ENROLL YOUR CHILD IN OUR SAFETY AROUND WATER PROGRAM
Your child has been recommended for the YMCA’s FREE Safety Around Water Program.
In partnership with Greenwich Public Schools, this free program is aimed at helping kids learn essential water safety skills, which can open up a world of possibilities for them to satisfy their curiosity safely.
WHAT IS SAFETY AROUND WATER?
This FREE 6-week course, taught by a certified instructor, teaches children two sets of skills that will reduce the risk of drowning and give them confidence in and around water. A typical session includes:
- Exercises to help children adjust to being in water
- Instruction in “Jump, Push, Turn, Grab” and “Swim, Float, Swim,” two skill sets children can use if they unexpectedly find themselves in the water
- An activity that teaches children about specific safety topics such as pool rules and boating safety
- A fun game to encourage comfort and activity around water
- Introduction to Hands On CPR
Each lesson includes a handout for parents and caregivers with additional water safety tips.
REGISTER FOR THE FREE 8-WEEK PROGRAM
We encourage you to take full advantage of this free opportunity for your child to gain valuable water safety skills that will support their confidence and independence in and around the water.
Safety Around Water is offered year-round at the YMCA of Greenwich and meets once a week for 30 minutes on either Tuesdays or Saturdays. Each session runs for 8 weeks, with dates listed in the table below.
Registration is completed through our online system, Daxko. If you’re new to the YMCA or need help creating an account and registering, click the button below for step-by-step instructions.
