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: June 27 & Aug 1
Fee: Free to Members / $10 Non-Members
($30 family max)
Also... MOONLIGHT FREE SWIM
Location: Bradford Branch Pool
Time: 8:00-10:00 PM
Dates: May 30 • June 13 • July 11
PRATTVILLE SWIM LEAGUE
The YMCA and the Prattville Parks and Recreation Department have combined their efforts to offer our community the best summer competitive swim program in the state. PSL is a YMCA/ARPA/USA Swimming team. Come join the YMCA and Parks & Rec for a summer of fun in the sun!
Registration: Begins April 15 at the Don M. Smith Branch
Begins: May 12
Location: Prattville City Pool
For more information, contact the Don M. Smith Member Services’ Desk at 365-8852 or visit our Team Unify website:
https://www.gomotionapp.com/team/ymca-0124/page/home
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.
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
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
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
PREP-TEAM CLINIC
Prep-Team at the Y is a clinic to prepare young/new swimmers for summer swimming. Though not a prerequisite, normally these swimmers have been through intermediate level swimming classes. The swimmer should be comfortable swimming unassisted in both deep and shallow water. The goal of the Prep-Team Clinic is to prepare for summer swim team. We will work on Freestyle and Backstroke with a few extra swim tips thrown in!
Returning Prep-Team
• Mon, Wed & Fri
• 5:00-5:30 PM
• Mon, Wed & Fri
• 5:30-6:00 PM
3 Saturdays: April 5, May 10, June 7
Begins at 9:00 AM each Saturday
Prattville YMCA Don M. Smith Branch, 600 East Main St.
Each Saturday will be one hour that will include:
20 minutes swim (DMS Indoor Pool)
20 minutes bike (on a trainer on the outside deck)
20 minutes run (on outdoor track)
Fee each Saturday:
$40 / $30 Prattville Y Members
Register today online or at the Don M. Smith Branch. Email Martie for more information: mbrown@prattvilleymca.org
ADULT SWIM LESSONS
Work on your swim strokes, have fun in the water, and get ready for Prep-team!
Location: Don M. Smith Indoor Pool
Days & Times: Tuesday & Thursday
7:00 pm - 7:40 pm
Session Dates: Jan 7-30
Feb 4-27
Mar 4-April 3 (no classes March 24-28)
Apr 8-May 1
Cost per Month: $102 | $72 Prattville Y Members
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:
• May 27-30 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