The Y Knows Water
Two of the three Olympic Peninsula YMCA branches have indoor pool facilities. At the YMCA your safety is our top priority. Our certified lifeguards are on duty at all times and the water is tested regularly to maintain the highest quality standards. We pride ourselves on our pristine and accessible aquatics environments so that everyone can appreciate the therapeutic and recreational benefits of water, both mental and facility. While our standards are the same at each location, each facility is unique to it's location.
The Olympic Peninsula YMCA reserves the right to alter this list or limit activities to protect members and guests. For your safety and the safety of others, please obey all written and verbal instructions by YMCA staff. YMCA staff reserve the right to refuse service and membership to anyone who violates any of the listed guidelines.
YMCA of Sequim Pool
The large pool is an common-sized, rectangle, in-ground, Short Course swimming pool which is a common size for high school and college competitions in the United States.
- 191,000 gallons.
- 25 yards.
- 6 lanes.
- Depth ranging from 4 to 12 feet.
- Target water temperature of 82-83 degrees F.
Shallow Pool is a rectangle, in-ground pool.
- 16,000 gallons
- Depth ranging from 2.5' to 3' with two sets of entry stairs with handrails.
- Target water temperature of 90 degrees F.
Pool Deck Amenities include:
- Hot tub, 4,000 gallons, with target water temperature of 102-104 degrees F.
- Dry sauna.
- Steam room.
- Rope swing available during special occasions.
- Target deck temperature 85 degrees F.
- Universal rinsing shower.
YMCA of Jefferson County Pool
The pool at the YMCA of Jefferson County is also known as the Mountain View Pool. It is an L-shaped, in-ground, indoor pool.
- 92,800 gallons.
- 4 lanes.
- "Short Course" is 18.5 yards.
- "Long Course" is 20 yards.
- Depth ranges from 3 to 9.5 feet deep.
- Target water temperature is 80-82 degrees F.
- Target air temperature on deck is 85 degrees F.
- Dry sauna on pool deck.
Pool Safety Guidelines
For your safety, we have established guidelines for our pool facilities.
If lifeguards direct you to clear the pool, please do so immediately.
If you need assistance, please ask the lifeguard who is NOT on the stand.
Before Entering the Pool:
- Thoroughly shower with soap and water before entering the pool or sauna. You must shower after you use the sauna before you enter the pool.
- Swim suits must be worn at all times.
Please don’t wear cargo jeans, jean shorts, canvas shorts or pants, cotton t-shirts or string bikinis. YMCA staff reserve the right to determine what is appropriate. - Remove all shoes before entering the pool deck. Clean, aquatic shoes may be worn in the pool area and in the pool.
- Glass is not allowed in the pool area including glass dive masks.
- Food and gum are not permitted on the pool deck or in surrounding area. Please only bring water or sport drinks in plastic or shatter-proof and spill-proof containers. Dispose of gum before entering the pool deck.
- Do not enter the pool area if you have an open wound, bleeding cut or blister, or have experienced vomiting, nausea, or diarrhea in the past 48 hours.
- Diving is allowed only in designated areas. Please only dive forward facing.
On the Pool Deck & In the Pool:
- Please exit the pool immediately if directed to do so by lifeguards or any YMCA staff. Lifeguards are the sole authority on the pool deck. Please follow all guidelines laid out by signage and our lifeguard teams. Where there is confusion, the lifeguard on duty has final say. Do not distract lifeguards on the stand. Their job is to watch the water to keep you safe. If lifeguards direct you to exit pool, please do so immediately.
- No outside toys. Lifejackets must be Coast Guard approved. Provided exercise equipment is for exercising only.
- Walk on the pool deck. No running.
- Pushing, dunking, flipping, roughhousing, hanging on lane lines, prolonged breath holding, or inappropriate behavior of any kind is not tolerated.
- No inappropriate language. Follow the YMCA Code of Conduct when in and around Y facilities.
- Do not use the starting blocks. Starting blocks are for coached swim teams and swim lessons only.
- In facilities where it is available, It is recommended that you limit your hot tub use to 10 minutes; please read and follow signs on the pool deck. Children under 6 may not use or be at the edge of the hot tub. Children 6-11 may use it while accompanied by an adult in the water with them. See tab "Age Guidelines" for more detailed age guidelines.
Families with Children:
- Please have young children take frequent breaks to use the restroom.
- Change diapers in the locker room or universal changing rooms.
- Children using diapers must wear a swim diaper, plastic pants and bathing suit. If you are in a pinch, the front desk might have access to a temporary swim diaper.
YMCA staff reserve the right to refuse service and membership to anyone who violates any of these guidelines.
Lap Lane Etiquette
- If there is more than 1 swimmer in a lane, you must share the lane. If there are 2 people in a lane, split the lane. If there are more than 2 swimmers in a lane, circle swim counter clock-wise. If uncertain, the lifeguards will direct you.
- Lap lanes are for continuous movement swimming; please use other parts of the pool for exercise.
- Swimmers must exit during lane changes.
YMCA staff reserve the right to refuse service and membership to anyone who violates any of these guidelines.
Age Guidelines
For your safety and the safety of everyone using our pool facilities, we have the following age guidelines. If there occurs confusion to the interpretation of these guidelines, the lifeguard on duty has the ultimate decision making authority.
YMCA staff reserve the right to refuse service and membership to anyone who violates any of these guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What are the pool hours?
A. Pool hours vary by location. See our locations pages: YMCA of Sequim or YMCA of Jefferson County.
Q. How much does it cost to swim?
A. Members swim free. Non-members will need a pass. Check with the front desk at the location you wish to swim for accurate rates.
Q. Where do I check in to use the pool facility?
A. All patrons must check-in at the front desk prior to using the pool facilities.
Q. Will I need to bring anything besides our swim gear?
A. Non-members age 18+ must bring a valid photo ID before accessing the facilities.
Q. Do you offer Swim lessons?
A. Swim lessons vary based on location. For more information on Swim Lessons, please visit our Swim Lessons.
Q. Do you offer pool fitness classes?
A. Aqua fitness varies by location. Please visit our Schedules for more information by location.
Q. How do you disinfect the water?
A. The pool water is disinfected with chlorine.
Q. What is the air temperature on the pool deck?
A. The garget air temperature on deck is 85 degrees F.
Q. What is the pool water temperature?
A. Target water temperature for our standard pools is 80-82 degrees F at the Mountain View Pool in Port Townsend and 82-83 degrees F at the Sequim Pool. The Sequim shallow pool's target temperature is 90 degrees F.
YMCA Code of Conduct
Code of Conduct - Be Courteous & Kind
We value you as part of our Y community. Help us create a welcoming place for all.
The code of conduct for our YMCA's are the same in the pool and locker room areas as they are anywhere in our facilities. When you access YMCA facilities and/or programs you agreed to this code of conduct.
For a reminder, please revisit our Membership Policies page to review our Code of Conduct and our guidelines on being courteous and kind.
YMCA staff reserve the right to refuse service and membership to anyone who violates any of these guidelines.