Swimming lessons for kids in Montréal and Québec City
At the YMCA, physical literacy is at the very core of our programs. With our wide range of swim lessons, you can find the course that best suits your child's swim ability.
Our swim lessons for kids are open to the public, whether you are a member or not.
Not sure what level to register for? Use our swim level assessment tool.
If your child has taken swim lessons elsewhere, you can use our comparison table to find level equivalencies.
If you have any questions, please contact your local YMCA to speak with our staff.
Registration Dates – winter session 2026
Star Leadership Program - Star 5
- Notre-Dame-de-Grâce YMCA
- Saint-Roch YMCA (Québec)
- Cartierville YMCA
- Du Parc YMCA
- Westmount YMCA
It is the intent of the Star 5 level to develop the physical fitness and skills…
From 6 to 15 years old From Jan 5 to Mar 15 2026 Starting at $107.50Private swim lesson for children
Private swim lessons for all
- Notre-Dame-de-Grâce YMCA
- Saint-Roch YMCA (Québec)
Private swimming lessons are ideal for those who require one-to-one support.…
6 years old and over; Parents and children; All ages From Jan 5 to Mar 8 2026 Starting at $261.00Preschool – Jumpers
- Notre-Dame-de-Grâce YMCA
- Saint-Roch YMCA (Québec)
- Cartierville YMCA
- Du Parc YMCA
- Westmount YMCA
It is the intent of the Dippers level to orient the beginner to water, assist…
From 3 to 5 years old From Jan 5 to Mar 15 2026 Starting at $105.00Preschool – Surfers
- Notre-Dame-de-Grâce YMCA
- Saint-Roch YMCA (Québec)
- Cartierville YMCA
- Du Parc YMCA
- Westmount YMCA
It is the intent of the Surfers level to orient the developing swimmer to deep…
From 3 to 5 years old From Jan 5 to Mar 15 2026 Starting at $105.00Supervised swim training
- Du Parc YMCA
A training program that combines various swimming styles to improve…
From 8 to 17 years old From Jan 5 to Mar 15 2026 Starting at $285.00Preschool – Divers
- Notre-Dame-de-Grâce YMCA
- Saint-Roch YMCA (Québec)
- Cartierville YMCA
- Du Parc YMCA
- Westmount YMCA
It is the intent of the Divers level to orient the swimmer to deep water, assist…
From 3 to 5 years old From Jan 5 to Mar 15 2026 Starting at $105.00Preschool with parent – Splashers
- Notre-Dame-de-Grâce YMCA
- Saint-Roch YMCA (Québec)
- Cartierville YMCA
- Du Parc YMCA
- Westmount YMCA
It is the intent of the Splashers level to orient the child, accompanied by an…
From 6 to 18 months old From Jan 5 to Mar 15 2026 Starting at $107.50Star Program - Star 1
- Notre-Dame-de-Grâce YMCA
- Saint-Roch YMCA (Québec)
- Du Parc YMCA
- Cartierville YMCA
- Westmount YMCA
It is the intent of the Star 1 level to continue the development of the front…
From 6 to 15 years old From Jan 5 to Mar 15 2026 Starting at $107.50Learn to Swim – Swimmer
- Notre-Dame-de-Grâce YMCA
- Saint-Roch YMCA (Québec)
- Cartierville YMCA
- Du Parc YMCA
- Westmount YMCA
It is the intent of the Swimmer level to continue with stroke development with…
From 6 to 15 years old From Jan 5 to Mar 15 2026 Starting at $130.25
