

A thunderstorm can cast lightning up to 20 miles from the edge of a storm, and/or about as far as the sound thunder can carry. Anytime thunder is heard, the thunderstorm is close enough to pose an immediate lightning threat to your location. Many deaths from lightning occur ahead of storms because people wait too long before seeking shelter, or after storms because people return outside too soon. All thunderstorms produce lightning and are dangerous. When thunderstorms threaten, coaches and sports officials must not let the desire to start or complete an athletic activity hinder their judgment when the safety of participants and spectators is in jeopardy. Most of these tragedies can be avoided if proper precautions are taken. On average, about 70 people are killed and many others suffer permanent neurological disabilities. Membership required.Īll lessons must be purchased in block of four lessons per transaction.Each year in the United States, more than four hundred people are struck by lightning. Children 5+, adults & teens from beginners to advanced stroke development. Private half-hour, one-on-one swim lessons. *Some programs may not be available at all locations. old before the end of the class and able to swim 300 yards continuously with a combination of freestyle and breaststroke. Lifeguard Certification Classesīlended learning course trains candidates to certify in Red Cross lifeguarding, CPR, First Aid, AED and Oxygen administration. The course will focus on the continuing development of all 45 competitive strokes, starts, turns and competitive training techniques. This class is for the student who has completed Stroke Development and Stroke Mechanics and is interested in preparing for competitive swimming. A weekly shallow water class with activities such as aqua zumba, kickboxing, calisthenics and fun. (13+ years) Young adults special needs aqua cardio class. The class will focus on skill progression as outlined in the Special Olympics NJ Aquatics Coaching Guide led by Freehold YMCA Marlins Special Olympics swim team head coach, Tina Duda along with other staff and volunteers Yasnac Adaptive Swim Classįor students with physical or intellectual disabilities. Must be registered with Special Olympics New Jersey to register for class. Challenger Competitive Strokeįor Special Olympics competitive swimmers. Caretaker/parent may need to be in the pool with the student. Challenger Swim LessonsĬhildren with special needs will have the opportunity to explore the water as a therapeutic medium to strengthen muscles, normalize muscle tone, provide sensory input, stretch tight muscles, body in space awareness and more. The course will focus on the continuing development of all 4 competitive strokes, starts, turns, and competitive training techniques. (6-18 years) This class is for the student who can perform the Stroke Mechanics goals and is interested in preparing for competitive swimming. We thank you for your cooperation and understanding of our Thunder and Lightning Policy.Īdditional Swim Programs Competitive Stroke
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For the most up-to-date information on pool closings, download our mobile app by searching “Daxko” in your app store. Please understand that weather is unpredictable and pool status can change at any time. We recommend calling the branch directly whenever you hear thunder or see lightning before heading over to the branch. Swim lessons may be canceled in advance of an anticipated storm.

Pools will remain closed until 30 minutes after the last lighting strike.

Greater Monmouth County YMCA staff will use the Weather Bug app to monitor lightning strikes. For these reasons, our YMCA pools will close if there is lightning and thunder within 10 miles of the branch’s location. The YMCA of the USA, FEMA, the American Red Cross, NOAA, and the National Lightning Safety Institute all advise to not use plumbing of any kind during thunder and lightning and to stay clear of windows. Thunder is the sound of lightning, which is a warning that lightning is either present or will soon be visibly present. The YMCA maintains a safe environment by closing swimming pools when there is lightning and thunder.

The YMCA of Greater Monmouth County is dedicated to the safety and well-being of our members and program participants. Find Your Career and Your Calling at the Y.
