The YMCA pool is an outdoor pool operating from Memorial Day - Labor Day each season. 

 

Swim Lessons

There is a reason why the YMCA is referred to as America’s favorite swim instructor.  In YMCA classes, children are taught to swim in a caring way.  Learning water activities and a sport can change their lives.  Youth swim lessons are progressive — each level builds upon the preceding level.  Lessons focus on stroke development, diving fundamentals, water safety, personal growth and fun.  Each child is unique and is encouraged to progress and their own level.  ALL STUDENTS WILL BE TESTED ON THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS.

Registration for 2008 begins April 19.  Register between April 19-25 and receive $5 off each lesson.  Phone registrations are not accepted.

Price/session/person: $40 Members
$85 Non-Members
Morning :
Session 1:  June 2-12
Session 2:  June 6-26
Session 3*: June 30-July 10
Session 4: July 14-24
Session 5: July 28-August 7

Morning classes are held at 9:00am and 9:45 am Monday - Thursday.
Rain days are Fridays
*There will be no class on July 4.
A maximum of 40 participants will be accepted per class.

 

Evening:

Session 1:  June 2-25
Session 2:  June 30-July 23
Rain days are Fridays.
Evening classes are held at 5:30pm and 6:15 pm Mondays and Wednesdays.
A maximum of 20 participants will be accepted per class.

 
Saturday Morning:
Session 1: June 7-August 2
Saturday classes are held at 10:30 am

 
Adult Evening:
Session 1: June 2-25
Session 2: June 30-July 23
Adult classes are held at 7pm on Mondays & Wednesdays
Pre-school Lessons - Ages 3-5 Youth Lessons - Ages 6-12
Instructor to student ratio:  1:6  1:8
Length of lesson:  30 minutes  30 minutes

Private Lessons

One on one lessons are designed for any age.  Whether you fear the water, are looking to perfect your strokes or anything in between, these 30 minute lessons focus on individual needs.  Contact the aquatics coordinator if you would like more information and time availability.

Price/lesson:       $30 Member                   $80 Non-Member

Pool Information

Guidelines:

  • Proper pool attire is required in the pool.  No cutoffs, sweats or regular shorts.

  • If lightning is observed while the pool is open, the pool will be cleared and the swimmers will remain out of the pool until the weather has cleared.

  • The air temperature at noon must be 70º or higher as stated on cable channel 5 for the pool to open.  If the temperature is less than that, it will be rechecked at 3:00pm.  All decisions are made by pool managers and appointed staff.  If you have questions, please call 692-7631 for information.

  • Outside food and beverages are not allowed.

  • No coolers will be permitted in the pool or locker room areas.

YMCA Program Swims:
Every day from 5:30am-12:30pm unless otherwise specified below.

Open/Family Swim:
Available to all ages for recreational swimming, children ages 12 and under, however, must be supervised by a parent.

Times:
Monday - Friday
12:00 –8:00pm
Saturday & Sunday
11:00am - 8:00pm

Lap Swim:
Lanes with one or two swimmers can circle or side by side swim.  Lanes with three or more swimmers must circle swim.

Times:
Monday - Friday 
6:00am—7:45am
11:30am - 2:00pm
4:00pm - Close

Saturday and Sunday
11:00am - 2:00pm
4:00pm - Close

Adult Only Swim:
Must be at least 18 years old to be in pool area during these times.

Times:
Thursdays
11:00am - 12:00pm

To allow  staff prep time for open swim, no admittance will be allowed to the pool beginning 15 minutes prior to the start of open swim.  On weekdays this will be 11:45am-12:00pm and on weekends and holidays this will be 10:45-11:00am.

Expect pool operation hours to change beginning in mid-August.  This is due to lifeguard availability as well as darkness coming earlier at night.  Signs will be posted as soon as possible to make members aware of the changes.

Aquacise

Increase your physical strength and endurance without stress or strain on your joints.  This low-impact, water exercise class will increase cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength.  No swimming skills are needed.  This is a great way to start a fitness program.  Must be 14 years of age to attend.

Time:  Monday - Friday  10:30am-11:30am
Price:  FREE  to Members

Winter Indoor Aquatics (September-May)

Central Pool   Richwoods Pool
415 W. Richmond 6301 N. University
309-686-3370  309-693-4413
M-F        6-7:30am         (L) 
Sat          9-11am           (L)  M & W  7-8pm (O/L)
Sun         4-5pm             (L)  Closed on holidays
Sun         12-4pm           (O)

Times: (O=Open Swim or L=Lap Swim)
Free to Members, no reservations required.  Call each pool to verify times.
Must present a valid YMCA membership card at these locations to gain admittance.  

Qualifications :
 Using any stroke, child must be able to swim one length of the pool without stopping, standing or holding onto anything.  Swimmers who are not ready to join the team are encouraged to be part of our “Pre-Team.”  Members of the Pre-Team will look toward becoming members of the team by working toward the goal of competing in swim meets before the season is over. 

Swim Meets:
 Meets are held on weekday evenings, generally on Tuesday and Thursday.  Participation in meets is not required, but is highly encouraged.  However, it IS REQUIRED that all participants fill out a Swim Meet availability worksheet and turn it in on or before the first day of practice.  This enables the coaches to better prepare line-ups ahead of time and avoids the last minute switching of participants.  The YMCA has a long-standing tradition of great swimming programs which we hope will continue well into the future.  

Practice:
 Practices are held Monday through Friday.

Times listed below are from 2007.  New times and updated price will be listed closer to April 19.

Practice Times:
Age 11 and older   6:00am - 8:15am
Age 9 and 10  8:00am - 9:00am
Age 8 and under  8:45am - 9:45am
Pre-Team  10:00am-10:30am

(Pre-team will run only Monday-Thursday)
Price/person:  
All participants in the swim team program MUST be members of the YMCA to participate.

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