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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
June Classes
Sundays, June 28 – July 19
with proposed make-up date July 26
3:40 – 4:10 pm
Instructor: Matthew Wilder
Mondays, June 29 – August 3
with proposed make-up date August 10
10:45 – 11:15 am
Instructor: Matthew Wilder
Tuesdays, June 30 – August 4
with proposed make-up date August 10
11:45 – 12:15pm
Instructor: TBD
July Classes
Thursdays, July 2 – August 6
with proposed make-up date August 13
9:45 – 10:15 am
Instructor: Beignyreih Person
August Classes
Sundays, August 2 – August 23
with proposed make-up date August 30
3:40 – 4:10 pm
Instructor: Matthew Wilder
Registration for these classes will open soon.Â
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
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday Class Rates:
Members: $92
Guests: $120
Sunday Class Rates (4-Week Session):
Members: $70
Guests: $90
Learn to Swim - Preschool Beginner
June Classes
Sundays, June 28 – July 19
with proposed make-up date July 26
1:00 – 1:30 pm
Instructor: Matthew Wilder
Sundays, June 28 – July 19
with proposed make-up date July 26
1:40-2:10 OR 2:15 – 2:45 pm
Instructor: Catherine Blake
Sundays, June 28 – July 19
with proposed make-up date July 26
3:00 – 3:30pm
Instructor: Catherine Blake
Mondays, June 29 – August 3
with proposed make-up date August 10
11:30 am- 12:00 pm
Instructor: Matthew Wilder
July Classes
Wednesdays & Fridays, July 1 – July 17
with proposed make-up date July 22 & 24
4:00 – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Catherine BlakeÂ
August Classes
Sundays, August 2 – August 23
with proposed make-up date August 30
1:00 – 1:30 pm
Instructor: Matthew Wilder
Sundays, August 2 – August 23
with proposed make-up date August 30
1:40-2:10 OR 2:15 – 2:45pm
Instructor: Catherine Blake
Sundays, August 2 – August 23
with proposed make-up date August 30
3:00 – 3:30pm
Instructor: Catherine Blake
Wednesdays & Fridays, August 5 – August 21
with proposed make-up date August 26 & 28
4:00 – 4:30pm
Instructor: Catherine Blake
Registration for this class opens soon.
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
Mondays and Wednesday/Friday Class Rates:
Members: $92
Guests: $120
Sunday Class Rates (4-Week Session):
Members: $70
Guests: $90
Learn to Swim - Preschool Intermediate
June Classes
Sundays, June 28 – July 19
with proposed make-up date July 26
1:40 – 2:10 pm
Instructor: Matthew Wilder
July Classes
Wednesdays & Fridays, July 1 – July 17
with proposed make-up date July 22 & 24
4:40 – 5:10 pm
Instructor: Catherine Blake
Saturdays, July 11 – August 15
with proposed make-up date August 22
9:00 – 9:30 am
Instructor: Catherine Blake
August Classes
Sundays, August 2 – August 23
with proposed make-up date August 30
1:40 – 2:10 pm
Instructor: Matthew Wilder
Wednesdays & Fridays, August 5 – August 21
with proposed make-up date August 26 & 28
4:40 – 5:10 pm
Instructor: Catherine Blake
Registration for these classes opens soon.
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
Wednesday & Friday and Saturday Class Rates:
Members: $92
Guests: $120
Sunday Class Rates (4-Week Session):
Members: $70
Guests: $90
NEW! - Grades K & 1 Super Swimmers
July Classes
Saturdays, July 11 – August 15
with proposed make-up date August 22
9:40 – 10:20 am
Instructor: Catherine Blake
Registration for this class opens soon. Check back for updates.
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
Guests: $120
Youth Swim Lessons
Youth Beginner Level 1
July Classes
Wednesdays, July 1 – August 5
with proposed make-up date August 12
4:00 – 4:30 pm
Instructor: Beignyreih Person
Fridays, July 3 – July 24
with proposed make-up date July 31
1:10 – 1:40pm
Instructor: Beignyreih Person
Saturdays, July 11 – August 15
with proposed make-up date August 22
9:00 – 9:30 am
Instructor: Beignyreih Person
August Classes
Fridays, August 7 – August 28
with proposed make-up date September 4
1:10 – 1:40 pm
Instructor: Beignyreih Person
Registration for these classes opens soon.
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.
Wednesday and Saturday Class Rates:
Members: $92
Guests: $120
Friday Class Rates (4-Week Session):
Members: $70
Guests: $90
Youth Intermediate Level 2
June Classes
Mondays, June 29 – August 3
with proposed make-up date August 10
5:00 – 5:30 pm
Instructor: Judi Panzano
July Classes
Fridays, July 3 – July 24
with proposed make-up date July 31
1:45 – 2:15 pm
Instructor: Beignyreih Person
August Classes
Fridays, August 7 – August 28
with proposed make-up date September 4
1:45 – 2:15 pm
Instructor: Beignyreih Person
Registration for these classes opens soon.
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
Monday Class Rates:
Members: $92
Guests: $120
Friday Class Rates (4-Week Session):
Members: $70
Guests: $90
Youth Advanced Level 3 & 4
July Classes
Wednesdays, July 1 – August 5
with proposed make-up date August 12
4:35 – 5:15 pm
Instructor: Beignyreih Person
Fridays, July 3 – July 24
with proposed make-up date July 31
2:20 – 3:00 pm
Instructor: Beignyreih Person
Fridays, July 3 – July 24
with proposed make-up date July 31
3:10 – 3:50 pm
Instructor: Darren Blaney
Fridays, July 3 – July 24
with proposed make-up date July 31
4:00 – 4:40 pm
Instructor: Julia Erickson
Saturdays, July 11 – August 15
with proposed make-up date August 22
9:40 – 10:20 am
Instructor: Beignyreih Person
August Classes
Fridays, August 7 – August 28
with proposed make-up date September 4
2:20 – 3:00 pm
Instructor: Beignyreih Person
Fridays, August 7 – August 28
with proposed make-up date September 4
3:10 – 3:50 pm
Instructor: Darren Blaney
Fridays, August 7 – August 28
with proposed make-up date September 4
4:00 – 4:40 pm
Instructor: Julia Erickson
Registration for these classes opens soon.
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
Wednesday and Saturday Class Rates:
Members: $92
Guests: $120
Friday Class Rates (4-Week Session):
Members: $70
Guests: $90
Berkshire South Flying Fish Youth Swim Club
Next Session: Fall 2026
Mondays & Thursdays,
4:15 – 5:30 pm
Instructors: Julia Erickson
Registration for this session has closed. Check back soon for upcoming dates.
Ages 7 – 15
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