Jim Desmond Grant Swim Lessons

Jim Desmond Grant Swim Lessons

Funder: Supervisor Jim Desmond and the County of San Diego Board of Supervisors

Geographic Scope: San Diego County

Program Focus: Subsidized swimming instruction for youth

Overview

This grant provides 100 participants per month with a FREE MONTH of group swim lessons during June, July, and August. In total, the grant funds 300 free group swim lessons for the summer.

Key Details

• Location: Joe and Mary Mottino Family YMCA
• Schedule: Saturday classes only
• Eligibility: Open to all interested participants with no eligibility requirements
• Requirement: Do NOT need to be a YMCA member or current swim participant
• Instruction: Delivered by certified instructors with personalized attention

What the Program Provides

Swimming instruction that develops:
• Competency in swimming
• Confidence and endurance
• Life-saving skills in a caring atmosphere

Registration

• Online registration available (participants must have waiver signed and account set up prior)
• Look for class names followed by "Jim Desmond Grant"
• Lessons limited to 100 participants per month
• Contact: Melissa Rodriguez, Aquatics Director at [email protected] to join waitlist

Contact Information

Email: [email protected]

Background

Swimming is recognized as both a critical life skill and an enriching activity. The program addresses the societal need to provide accessible water safety education to youth in San Diego County.