Dive into
our aquatics
program

Swimming at the Y

Your YMCA offers a wide variety of aquatic programs for all levels! Our indoor aquatic programs provide members and participants with a comfortable environment for team sports, water aerobics, swim lessons, family time, birthday parties, and more.

Drownings
2/day

Our "Safety Around Water" program helps youth recognize risk while learning critical safety skills near water.

Registrations
5,500+

People attend swim lessons and "Safety Around Water" trainings per year.

Since
1901

We've been helping the Pacific Northwest swim since 1901, when our first pool was built.

Aquatics Programs

Swimming Lessons

Swim Lessons

Learn fun and life-saving skills
YMCA Swimmer

Swim Teams

Integrity, hard work, self-esteem, and sportsmanship are encouraged and developed.

Lifeguard Training & Certification

Gain necessary skills to recognize, prevent, and respond to aquatic emergencies.

Open Swim & Lap Swim

Bring the whole family. Enjoy splashing around in the pool during our recreational swim time!
Water Fitness

Water Fitness

Gain muscle conditioning and cardiovascular endurance from an aerobic choreography and water resistance.

What You Need to Know

America's Swim Instructor

The Y is “America’s Swim Instructor” and the most accessible community resource to prevent drowning and encourage a lifelong enjoyment of swimming. The Y introduced the country to the concept of group swim lessons more than 100 years ago (1909), and each year, the Y teaches more than a million children invaluable water safety and swimming skills.

Rules and Policies

Please check the online registration for the most up-to-date class offerings. All swim lesson participants and guests must check-in at the front desk. There are no make-ups or refunds for missed swim lessons. Classes may be canceled or combined due to low enrollment.

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