Programs & Activities

Lower Merion Swim Club in Merion offers group and private swim lessons for children ages 3 and up. Instruction follows American Red Cross standards, progressing from beginner water acclimation through competitive stroke development. Summer season runs Memorial Day through Labor Day.

The Paoli Memorial YMCA Swim Team in Paoli welcomes competitive swimmers ages 5–18 looking to develop racing skills and team spirit. Practices run six days a week with an emphasis on stroke technique, conditioning, and sportsmanship. The team competes in YMCA regional and national championships throughout the season.

Newtown Square Swim & Racquet Club offers learn-to-swim and swim team programs for children ages 3 and up in Newtown Square. Summer swim lessons follow American Red Cross curriculum from beginner Guppies classes through competitive stroke refinement. The club's swim team competes in the Suburban Swim League each summer.

Devon Swim Club offers structured swim lessons for children ages 3–16 throughout the summer season in Devon, PA. Instruction follows a Red Cross-aligned progression from Guppies and Polliwogs through competitive stroke preparation. Club swimmers may join the inter-club Suburban Swim League team each summer.

Year-round private and group swim lessons at acac Fitness & Wellness in Wayne, PA. Programs for all ages and abilities from toddlers to adults. Focus on water safety, technique, and building a love for swimming. Full-service fitness facility with indoor pool. Summer camp programs also available.

Conshohocken Swim Club's Junior Team offers competitive summer swimming for youth ages 5–18. The team competes in the Suburban Swim League and annual championship meets throughout July and August. Coaches focus on correct stroke mechanics, race strategy, and team camaraderie for all ability levels.

Bryn Mawr Swim Club offers group swim lessons and a competitive junior team for children ages 3–16 each summer in Bryn Mawr. Red Cross-aligned instruction advances beginners through strong swimmers, with additional private lesson slots available. The club swim team competes weekly in the Suburban Swim League through August.

Swim lessons for children at Haverford Township's public pool, taught by Red Cross-certified instructors. Levels range from beginner water safety to advanced stroke technique. Summer session registration opens each spring for Haverford Township residents.

State-of-the-art swim school in Paoli offering weekly perpetual lessons for children 3 months through 12+ years. Programs: Baby Blue (3mo-2yr), Bright Blue (3-5yr), Bold Blue and Big Blue (6yr+). Over 75 hours of instructor training. Progress Promise guarantees advancement after 24 lessons. Adaptive swim also available.

Learn-to-swim program at AFC Fitness in Bala Cynwyd serving Main Line communities including Ardmore, Wynnewood, Narberth, Bryn Mawr, and Penn Valley. Small group lessons ages 3 months to teen focusing on water acclimation, survival skills, and stroke development. Warm therapy pool (91-93°F). Ability-based progression.

Progressive swim lesson program for children at the YMCA of Greater Brandywine's Exton facility. Instructors guide kids through levels from water acclimation to stroke refinement using the YMCA curriculum. Classes run year-round in heated indoor pools.