This course awards the YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification. After successful completion of this course, instructors will be able to identify components of the YMCA Swim Lessons continuum, demonstrate the behaviors of an effective YMCA Swim Lessons Instructor, maintain an inclusive environment of learning while keeping order in a positive and safe environment, employ swim teaching techniques that break down the critical features of a swimmer’s skill progression at any age and stage and demonstrate the swim instructor’s role in the safety process and during an emergency.

Candidates must be able to tread water for two minutes and demonstrate Stage 5 proficiency in at least four of the following six strokes by swimming 25 yards of each: Front Crawl, Breaststroke, Sidestroke, Butterfly, Elementary Backstroke, and Backstroke.

Get Qualified – It’s the perfect part-time job!

The first step to becoming a swim instructor is to get qualified. The YMCA of Coastal Carolina provides the training, certification, and skills needed to become a nationally certified swim instructor!

We’re Hiring!

As the country’s leading nonprofit organization committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibilities, the YMCA offers more than just a job – it offers a career with a future and the chance to make a lasting difference in the community. Whether you’re looking for full time or part time, the YMCA provides the flexibility to ensure a positive work-life balance. Swim Lessons Instructor roles are accessible to all ages and backgrounds.

If you’re interested in being a part of the YMCA of Coastal Carolina Aquatics team, we’d love to hear from you! For more information please contact Autumn Finney at [email protected]