Shirk Sport Center Closure 5/15/26: The gym will be closed from 10:30am to 1:30pm on Friday, May 15th, in order to support the senior class at Bloomington High School.
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DOBSKI FAMILY WELLNESS CENTER
PNC PLAY AND LEARN CENTER
SHIRK SPORT CENTER
AQUATIC CENTER
HERMES FAMILY TRACK
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AQUATIC CENTER
Attire At The Y
Swimmers must wear dri-fit/swim material swimwear when entering the pool.
Aquatic shoes are permitted in the recreation/therapy pool.
Athletic shorts, shoes, and cotton-based clothing are not permitted while swimming.
Youth Use
Youth aged 14+ may utilize the Aquatic Center and participate in aquafit classes with intent. Horseplay will not be tolerated.
Youth aged 8-13 may participate in aquafit classes with the direct supervision of their parent or guardian.
Youth under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times in the Aquatic Center.
All youth under the age of 16 must attempt the swim test to utilize the competition pool, deep end of the therapy pool and lazy river without a lifejacket.
Aquatic Center Policies
Illinois Department of Public Health pool safety policies and regulations are posted in both pools. Participants are expected to review before swimming.
Participants must walk on the pool deck.
Bags must be stored in a locker or on a wall hook.
Participants may use personally provided noodles, balls, or dive rings/sticks. YMCA owned aquafit equipment, the kickboards/kicksticks, and the swim school tubes are for program use only.
Food is not permitted in the Aquatic Center. Food may be consumed in the lobby area on the 1st floor.
Video and photographs are not permitted.
Water in a shatter-proof container with a lid are permitted.
Underwater breath holding is not permitted.
Participants may jump facing forward, feet first. No flips, spins, or backwards entry.
Diving is only permitted in the deep end of the competition pool.
All personal flotation devices must be US Coast Guard certified and approved by a lifeguard. Lifejackets in varying sizes are available upon request.
Lap lanes are for continuous length swimming or water walking.
Do not climb on splash pad equipment, railings, lane lines, ropes, or starting blocks.
The lifeguards’ decision is final.
Swim Test Procedure
All youth under the age of 16 must attempt the swim test to utilize the competition pool, deep end of the therapy pool and lazy river without a lifejacket.
Youth will be asked to swim one length of the pool (25 yards) unassisted, without rest or touching the pool wall, demonstrating positive body position then tread water for one minute.
Youth who pass the swim test will have a note added to the passed swim test file their membership account and will not be required to test again unless there is a concern for safety by a lifeguard. Passed swimmers will wear a green swim band on their wrist.
Youth who do not pass the swim test may test each time they come to the Aquatic Center.
