Swimming is a life skill as well as great exercise and a challenging sport. The Y offers swim lessons (for all ages), family swim, competitive swimming and diving teams, and many kinds of adaptive swim programs for kids with special needs, so we can all safely enjoy the pleasures of an aquatic environment.
A study from the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development has found that when kids between 1 and 4 take formal swimming lessons their risk of drowning decreases significantly. "It is recommended to find an instructor who is certified by a national swim program such as the American Red Cross's or the YMCA's." - Parenting Magazine August 2009
Pool & Swim lessons
To see the registration form and details, please click on the desired session.
| Swim Lesson Sessions | Program Dates | Registration Dates | No Classes | Days Meet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winter 1 Session | Jan. 12th - Feb. 16th | Nov. 19th - Jan. 6th | Saturdays ONLY | |
| Winter 2 Session | Mar. 5th - Apr. 13th | Jan. 7th - Mar. 3rd | Tues, Thurs, Sat | |
| Spring Session | Apr. 23rd - Jun. 1st | Mar. 4th - Apr. 20th | Tues, Thurs, Sat | |
| Summer 1 Session | Jun. 17th - Jun. 27th | Apr. 22nd - Jun. 13th | Mon-Thurs | |
| Summer 2 Session | Jul. 8th - Jul. 18th | Jun. 14th - Jul. 7th | Mon-Thurs | |
| Summer 3 Session | Jul. 22nd - Aug. 1st | Jul. 8th - Jul. 21st | Mon-Thurs | |
| Summer 4 Session | Aug. 5th - Aug. 15th | Jul. 22nd - Aug. 4th | Mon-Thurs | |
| Fall 1 Session | Sept. 10th – Oct. 19th | Aug 5th – Sept. 8th | September 3rd | Tues, Thurs, Sat |
| Fall 2 Session | Oct. 26th - Dec. 7th | Sept. 9th - Oct. 20th | November 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 23rd | Saturday |
To see the registration form and details, please click on the desired session.
| Swim Lesson Sessions | Program Dates | Registration Dates | No Classes | Days Meet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winter 1 Session | Jan. 6th - Feb. 15th | Nov. 18th - Jan. 5th | Mon-Thurs, or Sat | |
| Winter 2 Session | Feb. 24th - Apr. 4th | Jan. 5th - Feb. 23rd | Mon-Thurs, or Sat | |
| Spring Mini | Apr. 6th - Apr. 9th | Feb. 23rd - Apr. 5th | Mon-Thurs | |
| Spring Session | Apr. 20th - Jun. 1st | Feb. 23rd - Apr. 19th | May 25th | Mon-Thurs, or Sat |
| Summer 1 Session | Jun. 8th - Jun. 18th | Apr. 19th - Jun. 7th | Mon-Thurs | |
| Summer 2 Session | Jun. 22nd - Jul. 2nd | Jun. 7th - Jun. 21st | Mon-Thurs | |
| Summer 3 Session | Jul. 13th - Jul. 23rd | Jun. 21st - Jul. 12th | Mon-Thurs | |
| Summer 4 Session | Jul. 27th - Aug. 6th | Jul. 12th - Jul. 26th | Mon-Thurs | |
| Fall 1 Session | Aug. 24th – Oct. 3rd | Jul. 26th – Aug. 23rd | September 7th | Mon-Thurs, or Sat |
| Fall 2 Session | Oct. 12th - Nov. 19th | Aug. 23rd - Oct. 11th | Mon-Thurs, or Sat | |
| Fall Mini | Nov. 30th - Dec. 10th | Oct. 11th - Nov. 29th | Mon & Wed, Tues & Thurs |
Looking for Private Swimming Lessons?
Indoor Pool Operating Hours
Monday-Thursday: 5:00am-8:30pm
Friday: 5:00am-7:30pm
Saturday: 8:00am-4:30pm
Sunday: 1:00pm-4:30pm
The safety of our members and guests is very important to us! Please click here to read what flotation devices are permitted in our YMCA Pools
Looking for Family Swim or Lap Swim times? Click here for the Hickory Foundation YMCA Indoor Pool Schedule. Or here for the Adrian. Shuford, Jr. YMCA Pool Schedule.
Lifeguard Certification
Become a Professional Rescuer with certification training for Lifeguard, BLS (CPR Pro), First Aid and/or Emergency Oxygen. The YMCA of Catawba Valley offers certification classes throughout the year at both YMCA locations. Click on the desired session and location in the grid below for registration information.
