Pool Schedules
The YMCA pool is currently open for lap swimming (by reservation), swim team, swim lessons, water group exercise, and family swim (including the family pool/zero-depth entry, diving board and Wibit).
The YMCA pool will close a half an hour before the YMCA building closes everyday. Monday thru Friday - 8:30 PM. Saturday and Sunday - 5:30 PM.
For swim lesson information, please visit:
If you have any questions, please contact Ashley Sparks at asparks@piedmontymca.org.
Make a Pool Reservation
- Reservations are recommended for lap swimming.
- Reservations open 48 hours in advance.
Pool guidelines:
- Equipment is available for lap swimmers ONLY (kickboards and pull buoys).
- Family changing rooms are available for restroom use & shower use.
- Family change rooms are cleaned and sanitized regularly.
- All pool reservations will open 48 hours prior to the reservation.
For lap swimming:
- All swimmers must share lanes and lane selection is done upon arrival.
- Reserved lanes may be used for lap swim, water walking, water jogging, or water exercise.
- Only one person per reservation is allowed. If two or more individuals would like to swim, all swimmers will need to make reservations for the same time.
- Lane reservations are recommended for guaranteed lap lane space. If you do not make a reservation, you may use the pool if there is space available after reservation start time.
Age Policy:
- Age 5 and under must have an adult in the water within arms reach
- Age 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult
- Age 10-12: Supervising adult must be in the building
- Age 16 and under must complete a swim test to enter water greater than 5 feet
Dress Policy:
- Non-Coast Guard Approved Flotation Devices are prohibited in our pools
- Full-Faced Snorkel Masks are prohibited in our pools
- No Cotton Clothing is allowed in our pools | Must be swimsuit material
- NO Street Clothes , NO Undergarments - Must Have Swim Apparel Over Top
- Mermaid Tails are strictly prohibited in our pools.
Training Policy:
ONLY YMCA Swim Instructors and Coaches are permitted to train in the facility. Outside training is strictly prohibited (this includes coaching, instruction and physical therapy).
If you have any questions, please contact the Aquatics Operations Director, Ashley Sparks at asparks@piedmontymca.org
Now Hiring Lifeguards & Instructors
About our Lifeguard, Swim Instructor opportunities (PDF) >
Lifeguard Certification & Review
Register for our American Red Cross blended learning courses. Certification requires seven hours of additional course work outside of class times. Upon successful completion, participants will receive an American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification including First Aid, CPR, and AED.
- AGE: Must be 15 by the last day of the course.
- PRE-SCREEN: 300 yard swim (freestyle, breaststroke), 2 minutes treading water (using only legs), 20 yard brick retrieval. Additional Class Details >
- WHEN:
- WHERE: Brooks Family YMCA, 151 McIntire Park Dr.
- FEE: $205 certification, $150 re-certification (FEES WAIVED for staff committed to work at the Piedmont Family YMCA, must pass interview prior to registration)
If you have any questions, please contact the Aquatics Programs Director, Michelle Cook at mcook@piedmontymca.org
Lifeguarding Instructor Course
The American Red Cross lifeguarding instructor course includes four practice-teaching assignments that will give you experience in presenting information in a lecture or guided discussion format, using audiovisual equipment, conducting land-based and in-water skill sessions and scenarios, evaluating performance and giving feedback.
- AGE: Must be 17 by the last day of the course.
- PREREQUISITES: Must possess a current basic-level certifcation in Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED
- WHEN: Particpants must attend all three sessions of the course listed below
- WHERE: Brooks Family YMCA, 151 McIntire Park Dr.
- FEE: $300
If you have any questions, please contact the Aquatics Programs Director, Michelle Cook at mcook@piedmontymca.org
