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YMCA OF THE
GOLDEN CRESCENT

AQUATICS Center

BARBARA BAUER BRIGGS FAMILY YMCA

Swimming at the Barbara Bauer Briggs Family YMCA in Victoria, Texas helps people thrive—in and out of the water. Swim lessons provide the opportunity to set goals and achieve success, learn water safety and enjoy swimming as a form of exercise. Through swimming lessons, open swim, water aerobics and more, the Barbara Bauer Briggs Family YMCA provides a safe environment for swimmers of all ages and abilities.

SWIM LESSONS

WATER AEROBICS

POOL RENTAL

 

 

CLOSED FOR THE SEASON 

CLOSED FOR THE SEASON

At the Barbara Bauer Briggs Family YMCA, our Red Cross certified swim lesson program teaches children, youth and adults personal safety, stroke development and rescue to develop a life-long passion for swimming and water activities.

 

PRIVATE LESSONS 

Y Member $180/Community $295

By appointment only.

 

GROUP SWIM LESSONS

30 minutes each

Weekday: Y Member $65/Community $100 (8 sessions)
Saturday: Y Member $35/Community $50 (4 sessions)
Stroke Boosters (Swim technique class): Y Member $40/Community $60 (4 sessions)

Get info on dates/times HERE.

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NOT ACCEPTING BOOKINGS AT THIS TIME.

Have the best party at the YMCA pool! Our parties are a fun and unique way to celebrate. 

RENTAL INCLUDES:

  • 2 hours of pool time
  • Up to 25 guests (swimming or not)
  • Use of Pool Locker Rooms
  • Lifeguard Coverage

ADDITIONAL GUESTS:

  • Final guest count is DUE 7 days prior to your event. Not to exceed 120 guests. Final payment for any added guests is due at this time.
  • Guest count over 25 guests will be charged an additional $5 per guest.
  • NO guests can be added within 4 days of your party due to Lifeguard staffing requirements.

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$225 per participant
Financial assistance available (YMCA lifeguards only)

This lifeguarding program trains lifeguards to act with speed and confidence in emergency situations both in and out of the water. To successfully complete the course, participant must complete class assignments and attendance requirements, pass the written exam and a practical water skills test.

Requirements to pass:

  • Must be at least 15 years old on final day of testing
  • Swim 300 yards continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing
  • Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs
    Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 30 seconds

Class Specifications:

  • Must attend all meeting times in each session to pass and receive certification.
  • Class size is minimum of 5 participants and maximum of 10 per class.
  • Class will be held at Barbara Bauer Briggs YMCA and pools in the area.

Get info on 2024 classes here

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Few things are more inviting than a bright blue, sparkling pool. At the YMCA of the Golden Crescent, we have 4 of them ready for swim lessons, water fitness, family fun and more.

From our recently renovated, kid-friendly pool at the Barbara Bauer Briggs Family YMCA to our Y managed city pools in Port Lavaca, Edna and Palacios, we have the space for you – welcoming people of all ages and abilities. 

So whether you’re wanting the kids to learn about water safety or just working to stay fit and socially connected, the Y has a pool, program or lesson for you.

For more info about our Aquatics Program, contact Edtillyon Weaver at [email protected] or 361-575-0511