June is Splash Month at the YMCA

We believe learning to swim is a critical life skill and that’s why we’re offering a free week of water safety classes June 13-17th to anyone in the community this June.

All water safety classes are  FREE for everyone. You don’t need to be a member to participate, but pre-registration is required. Children will gain confidence and skills to help them get water safe. Knowing how to swim is the best way to prevent accidents and deaths in and near the water.

Water Safety Class Schedule

Sign up for your FREE water safety class! Limited spaces available, please register online or contact Member Services at 250-372-7725 to register today!

Register online here

Monday, June 13 Beginner Lesson @ 4:00pm Intermediate Lesson @ 4:30pm	TUESDAY, JUNE 14 Beginner Lesson @ 5:00pm Intermediate Lesson @ 5:30pm	WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15 Beginner Lesson @ 4:00pm Intermediate Lesson @ 4:30pm	THURSDAY, JUNE 16 Beginner Lesson @ 5:00pm Intermediate Lesson @ 5:30pm	FRIDAY, JUNE 17 Beginner Lesson @ 5:00pm Intermediate Lesson @ 5:30pm

Water Safety Tips

DOWNLOAD OUR WATER SAFETY COLOURING AND ACTIVITY BOOK AND USE IT AS A TOOL TO TEACH YOUR CHILDREN ABOUT WATER SAFETY!

Here’s what you can do to keep your family water safe:

1. Always supervise children when they are near or in the water: in the pool or at the beach. 
2. Be careful when swimming near strong currents in the ocean. It only takes a second to be swept away.
3. Do not allow children to dive in head first unless they are properly trained and the water is deep enough.
4. Ensure non-swimmers are always wearing a PFD when near or in the water.
5. Make sure the entire family learns to swim!
6. Never leave a child unattended in the bathtub. Drowning can happen in just 2 inches of water.
7. Make sure children play with care and understand the dangers. Even the friendliest dunking game can end badly.
8. Don’t use flotation devices as a substitute for supervision. Make sure an adult is watching at all times.
9. Be proactive and get trained on First Aid and CPR.
10. If you have a swimming pool, make sure your children cannot get into the pool area by having proper fencing and a childproof gate.
11. Lifejackets have weight limits. Make sure your lifejacket is comfortable and light, fits snug and does not ride above your ears.