A Lifelong Life Skill
The Y has taught generations of families to swim and stay fit. Our nationally certified instructors teach progressive, skill-based swim lessons for all ages, from infants to seniors, with a focus on water safety, swim readiness, and stroke development. Looking for a fun, low-impact workout? Our Aqua Fit classes offer a great way to improve strength, endurance, and overall fitness in the water. Ready to take swimming further? Our competitive Swim Team gives children and teens ages 6–18 the chance to build skills, confidence, and teamwork with trained coaches. Whether you’re learning to swim, staying active, or competing, there’s a place for everyone in the pool at the Y!
Gettysburg
Enjoy our 6-lane, 25-meter pool, open for the whole family.
Whether you’re looking to take a class, learn to swim, or simply enjoy some time in the water, there’s something for everyone.
Pool & Whirlpool Hours
- Monday–Friday: 6:00 AM–5:45 PM*
- Saturday–Sunday: 8:00 AM–3:30 PM
Spa Monthly Maintenance: 1st Tuesday of every month
*Year-round swim lessons are held in the Open Swim Area at 5:00 PM, Monday–Thursday.
North Hanover
From lap swimming and swim lessons to recreational time in the water, our North Hanover location offers two pools and plenty of ways to enjoy the water. The facility features a 6-lane, 25-meter pool plus a separate recreation pool.
25-Meter Pool
- Monday–Friday: 5:00 AM–7:45 PM
- Saturday: 6:00 AM–2:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM–1:45 PM
Recreation Pool
- Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM–7:45 PM
- Saturday: 7:00 AM–2:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM–1:45 PM
Explore Our Swim Programs
From beginner swim lessons to competitive team training, the Y offers swimming programs for every age and skill level. Find the right fit for you or your family below.
Swim Team at the Y
This competitive program offers children and teens the opportunity to work with trained coaches to improve swimming skills, endurance, and promote a healthy lifestyle. Swimmers must meet the age requirements for their team: ages 5 to 18 for the Gettysburg Sharks and ages 6 to 18 for the North Hanover Stingrays. Mastery of strokes is not required, just a foundation in basic water safety skills.
Gettysburg Sharks Team (Ages 5-18)
North Hanover Stingrays Team (Ages 6-18)
Let’s Get Ready to Swim
Help your child feel confident and comfortable in the water with swim lessons at the Y. We offer both group and private lessons at our Gettysburg and North Hanover locations, with options for a variety of ages and skill levels
Swim Lesson Levels at the Y
We have swim lessons to meet every age and skill level.
Water Discovery: Parent Child Lesson
Parents accompany children in the water, the class introduces infants and toddlers to the aquatic environment through exploration and encourages them to enjoy themselves while learning about the water. Ages 6 months up to 3 years old
Water Acclimation : Level 1
Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into the water. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in the water.
Water Movement: Level 2
Students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water while also continuing to practice how to safely enter and exit in the event of falling into a body of water.
Water Stamina: Level 3
Students learn how to swim to safety from a longer distance than in previous stages in the event of falling into a body of water. This stage also introduces rhythmic breathing and integrated arm and leg action.
Stroke Introduction: Level 4
Students develop stroke technique in front crawl and back crawl and learn the breaststroke kick and butterfly kick. Water safety is reinforced through treading water and elementary backstroke.
Swimming FAQs
No — mastery of strokes is not required to join. Swimmers should be able to demonstrate basic freestyle, backstroke, and diving fundamentals, along with a general understanding of breaststroke and butterfly.
Our wrist band policy ensures every child can remain safe while swimming in our pools. Every child ages 3-14 must complete a swim test at time of membership. Children will be given a colored wrist band to wear in the water that allows our lifeguards and staff to quickly identify their level of comfort in the water. Learn more about our policy.
