The YMCA Aquatics department is dedicated to providing the best and most comprehensive aquatics programs available in our community. Whether you are a lap swimmer looking for fitness or someone in need of swimming lessons, we have programs and facilities to for you. Be sure to browse through our program offerings to find out the latest availability.
Chapel Hill-Carrboro
Aquatics
Novice Fitness Swimmer Class
Jump in the pool! the Novice Fitness Swim class is designed for people who enjoy fellowship with other swimmers while improving their swim technique, including stroke, speed and endurance.
A coach on the pool deck will help plan your workouts, including tips on technical skills, stroke and fitness. This group is for swimmers who are comfortable swimming distances of 300 yards or more during a workout.
Ages: 13+
Fees:
Members: $47
Program Participants: $75
Registration: Begins January 3
Season: Sundays, January – March
Swim Lessons
Ages: 6 months – Adult
At the Y, we believe the ability to swim is a critical life skill for everyone. In swim lessons, we use a variety of fun methods to help kids overcome fears, build confidence in the water and develop skills that last a lifetime. Qualified instructors meet swimmers at their own level and celebrate all successes. By educating and partnering with swimmers, we’re determined to prevent drowning in our community.
Private lessons are available for members and non-members. Private lessons are half hour sessions. All private lessons are conducted in the recreation lane, so please look at the pool schedule for recreation lane availability. Due to the nature of pool space availability there is no guarantee your request for private lessons can be filled. To request private lessons, download the private swim lesson request form below and submit it to the Aquatics Department at the Chapel Hill branch.
Downloads:
Swim Lesson Brochure
Swim Lesson Registration Form
Private Swim Lesson Request Form
Fees: Varies
Registration:
Members: Tuesday, February 14
Program Participants: Tuesday, February 28
Lifeguard Training
The purpose of the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course is to provide entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel take over.
Ages: Must be 15 by the last day of class
Fees: $250 per person
Registration: Begins February 21
Class Dates:
Session 1: March 20 – March 25
Session 2: April 9 – April 15
Please read the attached information for class times, notes and prerequisites
Lifeguard Class Information
Red Cross Lifeguard Class fact sheet
Chapel Hill Y Swim Club
Our swim club emphasizes the enjoyment of swimming and the satisfaction that comes from doing your best. Improvement in stroke mechanics, sportsmanship and character are stressed as the most meaningful victories. Each swimmer is provided with the best program, in an effort to help the swimmer strive to reach their full potential. To learn more information about the Chapel Hill YMCA Swim Team please visit the swim team website by CLICKING HERE.
Downloads:
Swim Team Brochure
Contact Us
Chapel Hill-Carrboro YMCA
980 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
P. 919.442.9622
F. 919.942.0256
Hours of Operation
Mon – Fri: 5:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Sat: 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Sun: 1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
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