pelham YMCa swimming pools
Pelham features an outdoor recreational pool with a zero entry beach area, an outdoor baby pool, an indoor lap pool, whirlpool, sauna, steam room and an indoor therapy pool for class use.
Our indoor pool, sauna, steam room, and whirlpool are open Monday - Friday 5am - 8:45pm, Saturdays 8am - 5:45pm and Sundays 1pm - 5:45pm.
Our outdoor pools will be closing for the season after Sunday, October 2nd.
BIRMINGHAM YMCA SWIM TEST
It is the goal of the Birmingham YMCA to make sure that everyone who participates in our aquatics programing is safe. These Swim test guidelines are one way to help ensure our goal is met. All swim tests are conducted by the certified lifeguard on duty.
The participant must jump into the deep end of the pool, tread water for 30 seconds and swim on top of the water approximately 25 yards without stopping or touching bottom/sides of pool.
If the participant passes the test, he or she will receive a green wristband and may swim free in the pool.
If the participant does not pass the test or does not want to take the test, he or she will receive a red wristband and will need to do one of the following: the participant must wear a life jacket; or if no life jacket is worn, an adult 18 or older must be in the pool with the participant no more than an arm's length away.
All participants under 14 must follow these guidelines.
***Please note- it is the Birmingham YMCA Association's policy to only allow coastguard approved flotation devices in the pool. No inflatables of any kind allowed.
email aquatics director Leah Turner at lturner@ymcabham.org for more information.
Swim Lessons for all
Lessons are offered year round, so while summer is over, lessons are not.
Pelham YMCA offers swim lessons for all ages and abilities. Whether your child is just learning the basics, is an expert swimmer looking for a competivie edge, or you just want them to maintain the skills they aquired over the summer, we have the lessons for them! And lessons aren't just for the kids anymore. Swimming provides an excellcent low impact workout for adults, so let us get you where you want to be!
Group Swim Lessons
Group Lessons are for ages 3-11 years. Group consist of 3-5 persons depending on skill level and you recieve 8/ 40 minute classes. Each month begins a new session, so hurry and sign up today!
Cost $60 YMCA Members | $100 Program Participants
Afternoon SESSION DATES:
July 7th - July 27th (there will be a make-up class for July 4th)
August 1st - August 24th
September 5th - September 28th
October 3rd - October 26th
Weekday Classes (Tuesday / Thursday Only)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: The last Thursday before any session starts.
PRESCHOOL PROGRAM (AGES 3-5):
1-Water Acclimation and 2-Water Movement 4:40pm - 5:20pm (formerly Pike and Eel)
3-Water Stamina 5:30pm - 6:10pm (formerly Ray)
YOUTH PROGRAM (AGES 6 - 11):
1-Water Acclimation/2-Water Movement 5:30pm - 6:10pm (formerly Polliwog)
3-Water Stamina and 4-Stroke Introduction 6:20pm - 7:00pm (formerly Guppy and Minnow)
morning session dates:
July 10th - July 20th
July 24th - August 3rd
Weekday Classes (Monday - Thursday)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: The last Thursday before any session starts.
PRESCHOOL PROGRAM (AGES 3-5):
1-Water Acclimation and 2-Water Movement 9:00am - 9:40am
YOUTH PROGRAM (AGES 6 & OLDER):
1-Water Acclimation and 2-Water Movement 9:50am - 10:30am
**Makeup Lessons**
Makeup lessons for group will be done on Fridays of the week that they are canceled. The YMCA reserves the right to cancel a class due to weather or pool issues. Makeup lessons will not be rescheduled due to participant absence.
Parent/Child Lessons
Parent/Child swim lessons are for children age 6 months - 2 years. This is the perfect introduction to the water for your child and it teaches parents valuable skills on how to make the water a safe and fun place for your little one. You receive 4/ 30 minute classes.
session dates:
July 5th-July 26th
Weekday Classes (Wednesdays ONLY) 5:00pm-5:30pm
Private Lessons
You will receive 6/ 30 minutes sessions with a certified swim lesson instructor. And now we're offering them at your convenience! Don't forget that these lessons aren't just for kids, but great for people of all ages.
The Aquatics Department will contact you to set up a start date and time. It takes approximately 7-10 days to begin lessons once registered.
Cost $100 YMCA Members | $145 Program Participants
Semi-Private Lessons
These lessons are ideal for 2 to 3 swimmers who swim at the same level. You will need to register with the other swimmer in your group. The Aquatic Department will contact you to confirm start time and date, once all parties in lesson are registered. You will receive 6/ 30 minutes sessions with a certified swim lesson instructor.
Cost $75 YMCA Members | $113 Program Participants
please click here to register for swim lessons.
questions? contact our swim lesson coordinator, autumn brown at abrown@ymcabham.org.
