Aquatics

Rysdon Pool

• 4 feet to 6 feet deep, 25 yards in length, 82 to 84 degree water, 6 lanes.
• Waterslide available during open swim times.
• Blow-up rafts available during open swim times.

Training Pool

• 3 feet to 4 feet deep, 90 degree water.
• Basketball hoop, poolside.
• Balls, noodles, diving rings available for use.
• Float belts available.

The Sioux Falls Y offers different activities in the pool area…

Open Swim

(check pool schedule for times)

Any youth at least 9 years of age and able to follow pool rules on their own can be in pool without a parent.  Families are welcome, too! Free for members; small fee for non-members.  All youth 6 mos to high school age will be swim tested when in the pool area.

Lap Swim

(check pool schedule for lane availability)

Lap swimming is a great way to workout!  We always try to have 1 lane open at all times for lap swimmers.  Lap lanes can also be used for water walking or water fitness on your own.  Youth 15 and younger must have an accompanying adult in order to swim laps.

Water Aerobics

A different type of workout!  Classes available for an intense workout, easy work out, active older adults, and people with arthritis. Please check our pool schedule and/or aerobics schedule for more information and times.

Swimming Lessons

YMCA lessons provide instruction of swimming, along with working with the core values within the Y and also learning fun games in the water.   

Private Swimming Lessons

More specific one-on-one swim lessons attention in 30 minute sessions.

Lifeguard Certification Courses

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Course provides the adequate training needed to become a lifeguard—a great job opportunity! Full courses and recertification courses available—see schedule.

Water Safety Instructor (Swim Instructor) Courses

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Courses (Swim Lesson instructor) provides the adequate training needed to become a Swim Instructor! Full courses available—see schedule.