Aquatic Center & Indoor Pool at the Ken Shannon Northwest YMCA

Come jump in the water at the best place for swimming in Northwest Wichita. Whether you're interested in swimming fast laps in our lanes, want to try out Aqua Zumba, or are signing your child up for swimming lessons, the Northwest YMCA aquatics center is a welcoming space for everyone in our community. With your Greater Wichita YMCA membership, you'll receive access to our pools, hot tubs, and seasonal water parks.

Swim Lessons & Private Instruction in Northwest Wichita

Swim lessons are something that we believe should be available to every person. The Northwest YMCA teaches private and group swim lessons to support swimmers as they work toward their goals.

  • Group Lessons: A variety of swim lessons for all ages and experience levels, taught in a group setting.
  • Private Swim Lessons: One-on-one swim lessons provide personalized attention to help both novice and experienced swimmers develop their abilities more quickly.
  • Safety First: In our swim lessons, instructors focus on how to stay safe in and around water, along with proper stroke technique.

Water Fitness Classes & Lap Swimming

If you're looking for something different than a traditional gym workout, try our water fitness programs at the  Northwest YMCA. Our instructors lead sessions that rely on water resistance to improve strength, endurance, and heart health while minimizing stress on joints.

  • Class Options: We offer a wide range of low-impact exercise classes in the water, including Hydrobox and Aqua Zumba. Class schedules can be found here. 
  • Lap Swimming: You can swim laps on your own during designated hours each day. Check our live pool schedule for availability.

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

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.

Learn more about Swim Lessons