Camp Splash

Free swim lessons for ages 3+

Drowning is a leading cause of death among children. Since 2010, Camp SPLASH has been a vital part of our summer programming, offering a fun and empowering introduction to swimming for Vermont’s youth. In partnership with The University of Vermont Children’s Hospital, Myers Pool in Winooski, and the Y, this community-supported program focuses on safety, confidence, and access – teaching life-saving water safety to children at all swim levels, ages 3 and older.

Make a splash!

Designed especially for New American and low-income children, Camp SPLASH is a summertime 3-day beginner swim program that teaches:

• Basic swimming stroke and water safety skills
• Comfort and confidence in the water
• Safe behavior and essential pool rules: “Reach, Throw, Don’t Go”

Over the years, thousands of young Vermonters have taken their first strokes with us — building not just skills, but lifelong confidence around water. Camp SPLASH is more than just lessons — it’s an inclusive, safe, and welcoming space for all kids to learn and grow.

Print the Sign Up form below, fill out and return it to Jess at the Y— or fill out the pdf online, save, and email to [email protected].

Sign Up Form

Contact Information

For information about aquatics programs including Camp Splash, Youth and Adult Swim Lessons, and Lifeguarding classes, contact our Aquatics Director Jess Lukas at [email protected] or 802-652-8143.