The Lakeland Hills Family YMCA’s Parent & Child Programs, whether in the pool or in the gym, offer special one-on-one time together that not only develops and strengthens relationships but also teaches new skills.
Parent & Child Programs
The YMCA has long been a place where families can come together to help strengthen our community.
Gym Babies
6-12 Months with Parent
Non-Members Welcome
Visual and auditory development through songs and musical play make this class fun! A parent discussion time about infant/toddler development stages along with reinforcement activities to do at home makes this is informative and reassuring. This is a free class for members; non-members welcome at $87 for 7-week session.
Attention Non-Members:
All Non-Members must sign a Non-Member Program Participant Waiver in order to participate in programs. Please print, sign and return to Member Services Desk upon or before attending the first class.
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Ages: For Walkers, Ages 1 – 2 Years Old with Parent
Open to Non-Members
Explore your child’s development through our specifically set-up play environment. This class focuses on sensory stimulation through music, finger play, scarves, beanbags, parachutes and other specialized toddler equipment, while further enhancing their physical development through climbing, sliding, and jumping.
Attention Non-Members: All Non-Members must sign a Non-Member Program Participant Waiver in order to participate in programs. Please print, sign and return to Member Services Desk upon or before attending the first class.
View Days & Times | RegisterFamily Fun on Saturdays for 1-4 year-olds
Saturdays: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
November 3 – December 15 & January 7 – April 13
Every Saturday we’ll set up a kid’s paradise filled with ball pits, an inflatable, and other exciting things the whole family can enjoy. FREE with membership! Parents must remain with children.
Just Drop In!Skip
6-18 Months with Parent
Non-Members Welcome
Experience exploring the water with your child and assist in teaching basic swimming skills. Fun as well as confidence are the primary goals.
Attention Non-Members: All Non-Members must sign a Non-Member Program Participant Waiver in order to participate in programs. Please print, sign and return to Member Services Desk upon or before attending the first class.
Perch
18-38 Months with Parent
Non-Members Welcome
Parents work with the instructor to increase your toddler’s independence in the water and to prepare the child for a Preschool swimming class after age 3.
Attention Non-Members: All Non-Members must sign a Non-Member Program Participant Waiver in order to participate in programs. Please print, sign and return to Member Services Desk upon or before attending the first class.
View Days & Times | RegisterSkip & Perch Combo
6-36 Months with Parent
Non-Members Welcom
Skip & Perch Combo offerings are a combined enrollment of both levels. Instructor will offer parents direction that is appropriate for child’s age.
Attention Non-Members: All Non-Members must sign a Non-Member Program Participant Waiver in order to participate in programs. Please print, sign and return to Member Services Desk upon or before attending the first class.
View Days & Times | RegisterFamily Lap Swim
Open to full privilege members & their guests.
This is a great opportunity for younger swimmers to swim laps. Children under 12 years must be supervised by a parent in the pool area. Children under 7 years must have an adult in the lane with them. Bubble and flotation devices are permitted during Family Lap Swim.
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Dads & Kids K-8th Grade
Non-Members Welcome
Are you a busy dad looking for an opportunity to spend more quality time with your child? Join other dads and their kids to experience fun day-trips and weekend cabin campouts all school-year long.