Fall Session: September 5 - October 7, 2023
Registration Members: Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Non-member Registration: Monday, August 14th at 8:00 am
Fall Session: October 9 - November 11, 2023
Registration Members: Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Non-member Registration: Monday, October 2nd 8:00 am
Member Early Registration: Monday, September 25, 2023. (Progressive Swim, Progressive Gymnastics and Tiny Tumblers. Must register for exact same class/time as current session.)
Policy Reminder: NOTE: It is required that children 9 and under be accompanied by an adult at all times while at our YMCA and during Open Swim times. Children 9 and under must be accompanied to and from programs/classes by a parent/guardian. No Front Entry drop-off or pick-up.
Definitions of Swim
Pool Rules
YMCA Stages of Swimming Parent Handbook
Swimming & Climbing Waiver
Held in our indoor pool, REAX rafting combines popular land workout formats like HIIT, Yoga and Functional Fitness moves with the instability of the raft on the water to provide an efficient core, strength, and FUN workout! Class size limited to 8. Register early to reserve your raft!
**REGISTRATION SUMMER 2023:
New registration process for Summer REAXraft: Participants will register and pay for attending that day's class. Registration will open at 5:00 am on the day of the class (Tues/Thur). Register and pay online, phone, or in-house. First come, first serve. NO refunds once registered.
Instructor: Jill Hunter
Days | Time | Fees |
SUMMER: | ||
Tuesday, Thursday | 6:00 - 6:45 pm | $3/class members / $6/class non-members (See registration above) |
FALL: | ||
Monday | 7:00 - 7:45 pm | $12 members / $25 non-members (5-week session of classes) |
An exercise class with a music background performed in the shallow end of the pool. This class consists of aerobic movements and muscle toning. Some equipment is used such as hand weights, noodles, kickboards, and hand paddles, etc.
Instructors: Kathy Bimber (AM classes M,W,F), Pam Nasman (AM classes T,TH) Barb McCullough (PM classes)
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Days | Time | Fees |
Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 9:00 - 10:00 am | $15 members / $45 non-members (5 week session) |
Tuesday, Thursday | 9:00 - 10:00 am | $12 members / $40 non-members |
Tuesday, Thursday | 7:30 - 8:30 pm | $12 members / $40 non-members |
This class is for those suffering from arthritis, muscle ailments, or back problems. A certified instructor takes the class through a series of slow, gentle exercises in the water with a concentration on range of motion exercises. Participants do not need to know how to swim, as all exercises are performed in the shallow end of the pool. The hydraulic chair lift and portable steps are available for those who need help in or out of the pool. Held 2x per week on Monday and Wednesday.
Instructor: Kathy Bimber
Days | Time | Fees |
Monday, Wednesday | 1:00 - 1:45 pm | $11 members / $30 non-members (5 week session) |
This class is performed in the deep end of the pool. All participants wear water belts. A great total body workout.
Instructor: Barb Luce
Days | Time | Fees |
Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 9:00 - 10:00 am | $15 members / $45 non-members (5 week session) |
Adult swim lessons can teach you to swim, improve your stroke technique and, more important, teach you to perform basic water safety skills. Ages 14 & up.
Instructor: Pam Nasman
Days | Time | Fees |
M/W/F | 8:00 - 9:00 am | $25 members / $50 non-members (5 week session) |
Monday | 7:00 - 8:00 pm | $16 members / $32 non-members (5 week session) |
Tuesday, Thursday | 8:00 - 9:00 am | $20 members / $40 non-members (5 week session) |
Introduction to Competitive Diving is a 5-week course designed to familiarize new divers with the 5 basic positions for 1-meter springboard diving. Participants will learn how to safely execute all the same dives they see in High School, College, and Olympic athletes. It is recommended to have a background in aerial sports (gymnastics, cheer, etc.), but is not required. This course will involve both dry land exercises and pool work. Participants will be combined grade levels 5th -12th.
Students MUST have attained Stage 4 of YMCA Progressive Swim Level. A minimum of 4 divers are needed to run this program. Brandon Gregg, WAHS Diving Coach, will lead this program. Swim waiver is required prior to registration.
Sessions:
September 9th thru October 7th
October 14th thru November 4th (4-week session. Cost is prorated)
Days: Saturday
Time:
Grades 5th-12th: 9:00-10:00 am
Registration:
Sept/Oct Session: Aug. 9th Members / Aug. 14th Non-members
Oct/ Nov Session: Sept. 27th Members / Oct 2nd Non-members
Cost:
$20.00 YMCA Members
$40.00 Non-Members
Instructors:
Brandon Gregg, WAHS Diving Coach
(FOR COMPLETE SWIM TEAM DETAILS...SEE 'YOUTH DEVELOPMENT' - 'SWIM TEAM' TAB AT TOP OF PAGE)
A competitive swim team for boys and girls ages 6-18. Major emphasis is on stroke development, teamwork, and the development of the YMCA's four core values. Participants must be able to swim the length of the pool without stopping, using the crawl stroke. Must be a YMCA member to register. See "Swim Team" tab for complete program details. Registration begins August 9, 2023. All swimmers (parents) must complete a 2023-24 Swim Team Emergency Form at the Front Welcome Desk.
