Aquatics

Two Rivers YMCA Aquatics programs utilize two pools to serve swim lessons, exercise classes, therapy and reacreational uses. Certified lifeguards monitor pool use and enforce safety policies at all times.

YMCA’s are the innovator of group swim lessons and have been teaching people to swim for over 100 years! Youth swim lessons are progressive and teach skills in stroke development, safety, rescue, water sports and personal growth. All YMCA youth programs instill
the character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Lesson groups are determined by the swimmer’s current ability. Free swimming evaluations are available – make an appointment by calling 797-3945, ext. 256. Private swim lessons for youth and adults are also available. See our program guide for current lesson offerings.

Water exercise reduces stress on joints, strengthens and tones muscles, reduces muscle soreness, enhances circulation and promotes flexibility. Swimming skills are not required! Our aquatic department offers classes especially for those with arthritis, multiple sclerosis or fibromyalgia. Other water exercise classes offer low-impact workouts with adjustable intensity levels for various fitness levels. See our program guide for current lesson offerings.

Pool Safety Policies

Lifeguards may prohibit any activities that affect the safety and enjoyment of pool users.
Children under eight years must be accompanied in either pool by an adult (18 or older). The adult should be within arms reach of the child at all times.
Children who are not toilet trained must wear tightly fitted plastic pants or swim diapers.
Pool equipment will be issued and removed at the lifeguard's discretion.
A shower is required before entering the pool.
Fins and snorkels may be used by adults only at the lifeguard's discretion.
No food, drink, or gum allowed in the pool area.
Admission to pools will be refused to persons with infections such as rashes, open wounds, etc. Bandages of any sort should be removed prior to entering the pool.
No running, pushing, or dunking allowed.
Please do not swim if you have recently had diarrhea.
Diving is allowed only at the deep end of the Cool Pool.
No flips, cartwheels, back dives, back jumps, or pushing from the side of the pool. Playing on the steps, ropes and the ladders is prohibited.
Swimmers will wear clean swimsuits, leotards, or shorts. No cutoffs with frays allowed. Shirts cannot be worn in the deep end.
No street shoes in the pool area.
There will be no shooting or dunking balls from the deck into the basketball hoop. Balls should not be thrown from the deck or at another person.
Only adults and those under 18 who can swim a full length of the pool and/or tread water for one minute without assistance are allowed in the deep end.
Playing in the lap lanes during Lap or Lap/Open times is not allowed.
The Warm Pool slide is for children 2-6 years old who are assisted by an adult over 18 years of age.

General Policy

OPEN swims are for members and guests. There will be no lap lanes.
CIRCLE swimming, walking, or jogging will be done in all LAP lanes.
ADULT LAP SWIMS are for adult (18 or older) members and guests.
LAP/MASTERS swim times are for lap swimmers and Masters Swimmers.
LAP SWIM are for adults members and guests and youth over the age of 10 years old.
LAP/OPEN swims are for members and guests. Part of the pool will be available for lap swimming and part for recreational swimming. Lap lanes will be moved according to need; preference will be given to children.
LAP/CLASS lap lanes maybe limited due to class size.
ADULT DEEP swims are for water exercises in the deep end of the pool while a class is being held in the shallow end. Please keep talking to a minimum. No swimming is allowed.
FAMILY SWIMS are for adults (over 18) and families. Only children accompanied by an adult are admitted.