Adult Stroke Development Program

This program is designed for swimmers of all levels, from true beginners with little to no swim stroke experience to advanced swimmers looking to refine their skills.

Focus on perfecting your swim strokes in a supportive, technique-driven environment with our Adult Stroke Development Program. Led by Coach Thomas Schmucker, a former University of Chicago swimmer with over 40 years of competitive experience, this class helps adults refine their stroke technique through targeted drills and fundamental exercises. Coach Thomas specializes in the mechanics of swimming, providing personalized feedback to each swimmer so they can improve at their own pace, avoiding the development of bad habits.

This program emphasizes the key aspects of stroke technique for freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. Through step-by-step drills and a focus on the fundamentals, participants will build a solid foundation that improves efficiency, strength, and overall performance in the water. Whether you’re a beginner just starting to learn proper form or an experienced swimmer aiming to fine-tune your technique, this class offers the tools and expert coaching you need to take your swimming to the next level.

Join us at the Northwest Y for a class that emphasizes proper technique, consistency, and long-term improvement in a fun, supportive setting.