*See pool access age requirements below schedule.

Pool Activity Reservations

• Children ages 4 & under, as well as older children who are unable to complete a swim test, MUST be accompanied IN THE WATER by an adult (18+) within arms reach at all times. Reservation encouraged but not required.
• Children ages 5 & 6 who can pass a swim test MUST be supervised IN THE POOL AREA by an adult (18+). Reservation encouraged but not required.
• Children ages 7 and older may swim without an adult in the pool area upon successful completion of the swim test. Reservation encouraged but not required.
• Valley Y water slide: Children must be at least 48″ tall. Parents may not accompany a child on the slide.
• North Y Lazy River: Children must be at least 48″ tall or pass a swim test to enter the Lazy River without an adult.

Winter 2023 Swim Lesson Schedule Overview

2023 Group Swim Lesson Schedules

• Central Y
  • February session 2/6 – 3/4
  • March session 3/6 – 4/1 (schedule TBA)
• North Y
  • February session 2/6 – 3/4 (schedule TBA)
  • March session 3/6 – 4/1 (schedule TBA)
• Valley Y
  • February session 2/6 – 3/4
  • March session 3/6 – 4/1
• Litehouse Y
  • February session 2/6 – 3/4
  • March session 3/6 – 4/1

Group Swim Lesson Registration

Group Swim Lesson Levels/Stages Overview For more details on swim lesson levels see our Aquatics Program page

Private Swim Lessons:

Private lessons are a great option for swimmers looking to catch up or get ahead. These lessons give you individualized attention to help improve or master swimming skills. You set the agenda by working with the instructor to determine goals. The curriculum is customized to meet these goals. Please note, that there may be a waitlist for private lessons. Contact your YMCA’s Branch Aquatics Department for more information 509 777 9622.

Spokane Branches schedule & registration:

• Central Y
• North Y 
• Valley Y

Adaptive Private Swim Lessons:

Adaptive private swimming lessons are designed specifically to create a positive swimming experience for participants with disabilities including autism spectrum disorders, sensory processing disorders, motor coordination issues, and general anxiety of water.

Schedule & registration:

• Central Spokane Y
• Litehouse Y (Sandpoint, ID)

2023 Swim Team Schedules

• Litehouse YMCA Sandpoint Sharks (Novice & Competitive):
  • Pink Squad: Mon & Wed 4 – 5pm
  • White Squad: Tue & Thu 4 – 5pm & Friday 3 – 5pm
  • Purple Squad: Mon – Thu  5 – 6:30pm & Friday 3 – 5pm
  • Black Squad: Mon – Thu  5 – 6:30pm & Friday 3 – 5pm
  • See session dates & fee information

• Central YMCA (Novice):
  • Beginner: Mon & Wed or Tue & Thu 4:45 – 5:30pm
  • Intermediate: Mon & Wed or Tue & Thu 5:30 – 6:30pm
  • Advanced: Mon & Wed or Tue & Thu 6:30 – 7:30pm

• North YMCA (Novice):
  • Beginner: Mon & Wed 5:30 – 6pm
  • Intermediate: Tue & Thu 5:15 – 6pm
  • Advanced: Tue & Thu 6 – 7pm

• Valley YMCA (Novice):
  • Beginner: Mon & Wed 6:30 – 7:15pm
  • Advanced: Tue & Thu 6:30 – 7:30pm

Water exercise classes fit a variety of age groups and skill levels – we have a class for you!

Water Exercise classes require a reservation at our Spokane locations. Reservations are made through your MotionVibe account.

Water Exercise Schedule & Reservations

See training or recertification schedule for pre-requisites and course details:

• Spokane Branches: Winter 2023 Lifeguard Training Class Schedule
• Spokane-Branches: Winter 2023 Lifeguard Recertification Class Schedule
• Sandpoint, ID Litehouse Y: Winter 2023 Lifeguard Shallow Water Training Class Schedule

Lazy River – North YMCA

Slide – Valley YMCA

Kids Wading Pool Play Structure – Central YMCA

Warm Water Pool – Central YMCA

Recreation Pools:
North YMCA
Valley YMCA

Lap Pools:
Central YMCA
North YMCA
Valley YMCA
Litehouse YMCA

Sauna:
Central YMCA
North YMCA
South YMCA
Valley YMCA
Litehouse YMCA

Steam Room:
Central YMCA
Litehouse YMCA

Jacuzzi:
Central YMCA
North YMCA
Valley YMCA
Litehouse YMCA