The YMCA has an indoor pool (87 degrees) and offers swim lessons year round, aquasize, arthritis classes in the water, lifeguard training, adult lessons, water jogging, lap swim time, and open swim time.
All children under the age of 12 must have a parent or guardian, 16 years or older, with them in the pool area at all times.
LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION COURSE
Red Cross Lifeguard certification courses are provided throughout the year as needed.
Both recertification and full courses are offered.
Upcoming Classes:
Full Certification Course - Beginning May 15th
Members: $250 | Non-Members: $300
**Students must attend all dates and times listed below in order to fulfill certification requirements**
Class Dates & Times:
May 15th @ 11:00am - 3:30pm
May 16th @ 11:00am - 3:30pm
May 17th @ 11:00am - 3:30pm
May 22nd @ 11:00am - 3:30pm
May 24th @ 11:00am - 3:30pm
This is a blended learning course and students must have a computer available to complete the online study session of the course to fulfill certification requirements.
Ready to enroll? Use this link to register online.
SWIM LESSONS
We are excited to host group swim classes following the Y-USA Swim Lesson curriculum. This new program was kicked off in September 2022. Swim lessons are offered January through November, starting at age 3.
Please visit this link to view available classes starting soon!
YMCA SWIM TEAM
The YMCA Swim Team gives those individuals who desire to swim on a competitive basis the opportunity to do so. Practices are held five days per week. There are a number of swim meets offered in the summer and winter. Children up to 18 years old are eligible to join and must be a member of the YMCA to be on the team.
Swim Team practice is Monday through Friday from 3:30pm - 6:00pm each day. Swimmers are not required to swim every day and can select the number of days they wish to attend swim practice.
Fee: $40 per swimmer per month
SPECIAL EVENTS
The Pittsburg Family YMCA offers a number of fun and unique events year-round in the only indoor full size pool in Pittsburg! A variety of events are offered to appeal to families, teens, seniors, couples and more! Check back often for updates!
Destination Swim Challenge: Swim To Memphis | January 1, 2023 through March 13, 2023
Will you accept this challenge to swim the 435 miles to Memphis, Tennessee? Whether you have swam before or not, this is your chance to start! Swimming helps keep your body healthy all year long. Starting January 1st, every mile you swim is equivalent to 10 miles towards your destination, and you can record your miles throughout the timeframe on the posted log chart. Register Now!
Registration: Must be a member to participate; $10 per member to participate.
All ages, swim styles and techniques welcome!
100 Mile Swim Challenge | January 1, 2023 through June 30, 2023
Calling all lap swimmers! Beginning January 1st, join our 100 Mile Swim Challenge and stay healthy all year while working toward a goal of swimming 100 miles! Record your miles throughout the timeframe on the posted log chart. If you are able to swim 100 miles and achieve the goal, the prize will be yours! Register Now!
Registration: Must be a member to participate; $10 per member to participate.
All ages, swim styles and techniques welcome!
For more information, please call 620-231-1100.