Time to Get Wet

Now is the best time to learn swimming skills that will last a lifetime. To sign up or for more information about swimming at the Y stop by the front desk or contact Tiffany Petts our Aquatics Director.

Ages 3-15

Kids Triathlon

Registration Begins: May 25, 2026
Registration Ends: July 8, 2026
Race Day: July 18, 2026 (1 hour)

3 Age Categories
25m Swim; 1/2 mi bike; 1/4 mi run
Gregg Park - Vincennes, IN

Family (ages 3-8): check in time 9am, start time 10am
Sprint (ages 9 -12): check in time 8am, start time 9am
Iron (ages 10-15): check in time 7am, start time 8am

Member & Non-member Fees

$25 for first child

Additional children

$20 each

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Ages 6 months - 3 years

Parent-Child Enrichment Class
Intro to Swimming

*Swim diapers recommended.

Prepare your child for swimming! This class focuses on water acclimation and swimming readiness skills for children aged 6 months to 3 years. Parents participate in fun songs and activities, fostering a strong bond and a love for the water.

Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00pm - 6:30pm

April 27 - May 20
June 1 - June 24
July 6 - July 29

Member Fees

$60

Non-member Fees

$80

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Ages 3 - 12

Splash Swim Lessons

Sessions meet on Monday - Thursday for two consecutive weeks. Lessons will be held in lap pool. Limited to 8 participants per session.

Monday - Thursday for 2 weeks

June 15 - 25 10am to 10:30am
June 29 - July 9 10:00am to 10:30am
July 13 - 23 10:00am to 10:30am

Member Fees

$65

Non-member Fees

$85

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All Ages

Private Swim Lessons (Please contact the Y to schedule)

For children and adults who want 30 minute one-on-one lessons to perfect a particular stroke or for the beginner who would feel more comfortable in a private lesson.

Member Fees

1 Person

1/2 hr: $17

2 Person

1/2 hr: $23

Non-member Fees

1 Person

1/2 hr: $23

2 Person

1/2 hr: $29

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Ages 3+

Youth Swim Lessons

Swim lessons at the Y teach children skills critical to water safety, social interaction, fun, and lifelong fitness. Participants move at their own pace building a sense of confidence and accomplishment as the progress. Swim lessons are broken up by skill age and level. Chose the days that work best for your: Mondays and Wednesdays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, or Saturdays.

Each session runs 4 weeks with 8 classes. Minimum enrollment of four required to run classes. There will be 8 children in each session, broke into two groups of 4 with an instructor for each group.

Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00 - 6:30pM

June 1 - 24, 2026

July 6 - 29, 2026

Aug 10 - Sept 2, 2026

Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00 - 6:30pM

June 2 - 25, 2026

July 7 - 30, 2026

Aug 11- Sept 3, 2026

Saturdays 10:00 - 10:30am

June 13 - Aug 15, 2026

Member Fees

$65

Non-member Fees

$85

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Ages 3-12

Splash Swim Lessons (April-September Only)

Get your kids ready for summer fun with swim lessons at the Y! Splash sessions run 2 weeks with 8 classes for the summer months.

Dates & Times Coming Soon!

Member Fees

$60

Non-member Fees

$80

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Ages 18+

Triathlon & Duathlon Training

Train at the Y for the Annual TRY Knox County Triathlon. Swimming biking, running, core and strength training for all fitness levels. Open to both men and women.

Mondays and Thursdays 5:30 - 7:00pm
Saturdays 8:00 - 10:00am

Member Fees

$100

Non-member Fees

$175

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All Ages

Water Safety & Rescue

At the Y, we teach water safety one lap at a time. Blended learning classes combines online learning with hands-on sessions.

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Water Fitness Classes

Free for Members | Non-members must purchase day pass

Try out our warm-water therapy pool for low-impact exercise. Our shallow water aerobic fitness classes promote cardiovascular health, muscle tone, endurance and flexibility without stress on the joints. Swimming skills are not necessary and classes run year-round.

Cardio Aquacise

Monday through Friday 10:00am - 10:45am

Tuesday and Thursday 5:00pm - 5:45pm

2026 Lifeguard Certification Classes

Includes Lifeguarding, CPR, AED, & First Aid

March 19 - 22, April 9 - 12, May 14 - 17, May 28 - 31, June 4 - 7

Certification Fee $200

Thursday 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Friday 5:00pm - 10:00pm

Saturday 9:00am - 5:00pm

Sunday 9:00am - 3:00pm

For ages 15+ years. Classes are blended learning classes. Which means, about two weeks to 10 days before the class begins, you'll receive an email from SalesForce with the online portion of the course. Please ensure you complete this online portion before the class starts.

$50 non-refundable deposit for cancellations is due before classes begin.

Questions? Contact Tiffany at the YMCA: tpetts@vincennesymca.org or 812-895-9622 ext.37

Re-Certification Classes

April 24 - 25, May 8 - 9

re-Certification Fee $125

Friday 5:00pm - 9:00pm

Saturday 9:00am - 3:00pm