Aquatics
POOL SCHEDULES:
• SUMMER FREE SWIM SCHEDULE
• DON M SMITH BRANCH SCHEDULE
• ADULT AQUATICS CLASS SCHEDULE
Click here for Adult Aquatics Class Descriptions. Please note that due to pool space at our Don M Smith Branch, our Lap Swim & Water Aerobics classes are for Prattville only members.
Join us this summer for
FAMILY DIVE-IN MOVIE NIGHTS!
Bring your family and float around the pool while watching a movie on the big screen! Snacks & drinks available to purchase. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
Location: Bradford Branch Pool
Time: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Dates: Aug 1
Fee: Free to Members / $10 Non-Members
($30 family max)
Also... MOONLIGHT OPEN SWIM
Location: Bradford Branch Pool
Time: 8:00-10:00 PM
Dates: July 11
SUMMER SWIM LESSONS
The Y’s Youth Group swim lessons program is a developmental program that consists of five skill levels of Polliwog, Guppy, Minnow, Fish, and Flying Fish. Your child will learn personal safety, stroke development, water games, personal growth, and rescue skills. Youth swim lessons are offered year-round.
SUMMER TODDLER SWIM LESSONS
Days & Times:
Mon & Wed 11:35-11:55 AM
Tues & Thurs 5:30-5:50 PM
Session Dates: June 2-26 & July 7-31
Fee Per Session: $104 /$74 Prattville Y Members
SUMMER PRESCHOOL SWIM LESSONS
Ages: 3 - 5 years old
Session Dates:
June 2-12 • June 16-26 • July 7-17 • July 21-31
Fee Per Session: $104 /$74 Prattville Y Members
2 LOCATIONS TO CHOOSE FROM:
Don M. Smith Outdoor Pool (365-8852)
Days: Mon-Thurs
Times: 10:25-10:55 AM
11:00-11:30 AM
6:00-6:30 PM
6:35-7:05 PM
Bradford Branch Competition Pool (358-9622)
Days: Mon-Thurs
Times: 8:20-8:50 AM (YMCA child care only)
9:00-9:30 AM
SUMMER YOUTH SWIM LESSONS
Ages: 6- 12 years old
Session Dates:
June 2-12 • June 16-26 • July 7-17 • July 21-31
Fee Per Session: $104 /$74 Prattville Y Members
2 LOCATIONS TO CHOOSE FROM:
Don M. Smith Outdoor Pool (365-8852)
Days: Mon-Thurs
Times: 10:25-10:55 AM
11:00-11:30 AM
6:00-6:30 PM
6:35-7:05 PM
Bradford Branch Competition Pool (358-9622)
Days: Mon-Thurs
Times: 9:00-9:30 AM
๐โ๏ธ Fall Swim Programs at the Prattville YMCA
Whether your child is learning to swim, refining their strokes, or ready to dive into competitive swimming, we have a program to fit every skill level!
๐ถ PRESCHOOL & YOUTH SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
Small class size = more attention and quicker progress!
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Ages: 3–12
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Location: DMS Branch (600 East Main St.)
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Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
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Times: 4:00 PM • 4:30 PM • 5:00 PM • 5:30 PM
4-Week Sessions:
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Sept 2–25
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Sept 30–Oct 23
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Oct 28–Nov 20
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Feb 3–26 (no 5:00 PM or 5:30 PM slots)
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March 3–April 2 (no classes March 24–26)
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April 7–30
๐ฒ Fee: $119 / $77 for Prattville Y Members
๐ง 1-ON-1 PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
Personalized instruction for faster results.
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Ages: 3–12
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Location: DMS Branch
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Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
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Times: 6:00 PM OR 6:30 PM
4-Week Sessions:
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Sept 2–25
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Sept 30–Oct 23
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Oct 28–Nov 20
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March 3–April 2 (no classes March 24–26)
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April 7–30
๐ฒ Fee: $130 / $100 for Prattville Y Members
๐ฌ PREP-TEAM
An intermediate swim program for kids who can swim 25 yards and want to build endurance and technique—no meets, just fun! Must be approved to register.
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Ages: 6 & up
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Location: DMS Branch
3 Days a Week:
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Days: Mon, Wed, Fri • 5:30–6:00 PM
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Sessions:
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Sept 29–Oct 24
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Oct 27–Nov 21
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April 6–May 1
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๐ฒ Fee: $119 / $77 for Prattville Y Members
2 Days a Week:
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Days: Tues & Thurs • 4:30–5:00 PM
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Sessions:
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Feb 3–26
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March 3–April 2 (no classes March 24–26)
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๐ฒ Fee: $97 / $52 for Prattville Y Members
๐ Contact the DMS Member Services Desk at (334) 365-8852 for more information.
๐ PRATTVILLE SWIM LEAGUE (PSL)
Our Short Course Swim Team is a YMCA and USA Swimming-sanctioned team for swimmers ready to compete!
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๐ Registration Begins: August
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๐ New Swimmer Evaluations (Required):
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July 17 & 22 at City Pool — 8:00 AM or 5:00 PM
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August 12, 14, 19 & 21 at Bradford Branch Pool — 5:00–5:45 PM
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๐ Contact the DMS Member Services Desk at (334) 365-8852 for more information.
Team Unify website:
https://www.gomotionapp.com/team/ymca-0124/page/home
SECOND GRADE WATER SAFETY
The Y and the Autauga County Board of Education have partnered together to provide a week-long water safety class to every second grader in Autauga County. These children learn the basics of being safe in and around the water through classroom instruction and in-water activities.
Location: Bradford Branch
Call (334) 358-9622 for more information.
LIFEGUARD TRAINING
The YMCA offers American Red Cross Blended Learning trainings to all employees. These trainings consist of 6 hours of online training and 21.5 hours of intensive in-classroom and water training. To be eligible to complete training to become a certified Lifeguard:
1. Contact David Creamer at dcreamer@prattvilleymca.org to schedule a pre-requisite swim test. The swim test consists of a 150 yard continuous swim, 2 minutes of treading water, 50 yard continuous swim, and 10 pound brick retrieval from the deep end.
2. Complete the 8 hours of online pre-course work. We will provide you with a link to start your online training through the Red Cross website. You must complete it before your first class day.
3. Complete an in-person certification class:
- Dec 19-23 from 9 AM-4 PM
- March 23-27 from 9 AM-4 PM
- May 26-29 from 9 AM-4 PM
If you are a YMCA employee, we will pay for your training fees! Ask how you can become a YMCA employee to get your fees covered.
Fee: $250 Members/$300 Non-members