The Y strives to help all ages learn how to swim, so they can stay safe around water and learn the skills needed to make swimming a lifelong pursuit for healthy living. Whether you’re looking for swim classes, want to learn water safety, or just enjoy swimming laps, you’ll find what you’re looking for at one of our pools.

 

 

 

Swim Test Policy

 

For safety purposes, all swimmers under the age of 15 must take a swim test and wear a swim band based on their swimming ability before entering the water. Other swimmers may be asked to take a swim test at the lifeguard’s discretion.

Our swim test is designed to check the swimming abilities of a child. Based on this test, the child receives a colored band that signifies their swimming ability.

 

BAND TYPES, ACCESS and TESTING
Safety and Swim Test Policy
WHERE TO PICK UP and DROP OFF YOUR BAND

Check in with your local Y's Welcome Center or Aquatics team to learn how to pick up your swim band.

 

Pool Health And Safety

 

While visiting YMCA Aquatics Centers, all posted pool rules apply to maintain a safe aquatic environment

 

SAFETY AND ETIQUETTE
Age Guidelines for Lap Swim, Open Swim, and Water Aerobics
  • Anyone under 15 must be able to pass a swim test to swim in YMCA pools without adult supervision.
  • Children 7 and under must have a parent or guardian in the water within arms reach at all times
  • Children 8 and under must have a parent or guardian in the water within arm's reach at all times.
Coming Prepared and Showers
  • Members must bring their own towel, bathing suit, cap, and goggles.
  • Members must shower before entering the pool.
Coming Prepared and Showers
  • Members must bring their own towel, bathing suit, cap, and goggles
  • Personal items should be kept on the pool deck within sight as the locker room lockers are limited
Other Safety Considerations and Borrowing Pool Equipment
  • Be mindful that the first swim lane has the chair lift accommodation for members with disabilities. Members may be asked to either move a safe distance away or to another vacant lane to accommodate members who need use of the chair lift.
  • Water walking is permitted as long as the member stays within their lane.
  • If members borrow items (kickboard, fins, waist belts, etc.) please disinfect the items and place them on their corresponding shelves. Staff members are available to assist when needed.