Y members enjoy Rec Swim in the aquatics center

Rec Swim & Aquatics Rules

The YMCA's Rec Swim is the perfect time to dip your toes into aquatics. Whether you're a family ready to make memories in the water, an individual wanting to get healthier, or someone completely new to swimming, Rec Swim is a great time to enjoy the Y's pools. Our 25-yard lap pool (84°) and our 3- to 5-feet deep small pool (88°) are each open for rec swim during their regularly scheduled times (see aquatics schedule below).

Rec Swim Info

  • Rec swim will be limited to 30 swimmers per lifeguard
  • It will be on a first come first serve basis, and new swimmers will not be allowed into the pool until previous swimmers exit

Swim Tests & Youth Rules

Youth under 14: Bring an adult. Non-swimmers and children under 14 years of age need responsible adult supervision.
To swim in either the Lap Pool or the Small Pool Deep End, youth under 15 years old must take a Swim Test every time they visit.

The Swim Test includes:

  • Jump feet first into the water
  • Swim freestyle with rotary breathing across the respective pool
  • Tread water for 45 seconds
  • Climb out of the pool to the pool deck

Lap Pool:

Youth Who Pass... Wear a red necklace in the Lap Pool (also provides Small Pool access)
Youth Who Don't Pass... Must wear a lifejacket and be accompanied by an adult in the water

 


 

Small Pool - Deep End:

Youth Who Pass... Wear a turqoise necklace in the Small Pool
Youth Who Don't Pass... Must wear a lifejacket and be accompanied by a supervising adult, OR stay in the shallow end

 

 

 

Small Pool - Shallow End:

  • Youth under 4.5 feet tall must be accompanied by an adult in the water and be within in arm's reach of a supervising adult at all times 
  • Youth over 4.5 feet tall may swim unaccompanied by an adult

Key Aquatics Center RulesA family enters the small pool during Y Rec Swim

SHOW RESPECT

  • Walk on the pool deck. No running.
  • Do not engage in horseplay/rough play.
  • Respect the equipment.
  • Use Y-friendly language. Foul language or profanity is not allowed.
  • Use non-glass water bottles to hydrate. No glass or plastic that will shatter is allowed.

BE RESPONSIBLE

  • No person under the influence of alcohol may use the pool.
  • Take a cleansing shower before entering the pool or after using the toilet.
  • Swimmers who are not toilet trained must wear a swim diaper.
  • No diving except in designated diving areas.
  • No person shall swim without lifeguard on duty.

NOTE: There are additional aquatics rules beyond those listed here! Ask a lifeguard if you're unsure.
Lifeguards and Y employees have the final say regarding pool safety and the removal of individuals from the Aquatics Center.

Aquatics Schedule