YMCA of Abilene

Look at these little Picasso’s! The preschool turned un-used pizza boxes into painting easels today. 🎨

Did you know the YMCA is one of the Abilene ISD designated FREE meal locations for students out of school right now? Breakfast and Lunch are being served in our Enrichment Center M-F for kids 18 years and younger.

Location: Y Enrichment Center @ 3125 S 32nd St.
Dates: June 1-July 17
Breakfast: 8:00-9:00 a.m.
Lunch: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Abilene ISD’s Free Summer Meals Program Starts June 1 Abilene ISD’s 2026 Summer Feeding Program will offer free meals to children and teens 18 and under ...

Just in case you missed it, yesterday was FUN FRIDAY for our St James Preschoolers! They got to wear pajamas, build forts, and read books using flashlights!

Our Pilates Class lead by certified Instructor Kat is back at the YMCA! This class meets every Thursday at 6 PM in the Group X Studio, so bring your bestie to the Y for a quick class, sauna or steam, and massage afterwards to finish out your day productively!

We've wrapped up National Water Safety Month, but we want to leave you with one last important tip to remember: SWIMSUIT. COLOR. MATTERS.

This image indicates what different swimsuits look like under water, both with calm water and with agitated water. Before you start shopping for your next summer suit, consider buying colors that would stand out to Lifeguards and Water Waters even in a deep pool!

Summer pool schedule effective 6/1/26 - 8/8/26.

Water Safety Month Post #5

Topic: Shallow Water Blackouts

Breath-holding in a pool is extremely dangerous, often leading to shallow-water blackout—a loss of consciousness under water that can cause sudden death, even in experienced swimmers. It is a top cause of preventable, fatal drowning where a swimmer passes out from low oxygen without warning.

Safety Guidelines & Prevention
- Never participate in breath-holding games or competitions.
- Never swim alone; always use the buddy system.
- Avoid hyperventilating (taking rapid, deep breaths) before entering the water.
- Do not push yourself to hold your breath for long periods or swim long distances underwater.
- If you feel the need to breathe, surface immediately.

More Information: https://www.ue.org/risk-management/athletics/preventing-drowning-from-underwater-breath-holding/

ATTENTION Members

Our dryer is out of order and closed for maintenance. Please bring your own towels as we have run out!

Water Safety Month Post #4

Topic: Life Jacket Do's and Don'ts

Do's
- Wear It: The most important rule is to wear it; 85% of drowning victims were not wearing one.
- Check for Approval: Ensure it is U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)-approved.
- Check Fit: Ensure it fits snugly, especially for children. It should not ride up over the chin or ears.
- Inspect Regularly: Check for rips, tears, or broken buckles/straps before every season.

Don'ts
- Use Damaged Jackets: Discard any, jacket with, torn fabric, broken, straps, or waterlogged material.
- Let Kids Grow Into Them: Never buy a life jacket that is too big for a child.
- Store in Plastic: Do not store life jackets in closed plastic bags where they can develop mildew.

In observation of Memorial Day, the YMCA will be closed Monday May 25, 2026.

After hours key fob users will have access to the Wellness Center between the hours of 8 AM & 5 PM.