MAKE A SPLASH
SWIMMING AT THE ALEXANDRIA AREA YMCA
The indoor aquatic center makes the Alexandria Area YMCA the perfect place to swim laps, take swim lessons, and enjoy some family time all year long!
Bring the whole family to enjoy the water slide, basketball hoops, and more in the family pool. Zero-depth entry makes it perfect for all ages
Relax and recover in the hot tub.
Dive into wellness in our 3-lane lap pool.
Splash around with peace of mind knowing a certified lifeguard is always on duty.
Swim Lessons
The YMCA has been teaching swim lessons for more than 100 years and we're committed to helping kids, adults, and families become strong, confident swimmers!
Group Exercise
Work up a sweat in the water! The Alexandria Area YMCA offers a variety of water-based group exercise classes that are free with your YMCA membership!
POOL RULES & GUIDELINES
General Guidelines
- Respect the lifeguard on duty and the rules of this facility for your safety and enjoyment.
- Rough or boisterous play is not permitted.
- Inappropriate language is not permitted.
- Running is not allowed on the pool deck or in the locker rooms.
- Persons with a communicable disease which could be transmitted through use of the pool, is not permitted to use the pool.
- People with open wounds could be at a risk of infection and are recommended not to use the pool.
- Persons with infectious medical conditions, should refrain from use of the pool.
- Proper attire, including swim diapers for infants, is required prior to entering the pool.
- Use of age and gender appropriate changing areas is encouraged.
- Alcohol, food, and gum are not allowed in the pool enclosure.
- Glassware and similar material with a tendency to shatter on impact is not allowed in the pool enclosure.
- Lifeguard on duty is responsible for approving all toys and equipment prior to use in the pool.
- All YMCA provided pool toys and equipment must remain at the pool facility.
- Lifeguard on duty is responsible for approving usage of YMCA provided equipment.
- Domestic animals are not permitted in the pool enclosure, showers, or dressing rooms.
- No hanging from rim or net of the basketball hoop.
- Use of YMCA aquatic play structures or equipment in a way other than intended is not permitted.
- Diving is not allowed except in water 9 feet deep.
- Inflatable flotation devices are not permitted in the pool.
- Roped-off areas of the pool are usable only if permitted by the lifeguard on duty.
- Persons refusing to obey rules are subject to removal from the premises
Slide Guidelines
- Giant Slide operates only at scheduled times.
- Height requirement is 48”.
- Only one person allowed at a time.
- Participants must enter slide feet first and seated.
- Swimmers must immediately exit area at base of slide after completion.
- Area at base of slide must be clear of objects and people before entering.
- Approval from the lifeguard on duty is needed before using Giant Slide.
- Objects of any kind may not be carried while using Giant Slide.
Hot Tub Guidelines
- Prohibited to persons with a communicable disease or anyone who has been ill with vomiting or diarrhea within the prior two weeks.
- Pregnant women, persons with heart disease, diabetes, or high or low blood pressure, are recommended not to use the Hot Tub unless advised by a physician.
- You must be 16 years of age or older to use the Hot Tub.
- Soak time of more than 15 minutes per interval, could result in nausea, dizziness, or fainting.
- Children 15 years of age and under are not allowed on Hot Tub blue tiles.
Age Guidelines
- Ages 14 and older: Permitted to use the unaccompanied by an adult in the facility
- Ages 7 to 13: Must be accompanied by an adult on the pool deck. Required to wear Safe Swimmer Wristbands while in the pool area.
- Ages 6 and under: Must be accompanied by an adult in the pool, maintaining arm's length proximity.