techniques for freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly.

  • Deep-Water Swimming

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    Ideal for swimmers who would like to improve their basic stroke techniques.

  • Water Fear Wash-Away for Adults

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    Wash away your fear of the water with Jeff Krieger's S.O.A.P. Program (Strategies for Overcoming Aquatic Phobias).

  • Aqua Pump

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    Get a total-body, weight-resistance workout using aqua lightweight foam bells and the resistance of the water to help strengthen muscles and bones.

  • Splash Dance

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    Get groovin' and build stamina in this high-energy impact water-dance aerobics class.

  • Interval Aqua

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    Vigorous aqua class using interval training combined with cardio moves and resistance exercises.

  • WSI

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    Become an American Red Cross Swimming Instructor.

  • Lifeguard Management

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    Get the knowledge and skills needed to effectively manage lifeguards and to create an environment that keeps patrons, lifeguards and the aquatic facility safe.




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  • Classes are free to May Center members unless otherwise indicated.
  • If you miss our first class, all classes can be prorated based on space availability. Call 212.415.5729 for more information.
  • Pool access lift available for those needing special assistance. For more information on aquatics call 212.415.5718.
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Priority registration puts you at the front of the line to register for courses and events for an upcoming semester.

Eligible patrons will be able to order priority registration online.

 

Who is eligible for priority registration?

Individuals who have participated in 92nd Street Y programs over the past year in selected program areas, participants in certain memberships, and those who have made contributions of $500 or more to 92Y, are eligible to register for programs before they become available to the general public.

How do I know if I qualify?

Patrons that qualify for Priority Registration will receive packets in the mail explaining how to purchase online. Priority registration is normally mailed 2-3 weeks before a catalog is available. Registration information includes your Patron ID#. You can use this ID# to setup your login information online. This will allow you to register early for a course or event. Please note: if you receive a packet, you are only eligible to priority register for the programs covered in your packet.

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To find out if you are eligible for priority registration, don't have your Patron ID#, or having difficulty ordering online, please call 212.415.5500 or email.