Group lesson updates
level descriptions:
In an effort to streamline swim lessons association wide, our group lessons are getting new names. Below you will find descriptions for our classes to help determine the appropriate level for your child to best suit their needs and ability. Still have questions? Not a problem. Contact our Aquatics Director HERE.
Parent/Child
(9-36 MONTHS) offered seasonally June-August
In class: Introduces infants and toddlers to the aquatic environment. We will introduce basic water safety to parents and provide a positive family aquatic experience. This class focuses on exploring body positions in the water, blowing bubbles, and fundamental safety and aquatic skills. We will encourage children to move purposefully in the water.
PRESCHOOL (3-5 YRS) & YOUTH (6-11 YRS)
LEVEL 1 (Beginners with no experience)
Skills Required: None
In class: Work on increased comfort with underwater exploration and introduces basic self-rescue skills performed with assistance. In class: will learn to blow bubbles, put face in water, proper kicking, paddling, front and back floats with use of flotation devices.
LEVEL 2 (Beginner - Beginner Intermediate)
Skills required: This class is for swimmers who can jump in on their own and swim 10 feet assisted.
In class: encourages forward movement in the water and basic self-rescue skills performed independently. During class will work on unassisted front and back glides and floats, treading water, rolling from front to back and back to front in the water.
LEVEL 3 (Intermediate)
Skills required: This is for swimmers who can jump in on their own and swim 5-10 yards unassisted.
In class: Develops intermediate self-rescue skills performed at longer distances than in previous levels. During class will work on swimming on front and back, and treading water.
LEVEL 4 (Advanced - Introduction to Swim Team) available upon request
Skills required: For swimmers who can already swim on front and back for 15-25 yards unassisted.
In class: Introduces basic stroke technique in freestyle and backstroke and reinforces water safety through treading water and elementary backstroke. In class will work on all competitive stroke and rescue strokes.
Please click HERE to register for swim lessons online.
For information regarding our group lessons, please contact our Swim Lesson Coordinator Autumn Brown at abrown@ymcabham.org
summer 2017: may 22nd - august 5th
Registration begins: may 1st
Please scroll down for information on our Fall 2017 Session
Pelham YMCA offers a year round swim team for all ages. Swimming is a great sport to build endurance, have fun and perfect swimming skills. The only prerequisite is that swimmers are 5 years of age and must be able to swim the length of the pool unassisted. Our swimmers do participate in meets that will vary in date, times and additional cost.
Practice Times
Practices: Monday-Fridays
Meet Schedule: TBA
SuperSquad/Copper | 7a-8a
Bronze | 7a-8a
Silver | 8a-9a
Gold | 7a-9a
Cost
$265/Member
$323/Program Participant
The registration fee and either the first month's payment or payment in full are due at the time of registration.
Please note the following: Program fees do not include meet entry fees. A non-refundable registration fee is required at the time of registration and is NOT included in the total program fee listed above. The registration fee covers the cost membership with USA Swimming, a team cap, team t-shirts, and various administrative costs. Financial assistance is available for program fees.
PRACTICE SCHEDULE
Practice is offered five days a week for all ages. However, participants are not required to attend all five days if their schedule does not permit. Practices are not mandatory and your swimmer will never be penalized for missing a practice. We completely understand that this is summer league swimming and everyone takes vacations, goes to camps, and participates in other sports during the summer.
Practice time is determined by placment/evaluations
MEET SCHEDULE
Our meet schedule is determined by the Jefferson Shelby Swim Council. The meet schedule for summer 2017 has not been released yet, but will be posted as soon as it is made available. That being said, dual meets are usually held on Tuesday evenings in June & July. Participation in meets is optional, but encouraged!
Not sure which group to sign your swimmer up for?
Swimmers new to the team will need to be evaluated for proper placement. All current swimmers will be notified the last week of practice if they are moving up a level. Contact lturner@ymcabham.org for questions or to set up a time for evaluations.
Team Suits
SBY team suits are encouraged, but not mandatory. They can be purchased from the All American Swim Supply online at www.allamericanswim.com. Go to the team store portal, and enter the SBY team code: SBY23
fall 2017: august 21st - december 8th
Registration begins: august 1st
Practices: Monday-Fridays
Meet Schedule: TBA
Session Fees YMCA Members Program Participants
SuperSquad $195 $250
Level I (Copper) $220 $275
Level II (Bronze) $250 $310
Level III (Silver) $285 $355
Junior I (Gold) $320 $415
Levels and Practice Times
SUPERSQUAD: This is an entry level non-competitive group with emphasis on proper techniques in the four competitive strokes. We put emphasis on teamwork, good sportsmanship, self-esteem and learning how to respect and get along with others.
