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.

New Class Alert!

16+ years old

12-Week Try Training Class

Registration Deadline: April 1

Conquer the TRY Knox County Triathlon! Train with the YMCA for the June 8th event at Gregg Park. We'll get you in top shape with swimming, biking, running, core, and strength training designed for all fitness levels. Men and women 16 years and older are welcome.

Start Date: March 18, End Date: June 7
Tuesdays & Thursdays from 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Saturday from 8:00am - 10:00am

Member Fees

$100

Non-member Fees

$175

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All Ages

Private Swim Lessons (Please call the Y to schedule)

For children and adults who want 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 6 months - 3 years

Parent & Child Lessons (April-September Only)

Only 10 spots available!

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.

April 29 - May 22 from 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Member Fees

$55

Non-member Fees

$75

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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

January 13 - February 5, 2025

February 17 - March 12, 2025

March 24 - April 16, 2025

April 28 - May 21, 2025

Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00 - 6:30pM

January 14 - February 6, 2025

February 18 - March 13, 2025

March 25 - April 17, 2025

April 29 - May 22, 2025

Saturdays 10:00 - 10:30am

January 18 - March 8, 2025

March 22 - May 10, 2025

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

Lifeguard Certification Classes

Includes Lifeguarding, CPR, AED, & First Aid

March 20-23, April 10-13, May 1-4, May 15-18, May 29-June 1

Certification Fee $200

Thursday 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Friday 5:00pm - 10:00pm

Saturday 9:00am - 5:00pm

Sunday 9:00am - 3:00pm

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.

Re-Certification Classes

April 26 & May 10

re-Certification Fee $125

8:00am - 5:00pm