| Registration Dates | Class Week | Time | Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan. 6th - Feb. 2nd | Feb 10th - Feb 16th | Mon, Tue, Fri | 5:30pm - 8:30pm Saturday | 5:30pm - 8:30pm Sunday | 5:30pm - 8:30pm |
Hickory Foundation Branch C.O. Miller Teen Center | Rachel Heck, Hickory Foundation Branch [email protected] |
| Mon, Jan. 21st - Sun, Mar. 3rd | Friday, March 8 Saturday, March 9 Sunday, March 10 |
5:00P-8:30P 9:00A-4:30P 10:00A-4:30P |
Adrian L. Shuford Jr. Branch Community Center | Rachel Heck, Hickory Foundation Branch [email protected] |
| Mon, Mar. 4th - Sun, Mar. 31st | Friday, April 5 Saturday, April 6 Sunday, April 7 |
5:00P-8:30P 9:00A-4:30P 10:00A-4:30P |
Hickory Foundation Branch C.O. Miller Teen Center | Rachel Heck, Hickory Foundation Branch [email protected] | Mon, Mar. 4th - Sun, Apr. 12th | Friday, April 12 Saturday, April 23 Sunday, April 14 |
5:00P-8:30P 9:00A-4:30P 10:00A-4:30P |
Adrian L. Shuford Jr. Branch Community Center | Rachel Heck, Hickory Foundation Branch [email protected] |
| Mon, Apr. 8th - Sun, Apr. 28th | Friday, May 3 Saturday, May 4 Sunday, May 5 |
5:00P-8:30P 9:00A-4:30P 10:00A-4:30P |
Hickory Foundation Branch C.O. Miller Teen Center | Rachel Heck, Hickory Foundation Branch [email protected] |
| Mon, Apr. 8th - Sun, May 12th | Friday, May 17 Saturday, May 18 Sunday, May 19 |
5:00P-8:30P 9:00A-4:30P 10:00A-4:30P |
Adrian L. Shuford Jr. Branch Community Center | Rachel Heck, Hickory Foundation Branch [email protected] |
| Mon, May 13th - Sun, May 26th | Friday, May 31 Saturday, June 1 Sunday, June 2 |
5:00P-8:30P 9:00A-4:30P 10:00A-4:30P |
Hickory Foundation Branch C.O. Miller Teen Center | Rachel Heck, Hickory Foundation Branch [email protected] |
| Mon, May 27th - Sun, Jun. 2nd | Friday, June 7 Saturday, June 8 Sunday, June 9 |
5:00P-8:30P 9:00A-4:30P 10:00A-4:30P |
Adrian L. Shuford Jr. Branch Community Center | Rachel Heck, Hickory Foundation Branch [email protected] |
| Mon, Jun. 3rd - Sun, Jun. 16th | Monday, June 24 Thursday, June 27 |
10:00A-4:30P | Adrian L. Shuford Jr. Branch Community Center | Rachel Heck, Hickory Foundation Branch [email protected] |
| Mon, Jul. 1st - Sun, Sep. 29th | Friday, October 4 Saturday, October 5 Sunday, October 6 |
5:00P-8:30P 9:00A-4:30P 10:00A-4:30P |
Hickory Foundation Branch C.O. Miller Teen Center | Rachel Heck, Hickory Foundation Branch [email protected] |
| Mon, Sep. 30th - Sun, Dec. 8th | Friday, December 13 Saturday, December 14 Sunday, December 15 |
5:00P-8:30P 9:00A-4:30P 10:00A-4:30P |
Adrian L. Shuford Jr. Branch Community Center | Rachel Heck, Hickory Foundation Branch [email protected] |
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Master Adult Swim
The Master Adult Swim is for adults 18 years of age and older. This is for the experienced swimmer, and is available to help the swimmer improve stroke technique, endurance and speed.
Location: Hickory Foundation YMCA
- Monday, Wednesday and Friday - 5:30-6:45am (Technique drills and workout sets)
- Tuesday and Thursday - 6:30-7:30am (Technique, Teaching, Evaluation practices), 9:00-10:00am, 12:00-1:00pm (Technique drills and workout sets)
- Saturday - 6:45-8:00am (Drill and longer swim sets)
For more information contact Rob Scott at (828)320-8620
YMCA Seahorse Swim Team
The Swim team is here for your child's next step in swimming progressions. From the novice swimmer to the national champion, YSST has a spot for you. The goal of the team is to maximize individual potential and to promote swimming in the community at all levels. A FREE two week trial is offered all year round to interested participants. Contact Head Coach, Jon Jolley or visit their website www.swimysst.com for more information.
Pool Parties
Let us Provide the Place and do some of the work for you! Reserve a date for a pool party or special event.
Indoor Pool Days and Times
Saturday: 1:30pm-3:30pm
Sunday: 1:30pm-3:30pm
Pricing Information
A person may rent the pool in two-hour blocks. The fee per block is as follows: Member / Non-Member
Indoor Pool Party $100.00 / $150.00
Outdoor Pool Party $125.00 / $175.00
Toddler Park Party $100.00 / $150.00
Only youth ages 11 and under are allowed on the island.
Number of Guests
Up to 20 guests are included. If the party is for children we only count the children as part of the 20 guests. Parties are encouraged to bring 4 or 5 adults to help supervise. If the party is adults then they count as part of the 20 guests. For parties with more than 20 guests there is a $2.00 per person additional fee.
Cancellations
The pool rental times are in great demand. Cancellations made more than one week prior to the rental date will be refunded 100% of the rental price. Cancellations made one week to 24 hours prior to the rental date will be refunded 50% of the rental price. Cancellations made within 24 hours prior to the rental time will not be refunded. There will be a $50 deposit to reserve party spot, which is applied to party total. Remaining amount is due the day of party
