BLAIR REGIONAL YMCA

AQUATICS

BLAIR REGIONAL YMCA – HOLLIDAYSBURG, PA

SERVING BLAIR, BEDFORD, & HUNTINGDON COUNTIES

DIVE INTO NEW EXPERIENCES AT THE Y!

BLAIR REGIONAL YMCA is your destination for fun in the water year-round! No matter what your age, skill, or fitness level, BRY has something for you. Keep scrolling to see everything the BRY Aquatics Department has to offer.

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OUR POOLS

Open Year-round!

25 yards in length, competition markings
3 1/2ft – 5ft in depth
83 Temperature
ADA compliant/chair lift

Warm pool/therapy pool

3 1/2ft – 5ft in depth
88 Temperature
ADA compliant/chair lift
Seated ledge on one side

OPEN DAILY FOR OPEN/LAP SWIM

Both pools are open daily for lap swimming, water walking, water exercise, and general use. Certain Aquatic Programs may limit space or temporarily close a pool to general use for a period of time. We provide monthly Pool Schedules for both pools so you can plan your day here accordingly.

AQUATIC PROGRAMMING

LEARN TO SWIM – IMPROVE AQUATIC SKILLS – COMPETE – GET FIT

Our pools host a number of programs open to both BRY members and the general public.
BRY offers both group and private swim lessons. Group lessons are available from infant up to preteen. Private lessons are available for all ages, even adults! Click on the link above for more information and registration.

BRY has its very own Swim Team and we are always looking for new members. The BRY Swim Team is open to all school aged children, elementary through high school. Click on the link above to learn more about the BRY Swim Team, Swim Team requirements, and how to join. “FINS UP – GO TIGERSHARKS!”

ADULT AQUATICS

WARM WATER POOL FITNESS CLASSES

AQUA AEROBICS

BRY offers a number of different Aqua Aerobic classes for our members and guests, no registration required! BRY Aqua Aerobics provides high-intensity, low impact cardiovascular fitness by combining aerobic exercise with the natural resistance of the water to create fun, safe, healthy classes that are open to all ages, but are especially great for seniors. All classes are held in shallow water so no swimming is required for any class. Pick a day, a time, and/or class type and enjoy some exercise in the water.

AQUATIC ARTHRITIS

This class features low-impact exercise incorporating therapeutic water movements to help relieve the pain and stiffness of arthritis.

AQUA FLEX

An exhilarating, low-impact exercise class suitable for every level of fitness. This class is excellent for fat burning potential. Emphasis will be on total fitness. You will build muscle strength and tone, flexibility, agility, and improve body alignment.

JOINTS-N-MOTION

Exercise in the warm water pool with emphasis on flexibility, strength, and endurance.

WATER WORKS

This low-impact workout focuses on utilizing water resistance to improve strength and flexibility.

pool rentals

Looking to rent the pool, or even a lane, for a party, event, training, or practice?

Contact the BRY to find out how. Pricing and availability are based off of what is needed/wanted and BRY’s current schedule of activities. Rentals will be provided with a set of pool rules when rental is confirmed.

rules for partying in the pools

Payments must be submitted prior to party time.

Please help with your guests and provide adequate supervision and proper behavior for party.

Rental is in LAP POOL.

Lifeguard is in charge and needs a few minutes to go over rules with group before swim time.

A swim test is done at every party to swim in the deep end of the pool.

No diving or any action that could cause harm to self or others.

No FOOD-DRINK-GLASS in the pool area.

No wet suits in hallways.

NO SMOKING-ALCOHOL IN OR ON YMCA PROPERTY.

To reserve, stop by the Welcome Desk or call us at (814)695-4467.

NOW HIRING!

MAKE A SPLASH AT THE y

BRY is always in search of a few good guards. If you are currently a guard, or would like to become one for us (WE WILL CERTIFY YOU), please contact the Aquatics Director or fill out an application at the Welcome Desk.

CONTACT OUR AQUATICS DIRECTOR

Jenelle Lockard

Aquatics Director

Phone: (814) 695-4467

Extension: #223

Fax: (814) 695-1555

Emma Rubritz

Aquatics Education Coordinator

Phone: (814) 695-4467

Extension: #225

Fax: (814) 695-1555

ALL Aquatics and Competitive Swimming correspondence should be directed to Jenelle via their YMCA phone, mailbox, or email contact form.

AQUATICS DEPARTMENT

BLAIR REGIONAL YMCA

1111 Hewit St

Hollidaysburg, PA, 16648

Phone: (814) 695-4467