FUN IN THE SUN: Outdoor Pool

2025 Season Begins May 31st

 

HOURS

  • Everyday, 12pm-6pm
    • There is NO Summer Day Camp Swim on Fridays

The ODP schedule is subject to change based on the daily weather. If it is not 70 degrees by 11:00am, the pool will NOT open that day. 

  • To be notified of any ODP closures, join our text/email alert system by stopping by the Front Desk to ensure your information is correct and you are opted in for messages.
  • In the event of a closure we will update our social media as soon as possible. Follow us on Facebook.
  • You can also confirm the status of the pool by calling the front desk at 740-345-9622.

FEES

  • The Outdoor Pool is free to all YMCA Members, including those who may be members at another YMCA participating in nationwide reciprocity. 

POLICIES

*PLEASE REVIEW AS SOME POLICIES HAVE CHANGED*

  • Closure Due to Inclement Weather - All individuals will be asked to return to their vehicles until the warning has been lifted. Individuals cannot congregate near the building.
  • Temperature Closure - The pool will NOT open if the air temperature does not reach 70° by 11:00 am each day.
  • Safety is our main priority. All other summer outdoor pool rules still apply and will be enforced.
    • All those age 12 years and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times
    • All lifejackets/puddle jumpers must be U.S. Coast Guard Approved
    • No pool noodles, rafts, or other inflatables allowed with the exception of baby boats covered in a fabric/mesh
    • Swim Test Policy: All those age 12 years and younger must take the swim test which consists of jumping into the pool, treading water for 1 minute, swim 25 meters to the end of the pool and exit without using the ladder. Swimmers need to demonstrate an efficient stroke and strong competency in the water to be able to pass.
      • PLEASE NOTE: The individual is not judged on stroke mechanics, but rather their overall demonstration of swimming strength, endurance, and comfort in the water.

NEW BAND POLICY FOR 2025

Green Band - Passes the swim test but is not 48 inches tall. Can go anywhere in the pool (excluding zones that may be closed that hour/day). Does not need to be within arms reach of a parent. Can go down slide. 

Yellow Band - 48 inches or taller, can go up to but not past the Yellow line in the pool. Can go down slides, does not need to be within arms reach of a parent. 

Purple Band - Passed the swim test but is not 48 inches tall. Can go anywhere in the pool (excluding zones that are closed that hour/day). Does not need to be within arms reach of a parent, cannot go down the slide.  

Red Band - under 48 inches, can go up to but not pass the Red line in the pool. Cannot go down the slides, and must be within arms reach of a parent at ALL times; no exceptions. 

OTHER EXCITING CHANGES FOR 2025:

The Red Marker on the bottom of the pool has been extended! This allows our swimmers to enjoy more of the pool, however an adult must remain within arms reach of their red band swimmers at all times.