Swim Aquatics

Did you know…

• The fist YMCA swimming pool was built in the Brooklyn YMCA in New York in 1885.
• Group-swimming lessons were first taught by George Corsan  in 1910 for the YMCA.  Teaching the crawl stroke first, contrary to the practice of the day, he laid the foundation for leveled swim instruction.
• In 1938, the new YMCA aquatics program was published.  Swimmers at varying degrees of ability were known as Minnows, Fish and Sharks and these titles are still used today.
• The Odessa Family Y opened its pool in August of 1968.  Throughout the upgrades over the years, the pool has not changed from its original design.

You can become part of the Aquatic tradition of the Odessa Family YMCA by registering for one of our Aquatic Programs today!

The Odessa Family YMCA is proud to offer swimming programs for all members of your family, for any age and ability level, from infants all the way to seniors!

All of the Odessa Family YMCA’s friendly and enthusiastic Aquatic Staff focus on safety, stroke development, and personal growth in each swim level.

In the Odessa Family YMCA Aquatics department you will find:

1. SWIM LESSONS FOR 6 MONTHS TO 4 YEARS OLD
2. SWIM LESSONS FOR 4 & 5 YEAR OLDS
3. SWIM LESSONS FOR 6 YEARS AND UP
   There is no better place to learn to swim than at the YMCA – Often referred to as “America’s Favorite Swim Instructor”!  YMCA swim lessons focus on the 5 key components of personal growth, personal safety, stroke development, water sports & games, and rescue.
4. PRIVATE SWIM LESSON
   Private swim lessons are for children and adults of all ages, at any ability level.  Participants get a one on one lesson with a qualified instructor.  Each participant works at their own pace.
5. LITTLE RASCALS AQUATIC CAMP
   Come have fun with us every Friday afternoon from 4 – 7 pm.  Sign up at the front desk.  This program offers the children a chance to come and play in the pool and make new friends in a supervised environment.
6. BIRTHDAY PARTIES
   Have your birthday party at The Odessa Family Y and leave the hassle and mess to us!
7. WATER FITNESS CLASSES
   Take to the water for fitness and fun!  The YMCA offers a variety of water fitness programs for all fitness levels and swim abilities.  You don’t have to be a swimmer to participate!  The programs vary from joint range of motion classes to high intensity aerobic classes.  Exercising in the water provides a challenging workout in a low-impact environment.
8. ATHRITIS PROGRAMS
   Anyone who experiences the inevitable aches and pains of arthritis will enjoy the many benefits of the water in the class or open exercise times.  Health professionals advise that regular exercise can help keep joints moving and protected against further damage, while enhancing overall flexibility and strength.
9. LAP SWIM
   Members can enjoy the invigorating work out of lap swimming.  Early morning, noon and evening times are available.
10. FAMILY/RECREATIONAL SWIM
    Open swim time for families and friends to play and enjoy some splash time together.  Scheduled times throughout the day and week.   You can swim year round in our indoor pool that is kept at 86 degree.