Safety Around Water

Safety around water is central to our Y. Every year, too many preventable water accidents and drownings occur, so the Y is doing its part to help educate and teach Skagitonians of all ages how to be safe around any type of water, not just our pool.

Swim For Life

Learning to swim is an essential skill for all ages. As the largest provider of swim lessons in the country, the Y helps people gain the comfort and confidence to enjoy swimming as a lifelong activity.

Community Safety Courses

The Skagit Valley Family YMCA has partnered with the American Red Cross to provide Community Safety courses at the Y, including Lifeguarding, First Aid/CPR, and Babysitters Training.

Swim Team

The Skagit Valley Family YMCA Aquatics team (SVYA) is a year-round dual YMCA/USA competitive swim team. We offer high quality coaching and technical instruction based on the swimmers age and ability.

Aquatic Fitness Classes

Take one of our Aqua Fitness Classes! Classes in the pool can help joint stability, coordination, heart health, and strength in a low-impact environment.

Pool Announcements

Special Olympics Swim Team - Spring 2025 We’re excited to welcome back Skagit County Special Olympians back to our pool for their upcoming swim season. Starting March 13 and continuing Thursday evenings until May 15, four lap lanes will be closed from 7:00-8:00pm for the team to practice.
We’re excited to welcome local schools for end-of-year swim celebrations at the Y!
During the times listed below, our pool and locker rooms will be busier than usual, and the pool may reach capacity:
May 28 | 9:30–11:00 AM | ~30 students
June 5 | 1:00–3:00 PM | ~50 students
June 6 | 12:00–1:30 PM | ~30 students

Thank you for your patience and support as we help local students wrap up their school year with a splash!

Pool Map

McIntyre Aquatics Center: Fast Facts

The McIntyre Aquatic Center includes:

Lap Pool (81º F)
- 6 lap lanes x 25 yards’
- Depth 7 ft to 3.5 ft
The Hilde Family Recreation Pool (85º F)
- Teaching Pool (3 lanes x 17.8 yds. 3 to 3.5 ft deep)
- Splashpad (0 to 3 ft deep)
- Lazy River (3.5 ft deep)
Hot Tub (102º F)
Steam Rooms
- East: 112º F
- West: 105º F

All pools are chlorine and UV sanitized

Aquatics