About Our Pools

The Northwest YMCA offers recreational and lap swimming as part of your membership. We are also proud be home to one of the Greater Wichita YMCA's four Water Parks - also included with your membership.

Features

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Water Slide

Open during open swim times

Hot Tub

The Hot Tub is available for members and guests over the age of 18 during regular operating hours. Hot Tub will be closed for cleaning Thursday 8:00-10:30 AM.

Lap Lengths
  • 70 lengths (35 laps) = 1 mile
  • 35 lengths (17.5 laps) = 1/2 mile
  • 18 lengths (9 laps) = 1/4 mile
100 Mile Swim Club

Record your laps throughout the year and earn a t-shirt for achieving 100 miles. Free to Y members. Ask any lifeguard for details. 

Water Park

Our outdoor water parks (North, Northwest, & South YMCAs) are open from May 28 - Labor Day.  

  • Lazy River, Toddler Bay, Family Pool
  • Tube Slide and Body Slide
  • Spray and Splash Grounds
  • Water Play Structure

Water Park Hours

Building Swim Skills

Whether you are a new swimmer or need to improve your existing skills, the Y is here to help you build strong skills and confidence in the water. Private (1:1), Small Group, and Medium-Sized Classes available. 1-time, 2-week, monthly, and on-going enrollment.

Learn more about Swim Lessons