Fees:
Days: Practices are Monday-Thursday beginning September 11, 2023. Meets are on Saturdays throughout the season. (Season runs September - March)
Registration: Opens August 9, 2023. Must register at the Y Front Desk due to the required Parent Consent Form.
Contact: Email Dani Mumford, Aquatics Director at dani@warrenymca.org
For anyone with a physical or mental handicap. This program run by the YMCA and the Don Mills Achievement Center is held on Friday evenings from 6:00 - 7:00 pm September through mid-May each year. Swim time is split between lessons and fun swim. Karen Lyle is the coordinator. Volunteers are always needed to help. The YMCA ADA /Family Locker Room is available for those needing assistance.
** For more information on this program or to register/volunteer, contact the Don Mills Achievement Center at 723-5730.
Day | Times | Fees |
Friday | 6:00 - 7:00 pm | FREE for anyone eligible |
Held Sunday afternoons from 2:00-4:00 pm from November through May. See 'Youth Development' tab for B-day party link for available dates and detail.
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience being a Mermaid! Certified instructor, Jill Hunter will teach swimmers how to swim like a mermaid, complete an obstacle course and pose for an underwater photo shoot. Cost of class includes the rental of a mermaid tail, mono-fin and a photo shoot in and above water. Participants will safely be taught how to use a mermaid tail, dive for treasure, blow bubble kisses, dive and roll.
(Must be able to swim the length of the pool, tread water for 1 minute and float on back. Level 3-4 of Progressive Swim Lessons qualify. Ages 6 & up. Swim waiver required. )
Cost: $60.00 for 1.5-hour session/per person
Registration: Please email Dani Mumford at dani@warrenymca.org if interested in scheduling a Mermaid Swim Session/Birthday Party.
Ages: 6 & up
Instructor: Jill Hunter
We are hiring lifeguards - get your certification and apply for a position as a Warren YMCA lifeguard!
This program is for anyone age 16 and older. Participants must be able to do the following swimming skills in order to pass the water pre-test: front crawl stroke, breaststroke, sidestroke, elementary backstroke, front dive, surface dive to bottom at 12 feet and retrieve an object, treading water and underwater swimming.
The course consists of ASHI Basic Life Support, ASHI Emergency Oxygen Administration, ASHI First Aid, YMCA Lifeguard e-lessons, and the YMCA Lifeguard course. After successfully completing all these, the participant is qualified for a lifeguard position anywhere in the United States.
**Begins with a water pre-test on Monday, October 9th from 6:00-7:00 pm. After successful completion of water pre-test, classes will be held on Monday/Thursday evenings beginning Thursday, October 12, 2023 thru November (5 weeks).
If interested, please contact Dani Mumford by emailing dani@warrenymca.org or call 726-0110, ext. 116.
Financial assistance and/or payment plan options are available. Contact Dani for more information.
*Complete the YMCA "Junior" Lifeguard Course and receive 20% discount off cost. Complete an additional 30 volunteer hours in the aquatics department and receive 30% discount off cost.
Days | Time | Fee |
Mondays/Thursdays | evenings | $180 members / $210 non-members |
*Water pre-test: Monday, Oct. 9th | 6:00-7:00 pm |
The Warren County YMCA manages the outdoor Warren Municipal Pool located at 7 Pool Street, Warren, Pa. Season pass applications are available to purchase directly through the City of Warren at the Tax Office at the Municipal Building, 318 W. Third Avenue, Warren, Pa. You may also download the application, check fees, and read pool rules and regulations by clicking links below or at http://www.cityofwarrenpa.gov . Forms are also available at the YMCA Front Welcome Desk.
Please direct pool pass and gate fee questions to Larina Zimmerman at the City of Warren 814-723-6300, ext. 110.
Hours of Operation 2023:
CLOSED FOR 2023. Thank you for a successfull season. See you in 2024!!
Private Party Reservations
The Outdoor Municipal Pool is a great place to hold a birthday party! Parties may be scheduled AFTER HOURS from 6:00-8:00 pm.
To book a party, please email carpool@warrenymca.org with your party date inquiry. Parties MUST be reserved in advance.
Private Party Fees:
Private Party Contract:
After scheduling your party through the Aquatics Department at the Warren YMCA, the Party Contract must be completed and turned into the City Municipal Office with payment.
The private party form is available at the YMCA Front Desk or download here: Private Party Contract
*For event details see the Warren City Car Pool Facebook page.
Please email Dani Mumford, Aquatics Director at dani@warrenymca.org with any questions/comments.