Spring/Summer 2009
Facility Member = FM
Program Member = PM

Weekley Family /
Upper Kirby YMCA
3015 Richmond Avenue, Suite 100
Houston, TX 77098
Phone: 713.522.9622
Fax: 713.667.6969
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YMCA Aquatics is about water safety, skill development and fun for everyone. At the YMCA, aquatics include swim lessons for all ages, water exercise, lifeguard certification, fitness, water safety, and Masters Swim programs. We have an aquatic program for every skill level and interest. Our programs are about more than just the techniques and skills; they are about building friendships, developing self-esteem and creating positive experiences that will last a lifetime.

Spring Pool Hours thru May 22

Lap Swim (always 2 lanes for lap swimming)
Mon-Fri 5:00am-1:00pm; 4:00pm-8:00pm
Sat 6:00am-6:45pm
Sun 12:00pm-7:45pm
   
Family Swim (includes baby pool and spray fountain)
Mon-Fri 10:00am-1:00pm; 4:00pm-8:00pm
Sat 10:30am-6:45pm
Sun 12:00pm-7:45pm

Summer Pool Hours Effective May 23

Lap Swim (always 2 lanes for lap swimming)
Mon-Fri5:00am-9:45pm
Sat6:00am-6:45pm
Sun12:00pm-7:45pm
  
Family Swim (includes baby pool and spray fountain)
Mon-Fri11:00am-4:15pm; 6:30pm-9:45pm
Sat10:30am-6:45pm
Sun12:00pm-7:45pm

New Summer Pool Hours

Effective when the NEW Family Rec Pool Opens. When the NEW Family Rec Pool opens this summer, it will operate Memorial Day through Labor Day.

NEW! Family Rec Pool Lap Pool 
Mon-Fri 10:00am-8:30pm Mon-Fri 5:00am-9:45pm
Sat 10:00am-6:45pm Sat 6:00am-6:45pm
Sun 12:00pm-7:45pm Sun 12:00pm-7:45pm

Spring Swim Lessons

The YMCA offers a wide range of swimming options for the whole family. Swimming builds self-confidence and develops the whole person - spirit, mind and body. Classes are divided into ability groups and trained instructors emphasize personal safety, swimming skills, endurance and social skills while guiding students with praise and encouragement.
Session II: March 30-April 24
Session III: April 27-May 22
Registration: Ongoing
Location: Weekley Family YMCA Pool
Facility Member:
Regular fee: $60 Late fee: $70
Program Member:
Regular fee: $90 Late fee: $100
+ $30 annual Program Member fee
Late fee for registrations on day of program.

LevelDaysTime
Pike (age 3-5)M/W4:30pm
 T/Th9:30am
Eel (age 3-5)M/W9:30am, 5:10pm
Polliwog (age 6-12)M/W5:50pm
Guppy (age 6-12)T/Th5:10pm
Minnow (age 6-12)T/Th5:50pm
Adult (age 13+)T/Th10:10am

Spring Saturday Swim Lessons

Session: April 11-May 16
Registration: Ongoing
Location: Weekley Family YMCA Pool
Facility Member:
Regular fee: $60 Late fee: $70
Program Member:
Regular fee: $90 Late fee: $100
+ $30 annual Program Member fee
Late fee for registrations on day of program.
*Classes are 40 minutes every Saturday for
6 weeks

Level Time
Pike (age 3-5)8:00am
Eel (age 3-5)8:00am
Ray (age 3-5)8:50am
Adult (age 13+)8:50am

Summer Swim Lessons

Session I : June 1-12
Session II: June 15-26
Session III: July 6-17
Session IV: July 20-31
Session V: August 3-14
Registration: Begins March 16
Location: Weekley Family YMCA Pool
Facility Member:
Regular fee: $60 Late fee: $70
Program Member:
Regular fee: $90 Late fee: $100
+ $30 annual Program Member fee
Late fee for registrations on day of program.
*Classes are Monday-Thursday for
35 minutes.

Level Time
Infant (age 6-24mos)10:10am, 5:10pm
Pre-School Paddlers (age 2-4)9:30am, 5:50pm
Pike (age 3-5)8:50am, 9:30am, 10:10am, 4:30pm, 5:10pm
Eel (age 3-5)8:50am, 9:30am, 10:10am, 4:30pm, 5:10pm, 5:50pm
Ray (age 3-5)5:10pm, 5:50pm
Polliwog (age 6-12)9:30am, 10:10am, 4:30pm, 5:10pm
Guppy (age 6-12)8:50am, 9:30am, 10:10am, 4:30pm, 5:10pm, 5:50pm
Minnow (age 6-12)9:30am, 10:10am, 4:30pm
Fish/Flying Fish (age 6-12)9:30am, 5:50pm
Adult (age 13+)8:50am, 5:50pm

Summer Saturday Swim Lessons

Session: May 30-July 11
(no classes on July 4th)
Registration: Begins March 16
Location: Weekley Family YMCA Pool
Facility Member:
Regular fee: $60 Late fee: $70
Program Member:
Regular fee: $90 Late fee: $100
+ $30 annual Program Member fee
Late fee for registrations on day of program.
*Classes are 40 minutes every Saturday for 6 weeks.

Level Time
Infant (age 6-24mos)8:00am
Pre-School Paddlers (age 2-4)9:35am
Pike (age 3-5)8:00am
Eel (age 3-5 )8:00am, 8:50am
Ray (age 3-5 )9:35am
Starfish (age 3-5)9:35am
Adult (age 13+)8:50am

Youth Summer Swim Team

*Must be able to swim 50 yards freestyle and backstroke
Ages: 5-18
Session: June 1-August 8
Registration: Begins March 16
Day/Time: 8 & Under; Monday/Wednesday 7:00am-7:45am, Friday 6:30am-7:15am
9 & Up; Tuesday/Thursday 7:00am-7:45am, Friday 7:15am-8:00am
*No practice July 22-27 for Lonestar Swim Meet.
Location: Weekley Family YMCA Pool
Meets: June 13, 27, July 11 and
August 8/Lonestar Swim Meet in
Dallas, TX, July 22-26
Facility Member:
Regular fee: $150 Late fee: $160
Program Member:
Regular fee: $200 Late fee: $210
+ $30 annual Program Member fee
*Includes tee and swim cap.
Late fee for registrations on day of program.

Lifeguarding Class

This certification course gives participants the skills and knowledge needed to be lifeguards in the pool. The comprehensive course offers up-to-date information on how to guard, anticipate and prevent problems and take action to help those in danger. It also covers safety and survival skills every swimmer needs to know, accident prevention, guarding techniques, emergency systems, rescue skills and first aid in aquatic environments.
*Participation in class does not guarantee certification.
Ages: 16+
Session: April 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26
Day/Time: Friday 4:00pm-10:00pm, Saturday/Sunday 8:00am-6:00pm
Registration: Ongoing
Location: Weekley Family YMCA Pool
Facility Member:
Regular fee: $150 Late fee: $160
Program Member:
Regular fee: $200 Late fee: $210
+ $30 annual Program Member fee
Late fee for registrations day before program starts.