Swimming and Aquatics

Dive in, the water's fine!

A little girl in pool during swim lessons.

Swim Lessons

YMCA swim lessons teach more than how to swim. They're also about building confidence, developing skills, and having fun. Your child will learn water safety, stroke technique, and teamwork from certified instructors who care. We also offer swim lessons for adults. Find out more here.

Father and toddler during drowning prevention classes.

Drowning Prevention

The YMCA's Safety Around Water program teaches kids essential water safety skills that can prevent drowning and save lives. Kids learn how to jump, push, turn, grab and swim, float, swim in and around water. We offer this free program through elementary schools. Click here to learn more.

Lifeguard certification.

Lifeguard Certification

Take the first step into your next job as a lifeguard. When you get certified at the Y, you'll receive the Red Cross Lifeguard Blended Training Certification. This certification will enable you to be a lifeguard anywhere, including the YMCA. Click here for details.

Piranhas swim team

Piranhas Swim Team

Our year-round competitive swim team offers expert coaching and technique instruction for all ages and abilities. Each swim team member, from novice to international competitor, gets the opportunity to improve swimming skills and achieve success. Click to learn more.

A woman swimming laps underwater.

Advanced Swimming Specialty Training

If you're working to take your swimming strokes to the next level, this program is for you. Advanced Swimming Specialty Training enables you to perfect your skills under the supervision of a swimming technique expert. Learn more here.

BCS Aquatic Center

Buncombe County Schools Aquatics Center

The Y partners with Buncombe County Schools to manage the BCS Aquatics Center at T.C. Roberson High School in south Asheville. The facility features a 10-lane, 400,000-gallon, climate-controlled pool. Daily passes and group rentals are available. Click here to learn more.

Patton Pool

Patton Pool

The Y manages Patton Pool on behalf of the City of Hendersonville. This outdoor pool, located in Patton Park at 114 E Clairmont Drive, is fun for all ages. Enjoy your summer with a season pass or day passes. Special rates for Y members and city residents. Click here to learn more.