Practice Days & Times: Tuesday’s and Thursday’s / 4:00-5:00p
Level I (COPPER): In this level, we focus on proper stroke techniques and developing stamina. We introduce small amounts of competition.
Practice Days & Times: Tuesday’s and Thursday’s / 4:00-5:00p
Level II (BRONZE): In this level, swimmers are ready for small amounts of competition. Bronze swimmers are still working on the four competitive strokes. Competition is encouraged along with good sportsmanship, team work, self-esteem and respect.
Practice Days & Times: Monday’s, Tuesday’s, and Thursday’s / 4:00-5:00p
Level III (SILVER): This is a more advanced level with emphasis on training principles. This group will enable the swimmers to meet new challenges and set new goals. They group will incorporate limited dry-land exercises.
Practice Days & Times: Monday’s, Tuesday’s, Thursday’s and Friday’s / 5:00-6:00p
Junior I (GOLD): This level is an environment for committed and motivated young swimmers who desire to set goals and work toward the highest High School State level, Southeastern Level and National Age Group Level standards. The training in this level is advanced.
Practice Days and Times: Monday thru Friday / 4:00-6:00p
WE ARE HERE TO HELP YOU MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR MEMBERSHIP! OUR HEALTHY LIVING DEPARTMENT OFFERS MANY OPPORTUNITIES TO HELP YOU BECOME SUCCESSFUL WITH YOUR FITNESS GOALS.
LISTED BELOW ARE PROGRAMS THAT WE OFFER TO OUR MEMBERS:
Quickstart: A basic equipment orientation with one of our Health Coaches. Member needs to plan on wearing active wear and should bring a water bottle. This appointment is free to members and typically last an hour.
The Next Step: A more detailed appointment with a Personal Trainer.
Personal Training: One-on-one or Buddy sessions that are created to meet your specific health and fitness needs, while reaching your exercise goals. All YMCA Personal Trainers are certified and qualified to train clients at any fitness level. Anyone can benefit from the support, motivation, and expertise of a personal trainer at the YMCA.
Group Exercise: The YMCA offers group exercise classes throughout the week to help members meet their fitness goals while bringing the members together to build a healthier community.
RATES AND SESSION INFORMATION
ONE-ON-ONE SESSIONS
Personal Training will benefit members of all fitness levels. Whether you need to get your program started, or take your fitness to the next level, our experienced certified personal trainers will assist you in developing a fitness program to match your goals and help you to remain motivated and accountable while achieving them. One-on-One Sessions come in 30 or 60 minute options.
60 MINUTE ONE-ON-ONE
$46 | 1-9 Sessions (price per session)
$433 | 10 Sessions (price for all 10 Sessions)
$611 | 15 Sessions (price for all 15 Sessions)
30-MINUTE ONE-ON-ONE
$29 | 1-9 Sessions (price per session)
$270 | 10 Sessions (price for all 10 Sessions)
$382 | 15 Sessions (price for all 15 Sessions)
BUDDY SESSIONS
Buddy Training combines the benefits of providing a workout partner who has the same goals and/or training experience, with the expertise and program design of a certified personal trainer. These sessions are offered at a reduced rate per session, and at your request, we can match you with a compatible client with whom to share your session time.
Buddy Session Pricing: cost is split between all participants
$60 | 1-5 Ssessions (price per session, to be split between all participants)
$565 | 10 Sessions (price for all 10 Sessions)
$810 | 15 Sessions (price for all 15 Sessions)
At the YMCA of Greater Birmingham we want you to get the most value possible for your membership. We also want you to be successful in meeting your health and wellness goals. Therefore, we provide FREE for you a YMCA Healthy Living Coach. The job of our Coaches is to help you succeed. Whether it's helping you to become acclimated with our fitness centers, figure out what classes will work best for you or working through a significant behavior change. We are here to help you create your own vision of healthy living through a partnership based on caring, listening and seeking to understand. You can meet with a Coach as you get started as a new member, or at any time that you need help getting the most from your YMCA membership. Our Coaches are trained to help with SMART goal setting, evaluating readiness, and supporting members toward their goals using experience and our MobileFit sytem.
HEALTH COACHING
SCHEDULE YOUR HEALTH COACHING SESSION AT THE FRONT DESK
FREE with your YMCA Membership
Step 1. FREE Health Coaching Session consists of an Initial Assessment, Goal Setting, and an Orientation to what the YMCA has to offer by a Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach.
Step 2. Follow up #2 Appointment assesses the progress you are making and helps you overcome obstacles or questions you have in reaching your goals.
Step 3. Follow up #3 Appointment evaluates your progress and sends you on your path of Healthy Living, Community and Success.
Meet Your Staff
Cameron Good
I believe that for any goal to be achieved we have to build a strong base first, master the basics. My main focus is to motivate, encourage, and inspire you to reach and surpass your goals.
