Aquatics
Dive into the world of aquatic fun and fitness with our wide range of offerings. Whether you’re looking to master the art of swimming, join a competitive swim team, enjoy invigorating water aerobics, play in the pool with your children, or host a birthday party, we have something for everyone. Our experienced instructors, and certified Lifeguards and quality facilities will ensure a safe and experience for all ages and skill levels. Join us today!
Our Lap Pool is open to lap swimming, and water aerobics, and is the competition home of the AYCC Adult Masters Swim Program and the Mid-Maine Dolphins Swim Team.
Our Therapy Pool hosts open swims, most lessons, and other therapeutic swim options.
This schedule is effective November 18, 2024.
Member & Guest Details
Membership
All AYCC Memberships include access to open swims, and water aerobic classes at no additional cost. Youth & Teen Memberships only include access for the individual who has the active membership. Adults/Seniors will pay a Guest Fee to access the pool with the child.
Guest Fees
- Seniors (ages 55+) $5.00/person
- Adults (ages 19-54) $10.00/person
- Youth (birth-18) $5.00/person
Swim Lessons, parties, rentals, Adult Masters Swim, Mid-Maine Dolphins Swim Team, and American Red Cross Certifications have additional costs. Financial assistance is available for swim lessons and the swim team through our Affordable Access Program.
Swim Lessons
Youth & Adult Swim Lessons
Our certified instructors are passionate about ensuring a safe and enjoyable learning environment. From masterig basic water entry and exit techniques to building strong floating and treading skills, our lessons empower swimmers with the knowledge and abilities they need to navigate the water with confidence.
Our instructors each hold valid First Aid, CPR, Lifeguard, and Lifeguard Instructor certifications. The AYCC follows the YMCA of the USA swim lesson guidelines.
Current Session Info
Group Session Fees
Our lessons are held once per week for 7 weeks.
- AYCC Members $70.00/person
- Community/Non-Members $85.00/person
Private Lessons Available
Contact Brenna Saucier at 207-873-0684 x217
American Red Cross Certifications
The AYCC partners with American Red Cross to offer a variety of certifications. Visit our certifications page for details.
Open Swims
Adult Water Fitness Classes
All instructors carry First Aid, CPR, and Lifeguard Certifications. Participants are expected to follow along with the instruction as physically allowed. These classes are typically for ages 18+.
Aqua Fitness
Specifically designed to gently stretch and move every muscle and joint. This low-tempo activity is perfect for anyone with joint or other chronic issues (arthritis, fibromyalgia, etc.). This is our low-impact option.
Water Aerobics I & Water Aerobics II
Our Water Aerobics classes are a moderate to high intensity aerobics class. Each participant will warm up, stretch, and perform a number of aerobic activities, and a cool down.
Lap, Therapy & Family Open Swim
Lap Swim
Lap Swim is for older youth through adults and specifically for swimming laps in the Large Pool. Youth who swim competitively are welcome to swim during this time.
Therapy Swim
Held in the Small Therapy Pool, this time is for people of all ages, who have therapeutic needs such as Fibromyalgia, arthritis, debilitating diseases, and or injury/surgery recovery.
Family Swim
Held mostly in the Therapy Pool, this open pool time is for all ages and is a family-friendly time for all to swim and play.
Swim Teams
AYCC Adult Masters Swim
Masters swimming is an adult group program that allows adults of all swimming abilities to be coached by our experienced staff. Individuals interested in participating in this program should be able to confidently swim laps.
For each practice, there will be three sections:
- Social & Active -individuals looing for a group swimming environment with some basic exercise.
- Training – individuals looking for specialized training or non-competitive workous. This section is for triathletes, or competitive swimmers.
- Competitive – individuals looking for competition in swim meet settings.
Details
- Begins June 3
- Ages 18+
- Practice Days & Times
- Mondays 6:00-7:00 pm
- Wednesdays 6:00-7:00 pm
- Fridays – 7:00-8:00 am
- Guest Fees
- Members $5.00/practice
- Non-Members $10/practice
- Package Options
- Members – 10 practices for $45.00
- Non-Members – 10 practices $90.00
Mid-Maine Dolphins Swim Team
Explore the Mid-Maine Dolphins Swim Team (MMD), where aquatic excellence meets community spirit! Join our inclusive program designed for youth swimmers of all abilities. Dive into top-tier coaching, skill development, and competitive opportunities, all while fostering teamwork and sportsmanship. Discover the perfect blend of fitness, fun, and friendship with the MMD Swim Team today!
The MMD team is located in Waterville, Maine, and is a YMCA/USA Swim Team for ages 5-18. They compete regionally and nationally against other YMCA and USA swim teams.
Visit the Mid-Maine Dolphins Swim Team page for details.