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Berkshire South Learn-to-Swim Lessons
Berkshire South Regional Community Center has developed swimming lessons that allow everyone the opportunity to learn in a safe environment at their own pace. Experienced and caring instructors teach Berkshire South Learn-to-Swim classes to help swimmers of all abilities feel comfortable in the water and progress to the next level!
Classes are available for Members and Guests beginning at age 6 months. Registration is required at least 48 hours before the class start date. Class size is deliberately kept small, and we recommend registering early!
Little Swimmers Lessons
Swim With Me Tots
February Classes
Sundays, February 22 – March 29
w/ proposed make-up date April 5
3:30 – 4:00 pm
Mondays, February 23 – March 30
w/ proposed make-up date April 6
10:45 – 11:15 am
Instructor: Christine Ocheltree
Thursdays, February 26 – April 2
w/ proposed make-up date April 9
9:45 – 10:15 am
Instructor: Beignyreih Person
Registration for this class has closed. Check back soon for new class dates.
Ages 6 months to 3 years
For our littlest swimmers! Caregivers and swimmers will be in the water together, guided by their instructor in an introduction to water safety and comfort through song, movement, and water exploration.
Have questions about this program? Contact aquatics@berkshiresouth.org
Members: $92.00
Guests: $120.00
Learn to Swim - Preschool Beginner
February Classes
Sundays, February 22 – March 29
w/ proposed make-up date April 5th
2:45 – 3:15 pm
Tuesdays, February 24 – March 31
w/ proposed make-up date April 7
4:40Â – 5:10 pm
Wednesdays, February 25 – April 1
w/ proposed make-up date April 8
4:00Â – 4:30 pm
Fridays, February 27 – April 3
w/ proposed make-up date April 10
4:00Â – 4:30 pm
Saturdays, February 28 – April 4
w/ proposed make-up date April 11
9:00Â – 9:30 am
Registration for this class has closed. Check back soon for new class dates.
Ages 3 – 5
For little swimmers ages 3-5 who are not yet swimming on their own without support – come learn about water safety and basic swim skills, and begin the journey toward becoming a safe, independent swimmer. We will focus on submersion, front and back floating, proper kicking, and how to be safe around water – this is a swimmer/instructor only course; parents will watch from the pool deck.
Have questions about this program? Contact: aquatics@berkshiresouth.org
Members: $92.00
Guests: $120.00
Learn to Swim - Preschool Intermediate
February Classes
Tuesdays, February 24 – March 31
w/ proposed make-up date April 7
4:00Â – 4:30 pm
Saturdays, February 28 – April 4
w/ proposed make-up date April 11
9:40 – 10:10 am
Registration for this class has closed. Check back soon for new class dates.
Ages 4 – 5
For little swimmers ages 4-5 who are comfortable in the water and can do some swimming on their own without support – a continuation of our level 1 class, swimmers will learn about water safety and begin the basics of swimming strokes. Participants should be comfortable fully submerging in the water and proficient at floating independently on front and back. We will focus on front and back gliding, introducing front crawl, and how to be safe around water – this is a swimmer/instructor only course; parents will watch from the pool deck.
Have questions about this program? Contact: aquatics@berkshiresouth.org
Members: $92.00
Guests: $120.00
NEW! - Grades K & 1 Super Swimmers
February Classes
Wednesdays, February 25 – April 1
w/ proposed make-up date April 8
4:40Â – 5:10 pm
Registration for this class has closed. Check back soon for new class dates.
Ages 5 & 6
Grades K&1 Super Swimmers is a NEW class for 5-6 year old kids who have ALREADY taken Pre-K Intermediate. This class is intended as a “bridge” for 5-6 year olds who might not be quite ready to join Youth Level 2 with kids ages 7+. All participants MUST be able to swim 10 feet in the water without a belt or other flotation assistance, and float on their backs unassisted for 5-10 seconds.
Have questions about this program? Contact: aquatics@berkshiresouth.org
Members: $92.00
Guests: $120.00
Youth Swim Lessons
Youth Beginner Level 1
February Classes
Thursdays, February 12 – March 19
w/ proposed make-up date April 26
4:00Â – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Judi Panzano
Saturdays, February 28 – April 4
w/ proposed make-up date April 11
9:00Â – 9:30 am
Instructor: Beignyreih Person
Registration for this class has closed. Check back soon for new class dates.
Ages 6-15
This is a beginner swimming class for swimmers ages 6 & up with no prerequisites. Swimmers will learn basic water safety skills and gain comfort and confidence in the water. We will focus on submersion, floating, proper kick, and independent movement through the water.
Members: $92.00
Guests: $120.00
Youth Intermediate Level 2
February Classes
Mondays, February 23 – March 30
w/ proposed make-up date April 6
4:00 – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Julia Erickson
Thursdays, February 12 – March 19
w/ proposed make-up date March 26
4:40 – 5:10 pm
Instructor: Judi Panzano
Saturdays, February 28 – April 4
w/ proposed make-up date April 11
9:40 – 10:10 am
Instructor: Beignyreih Person
Registration for this class has closed. Check back soon for new class dates.
Ages 6-15
For swimmers age 6 & up who are confidently swimming on their own, this class will teach the basics of the front and back crawl, explore swimming in deep water, and continue water safety skills.
Have questions about this program? Contact: aquatics@berkshiresouth.org
Members: $92.00
Guests: $120.00
Youth Advanced Level 3 & 4
February Classes
Mondays, February 23 – March 30
w/ proposed make-up date April 6
4:40 – 5:20 pm
Instructor: Julia Erickson
Wednesdays, February 25 – April 1
w/ proposed make-up date April 8
4:30 – 5:10 pm
Instructor: Beignyreih Person
Fridays, February 27 – April 3
w/ proposed make-up date April 10
4:40 – 5:20 pm
Instructor:Â Darren Blaney
Registration for this class has closed. Check back soon for new class dates.
Ages 6-15
Swimmers in this class should have basic front and back crawl techniques for one pool length and be comfortable swimming in deep water. We will focus on continuous improvement of these strokes, as well as basics of breaststroke and butterfly, lifetime strokes, diving, and continued water safety skills.
Have questions about this program? Contact: aquatics@berkshiresouth.org
Members: $92.00
Guests: $120.00
Berkshire South Flying Fish Youth Swim Club
Registration for this class has closed. Check back soon for dates.
Mondays & Wednesdays,
4:00 – 5:15 pm
Instructors: Julia Erickson & Christine Ocheltree.
The Flying Fish Youth Swim Club is a novice recreational swim team geared towards having fun and gaining confidence in a team format while learning about competitive swimming. This program is available by tryout or coach’s invitation only. Swimmers must be able to swim 25 yards of both freestyle and backstroke and float or tread for 2 minutes. Previous participants are welcome!
Contact aquatics@berkshiresouth.org for additional information or to arrange a swim try-out!
Members: $175
Guests: $225