Swim at the Prospect Park YMCA

Swim laps, sign up for swim lessons, or try a water aerobics class in our two comfortably heated indoor pools.

Large Pool Details

Pool Length: 25 yards
Number of Lanes: 6
Temperature Range: 80-82°
Features:

• Lap swim
• Water walking
• Swim lessons

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Small Pool Details

Pool Length: 20 yards
Number of Lanes: 0
Temperature Range: 84-86°
Features:

• Family swim
• Open/rec swim
• Water walking
• Water aerobics classes
• Swim lessons

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Questions about swimming at the Y? Find answers to your most frequently asked pool questions. Read Pool FAQ >

Not sure which lesson is the right fit? Use our Swim Lesson Selector (PDF) to assess the student, or contact the aquatics team.

Adult Water Exercise Classes

Use the resistance and buoyancy of the water to improve your fitness.

Aquacise for Adults
Low and high-impact aqua aerobics classes tone muscles while protecting the joints.

Adult Aqua Zumba
Known as the Zumba "pool party," this class integrates Zumba with aqua fitness.

AOA Water Exercise
Perform gentle movements in warm water to increase range of motion, strengthen muscles, and enhance overall fitness.

Stretch and Strength
Incorporates stretching and aerobic and muscle conditioning exercises with a focus on improving overall condition. 

Aqua Bootcamp
Incorporates stretching and aerobic and muscle conditioning exercises with a focus on improving overall condition. 

Free for Y members

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Become a Lifeguard

Take our lifeguard class, get certified as a YMCA lifeguard, and join our aquatics team!

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Contact Us

Prospect Park Aquatics
otangul@ymcanyc.org
718-768-7100