Aquatic Center & Indoor Pool at the East YMCA

Do you want to take swimming lessons or enjoy open swim at the East YMCA In Wichita? From children learning how to swim for the first time to adults training as competitive swimmers, there are programs for everyone at the East YMCA aquatics center. When you become a member at Greater Wichita YMCA, you'll have access to use our family-friendly pools, hot tubs, and water slides.

Swim Lessons & Private Instruction at the East YMCA

It's our belief that every person in our community should have access to swim lessons. The East Wichita YMCA provides both group and private swim lessons for all ages to help members advance their skills.

  • Group Lessons: Swim lessons for children and adults of all ages in a supportive group environment.
  • Private Swim Lessons: Independent instruction to help both new and experienced swimmers learn faster and gain more confidence in the water.
  • Safety First: Our certified instructors help individuals of all ages build water safety skills, gain confidence, and develop healthy habits that last a lifetime.

Water Fitness Classes & Lap Swimming

We offer a wide variety of water aerobics and other low-impact water exercise classes at the East YMCA. Our certified instructors lead fitness sessions designed to increase your strength and endurance without placing too much stress on your joints.

  • Class Options: We offer aquatic exercise classes for all fitness levels, including Aqua Zumba and Water Works. Class Schedules can be found here.
  • Lap Swimming: Pool lanes are open every day for members to swim laps at their own pace. Check our live pool schedule for availability.
Water Slide and Mushroom
  • Sunday | 6:30 AM - 7:30 PM
  • Monday - Friday | 12:30 - 4:30 PM, 7:15-10:00 PM
  • Saturday | 6:30 - 9:30 AM, 12:00 - 7:30 PM
Steam Room

Available for members and guests 18+ during regular operation hours. However, it will be closed for cleaning every day from 3-3:15 PM.

Hot Tub

The Hot Tub is available for members and guests 18+ during regular  operating hours. Hot Tub is closed for cleaning Monday at 11:30 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 within a calendar year. Free to Y members. 

Live Drills: Live drills are an essential part of our YMCA Lifeguard training. The pool may be cleared for our lifeguards to preform a drill at anytime. You will be asked to exit the pool area temporarily and will be notified of when you can re-enter the pool. We appreciate your cooperation and partnership in keeping our pools safe.

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.