Outdoor Pool

Q: What date will the pool open?
A: The outdoor pool will be open Tuesday, June 1st - Sunday, September 5th.

Q: What is the capacity of the pool? 
A:  The current capacity of the outdoor pool is 250 people.

Q: How does the outdoor pool reservation system work? (EFFECTIVE AUGUST 9, A RESERVATION IS NO LONGER REQUIRED FOR OPEN SWIM)
A: A Reservation System will be used to manage pool occupancy and allow maximum participation. Members will be required to make a reservation ahead of time to secure a two-hour session at the pool. If your preferred session is full, you can add your name to the waiting list which will notify you by email if a session opens up. Online reservations close 2 hours before the session begins.

Q: When can I make a reservation for the following week? (EFFECTIVE AUGUST 9, A RESERVATION IS NO LONGER REQUIRED FOR OPEN SWIM)
A: Reservation can be made starting at noon the Friday before the start of the week.

Q: Where do I check in to the outdoor pool? (EFFECTIVE AUGUST 9, ENTRANCE WILL BE THROUGH THE FACILITY)
A:  For open swim, enter from the outside gate. For Adult Lap Swim, enter from the inside of the YMCA. 

Q: I am a member. Can I bring a guest? 
A:  Yes, The YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne is allowing guests at this time. If you are bringing a guest, please first stop at our membership services desk before heading to the outdoor pool.

Q: Will there be chairs/ lounge chairs this year? 
A:  Chairs will be available and properly spaced to maintain social distancing. Members are highly encouraged to bring their own chair or towel. 

Q: How are you enforcing social distancing? 
A:  We will have all of our chairs spread out. We ask members to be respectful of others and help maintain proper distances between households. 

Q: Will the slide be open? 
A:  Yes, with social distancing guidelines in place. All riders will need to remain 6 feet apart from other riders while waiting their turn. 
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Q: Are face masks required? 
A:  Masks are strongly encouraged but not required while on the pool deck. Masks are not allowed in the pool. 

Q: Will Snack Shack be selling food this year? 
A:  Yes, we will be serving food and drinks this year. 

Q: Can I bring my own food? 
A:  Yes, you can bring your own food. All food and non-water drinks must be consumed in the food court. 

Q: When can my child take the swim test? 
A:  Swim tests are offered during adult swim/safety breaks.

Q: My child has already passed the swim test. Where can I get their green band? 
A:  Wrist bands will be given out at the Snack Shack and while entering for the session. 

Q: Why can’t we use the indoor locker room? 
A:  In order to maintain social distancing, the outdoor pool will be operating independently from the main YMCA building.

Q: What is a safety break? 
A:  Safety breaks occur when capacity is reached and everyone must exit the water. At this time staff will check pool chemistry and staff/member safety. 

Q: At what temperature will the pool be open? 
A:  If the temperature at 11:30 am is under 70°F according to weather.com, the Outdoor pool will open at 2:00 pm. 

Q: Will you close the pool if there is bad weather? 
A:  The outdoor pool will close if there is a chance of severe weather greater than 70% according to weather.com. The pool will close for a minimum of 30 minutes following lightning or thunder. In the event of current or predicted inclement weather, the pool may be closed for the remainder of the day.