Aquatics
The YMCA has two different-sized pools for member enjoyment. Each pool offers swim lessons, open swim and a variety of programs.
2008 Fall Swim Team and Swim Lesson Information
Pool Closing
- The pools close one half hour before the entire building closes
- If thunder or lightning occurs in the area, the pools will close.
Swim Team
The Jackson YMCA Swim Team is a traveling competitive team that competes against other YMCA swim teams throughout lower Michigan. There are teams for each age bracket, though children under eight years of age must be able to swim half the length of the pool without touching the sides or using a flotation device. All practices are held at the Jackson YMCA. Children do not have to attend every practice, but it is recommended that they attend at least 2 practices a week.
General Rules
- Children under the age of 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult
- Lap lanes reserved for lap swimmers and water walkers only
- YMCA programs have priority during school breaks.
- Everyone under 18 must take a swim test before entering deep water
Swim Lessons
There are numerous swim classes with varying difficulties offered at the YMCA. From swimming beginners to those looking to condition their bodies and lungs, there are lessons for all ages and skill levels.
Fees: Members $20.00/Non-Members $40.00 per session
PARENT/CHILD Ages 6 months to 3 years
Shrimp/Kippers Ages 6 months to 18 months
Inia/Perch Ages 18 months to 3 years
A water acclimation and safety course for infants designed with fun and games
PRESCHOOL Ages 3 to 5 years
Pike A Beginner course teaching the basic swimming styles to the new swimmer.
Eel A Beginner II course for swimmers comfortable swimming 5 feet by themselves.
Ray/Starfish An Intermediate course for swimmers comfortable with swimming 15 feet by themselves.
YOUTH Ages 6 - 15 years
Polliwog – A Beginner course teaching the basic swimming styles to the new swimmer.
Guppy An Intermediate course for swimmers comfortable with swimming 15 feet by themselves.
Minnow An Intermediate course for swimmers comfortable with swimming one length by themselves.
Youth Conditioning A course focused on improving the endurance and form of an average swimmer.
ADULT LESSONS – Ages 15+ years
A course for adults who need to learn or refine their strokes
Small Pool Programs
- Lap Swim
- Open Swim
- After School Bus In Program
- Swim Lessons
Large Pool Activities
- Water Aerobics Programs
- Deep/Shallow Cross Training – A rigorous combination of aerobics, lap swimming, interval training, abdominal work and weight training
- Shallow Aerobics – Aerobic conditioning, toning and stretching in the shallow end
- Deep Water Aerobics – Gentle exercise focused on improving balance, muscle tone and endurance
- Arthritis Treatment – Battle arthritis by focusing on movement and stretching through the water
- Fit Moms – Water aerobics aimed at prenatal and postpartum moms
- Lap Swim
- After School Bus In Program
- Open Swim
- Swim Lessons
- Swim Team
