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YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor

September 30, 2023 - October 1, 2023 16 years +
Course is designed to provide the participants with the knowledge and skills needed to be a YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor. This course will include up to 8 hours of e-learning that needs to be completed before t...
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Rippers Dive Team

September 7, 2023 - October 26, 2023
This team is available by invite only and requires prior approval from a dive coach. Please reach out to Aquatics Director Mia Russell at mia.russell@ymcatvidaho.org if you have any questions.  * * * * * JULY ...
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Blue Marlins | Intermediate/Advanced

August 21, 2023 - December 15, 2023 8 years - 18 years
The school year Blue Marlins are a recreational swim team with an emphasis on stroke development and aerobic exercise. Participants will continue their growth as a swimmer by increasing their endurance through ag...
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Blue Marlins | Beginner

August 21, 2023 - December 15, 2023 5 years - 12 years
The Blue Marlins are a recreational swim team with an emphasis on stroke development and aerobic exercise. Participants will continue their growth as a swimmer by increasing their endurance through age/skill appr...
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ASHI CPR/AED

October 21, 2023 - October 21, 2023 12 years +
The YMCA is offering Health & Safety Institute (HSI 2020) Community CPR and First Aid Courses. The ASHI CPR and AED training program provides workplace and community training in preforming CPR and using an au...
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YMCA Lifeguard

September 18, 2023 - November 18, 2023 16 years +
Course is designed to provide the participants with the knowledge and skills needed to be a lifeguard and professional rescuer. Participants will be certified in Basic Life Support, Basic First Aid for the Commun...
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Child and Babysitting Safety

November 4, 2023 - November 4, 2023 12 years - 15 years
This one-day course offers a babysitting certification. Participants will learn how to choose safe and age-appropriate toys and games, prevent injuries, be prepared if an emergency happens in their care, handle b...
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Private Dive Lessons

May 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023 5 - 99
Private Dive Lessons are available for individual swimmers ages 5 and over that are green level swimmers. The cost is $65/hour for members and $98/hour for non-members and lessons typically run for a half hour or...
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Stage 3 Water Stamina

September 5, 2023 - December 21, 2023 3 years - 5 years
In stage 3, students learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages in the event of falling into a body of water.  This stage also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and ...
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Learn to Dive (Prerequisite to Rec Dive Team)

September 6, 2023 - October 25, 2023 7 years - 12 years
This program is for the child who interested in diving but has never tried it before. Participants will start to learn the basics of diving and will have the opportunity to use both the 1 and 3 meter diving board...
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Youth Water Polo (10-18 Years of Age)

September 11, 2023 - February 10, 2024 10 years - 18 years
Come and join the team! YMCA Youth Water Polo is a program for youth wanting to practice their water polo skills and techniques in a friendly and team oriented environment. No previous experience is necessary. Ju...
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Belay Certifications

February 24, 2023 - February 24, 2025 14 years +
The belay certification course teaches each participant how to safely control the ropes for their partner, how to tie safe climbing knots, and communication commands. Upon completion the participant will be able ...
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