West Boise YMCA & Boise City Aquatic Center
Aquatic Announcements
IMPORTANT! 50-Meter Pool Closure - Spring 2025
- Beginning Monday, March 24th, we will start work on important maintenance to the 50-meter pool at the West Boise YMCA. We expect this closure to last until early summer 2025. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience. During the majority of this closure (with the exception of March 31-April 6), the warm pool, kiddie pool, and hot tub will remain OPEN. Swim lessons and warm water fitness classes will not be affected. Open family swim will be available in the warm and kiddie pools only. Lap swimming, deep water and shallow water fitness (in 50m pool), open swim (slide & diving boards), and any programs using the 50 meter pool (swim team, dive team, etc.) will be affected. Program participants directly affected will be contacted by YMCA staff with details and options. For more information, check pool schedules in the YMCA360 app. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Adult Locker Room Closures (May 8th - June 9th)
All pools will be closed Monday, March 31st through Sunday, April 6th due to a larger maintenance project related to the 50-meter pool. We invite you to utilize the swimming pool amenities at the other Treasure Valley Family YMCA locations during this time. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Spa Maintenance Alert
The spa at the West Boise YMCA & Boise City Aquatics Center will be closed from 12pm-3pm for maintenance & cleaning on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month. This is to ensure the safest and most enjoyable experience for our members and community. Thank you for your understanding.
Pool Capacity Counts
Pool counts are updated every 20 minutes.
Pool Hours & Updates
Kiddie Pool
- Monday-Friday: 10am-3pm | 4pm-8:30pm
- Saturday: 11am-5:30pm
- Sunday: 10am-5:30pm
Instructional Pool (Warm Pool)
- Monday-Thursday: 5am-4pm | 7pm-8:30pm
- Friday: 5am-8:30pm
- Saturday: 7am-5:30pm
- Sunday: 10am-5:30pm
Slide
- Monday-Friday: 4pm-7pm
- Saturday: 11am-5:30pm
- Sunday: Closed
Lap Pool (Open Swim in Shallow End)
- Monday-Friday: 4pm-7pm
- Saturday: 11am-5:30pm
- Sunday: Close
Lap Lanes (9-17)
- Monday-Friday: 5am-8:30pm
- Saturday: 7am-5:30pm
- Sunday: 10am-5:30pm
Diving Boards (Deep End)
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 4pm-4:30pm
- Tuesday & Friday: 4pm-7pm
- Saturday: 12pm-2pm
- Sunday: 10am-11am
Hot tub
- Monday-Friday: 5am-8:30pm
- Saturday: 7am-5:30pm
- Sunday:10am-5:30pm
Pool FAQs
Are swim tests required?
For anyone under the age of 18, swim tests are required for every visit to the YMCA. This helps staff know which areas youth can visit based on their ability to swim. For families with little ones/non-swimmers, please maintain a ratio of two children for every adult.
How do I sign up for Swim Lessons?
Swimming is a vital skill for both fun and safety. Whether you or your child are a beginner or advanced swimmer, the Y offers opportunities for everyone to learn, grow, and foster a lifelong love of water activities.
Click here to see the various swim lesson options offered at the YMCA.
Is photography/recording allowed on the pool deck?
As part of the Child Abuse Prevention program, camera usage is prohibited on the pool deck and in locker room spaces.
Can I bring a flotation device for my child(ren)?
Yes, the only flotation devices allowed are Coast Guard approved lifejackets. (Rings and arm-floaties are not allowed)
What items are allowed on the pool deck?
Families are welcome to bring pool-friendly toys like diving rings and soft balls. However, certain items are not permitted, including food, glass containers, mermaid fins, pool noodles, snorkels, goggles that cover the nose, and hard balls such as basketballs and footballs.
For any additional questions, please stop by our lifeguard desk and we can assist!