Private Swim Lesson
Private swim lessons are designed to improve specific skills and address individual needs or goals, such as overcoming fear, with the ultimate goal of transitioning to group swim lessons. Ideal for all ages abilities, with a focus on water safety.
Private lessons complement group lessons but does not replace them. North Suburban YMCA Swim Lessons use a progressive approach focused on safety, skill-building, and confidence. With low instructor-to-student ratios, swimmers of all ages and abilities receive personalized attention in a fun, supportive environment.
Interested swimmers should fill out a request form.
Special Needs Private Lessons
Our private lesson for individuals with Special Needs and Adaptive Swimming offer one-on-one instruction focused on confidence, safety, and fun in the water. Lessons are personalized to each swimmer's needs, whether learning water adjustments, developing strokes, or working toward personal goals, our caring instructors create a positive experience that encourages growth and independence in the water.
For special needs private lessons, please let us know about your swimmer’s needs so we can match them with an appropriate instructor. A water-acclimation session may be recommended for new swimmers before scheduling private lessons.
Interested swimmers should fill out a request form.
To register for private swim lessons, please fill out the private lesson request form.
The Aquatics department will reach out to help you to determine the best lesson option based on your swimmer’s needs, preferred days/times, and instructor availability.
Once lesson time and instructor have been confirmed, you will be given the information needed to complete registration and payment.
Because private lessons are scheduled around pool and instructor availability, registration is not immediately available. Private swim lesson availability is limited, and participants may experience an uncertain wait time until an instructor becomes available.
Please contact Missy Contri at [email protected] for more information.
Private Lesson Make-Up Policy
Make-up private lessons are not available. Due to high demand and limited instructor availability, we are unable to reschedule or adjust for missed lessons. Each lesson time is reserved specifically for your swimmer, and we cannot guarantee alternate times. Our instructors will continue to work with your swimmer to ensure that occasional missed lessons will not significantly impact their overall progress.
Lessons are scheduled once per week at the same time each week.
Private times are generally scheduled before or after group swim lesson times. Private lessons will not be during group lessons or other programs
Since many of our instructors teach back-to-back so there is limited time to speak with your instructor. If you have a quick question, you can ask the instructor as your child is getting in the pool. If you need more information, you can email the aquatics director.
Yes, Private lessons are to complement group lessons but does not replace them.
North Suburban YMCA Swim Lessons follow a progressive approach, from water orientation to stroke development, prioritizing safety and skill-building. With low instructor-to-student ratios, we ensure personalized attention in a fun, supportive environment. Our goal is to help swimmers of all ages and abilities become confident, happy, and safe in the water. We’re proud to offer a variety of swim lessons for people of all ages and abilities.