A YMCA certified swim instructor could be just what you or your child needs to get comfortable in the water or achieve your swimming goals. Your lessons are designed to meet your specific needs. 

Currently, the Rockaway YMCA is not offering private swim lessons. Please check back soon.
 

Mom and son enjoying open swim in the pool at the YMCA in Brooklyn

Open Swim

Drop into our pool for lap swim, family swim, or recreational swim.

Pool Schedule

Group Swim Lessons

Kid learning how to swim at YMCA
We offer swim classes for infants, kids, teenagers, and adults year-round at our indoor pool.
Find a Swim Lesson

Join the Y

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Whatever your goals, the Y can help you get there.
Membership Options

Youth Sports

Kid in gymnasium at YMCA
Kids can learn to play a sport, develop their skills, and make new friends.
Participating Sports

Questions about swimming at the Y? Find answers to your most frequently asked pool questions. 

Frequently Asked Pool Questions