YMCA of Frederick County Youth Programs and Camps

The YMCA of Frederick County Youth Programs and Camps offers Parent/Child & Preschool Lessons for infants and toddlers, School-Age Swim Lessons for ages 6–13, Teen & Adult Swim Lessons, Water Fitness Classes, the FCY Tidal Force Swim Team for ages 5–18, Lifeguard Training & Certification for ages 15+, Day Camps, Camp West Mar, and Specialty Camps. Swim lesson offerings include water acclimation, basic movement skills, basic safety, floating, stroke mechanics, and competitive readiness.

Programs

• Parent/Child & Preschool Lessons — infants and toddlers · Introduce infants and toddlers to the water in a safe, fun environment with parent participation. Focuses on comfort, water acclimation, and basic movement skills.
• School-Age Swim Lessons — 6–13 · Lessons progress through stages that build confidence, technique, and endurance. Kids learn everything from basic safety and floating to refined stroke mechanics and competitive readiness.
• Teen & Adult Swim Lessons — teens and adults
• Water Fitness Classes — A variety of shallow and deep-water workouts like Aqua Zumba, Ai-Chi, and Aqua HIIT improve strength, flexibility, and balance while being gentle on joints.
• FCY Tidal Force Swim Team — 5–18 · Competitive swim team participating in local meets and team events.
• Lifeguard Training & Certification — 15+ · American Red Cross Lifeguarding courses including CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications.
• Day Camps
• Camp West Mar
• Specialty Camps

At a glance

• Ages: 0–18 years old

About the provider

The YMCA of Frederick County says it creates opportunities for people of every age to learn, grow, and thrive. Financial assistance is available, swim lessons are open to members and non-members, YMCA members receive discounted program rates, the YMCA accepts MSDE Child Care Scholarship vouchers, and registration occurs online.

Financial assistance is available. Swim lessons are open to members and non-members; YMCA members receive discounted program rates. The YMCA offers financial assistance, accepts MSDE Child Care Scholarship vouchers, and provides resources to guide families through the registration process. Registration occurs online.

Last updated October 31, 2026.