Accompanied by a parent, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness skills through fun and confidence building experiences, while parents learn about water safety, drowning prevention, and the importance of supervision.
Water babies builds basic water safety skills for both parents and children, helping infants and young children ages 6 months to about 3 years old become comfortable in the water so they are willing and ready to learn to swim. These basic skills include adjusting to the water environment, showing comfort while maintaining a front or back position, bubble blowing, and voluntarily submerging under water.
Accompanied by a parent, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness skills through fun and confidence building experiences, while parents learn about water safety, drowning prevention, and the importance of supervision.
Monday – Thursday
5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday
5:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Monday – Thursday
5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday
5:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Individuals will not be turned away from participating in programs, activities, and/or membership due to their inability to pay. The Y maintains a generous financial assistance program for youth, adults, and families who demonstrate financial need. Funding for this program is provided by fundraising events at the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA and community-wide donors.