Amry Soriano
Open for studentsAmry is a college athlete majoring in special education and elementary education. She teaches swimmers from first-time beginners to those developing advanced skills.
Availability: Saturdays when accepting students.
Swim School - Pool Open Hours
Our private lessons are based on age, skill, and individual needs—no one-size-fits-all approach here.
Prescott Campus
Yavapai College Swimming Pools
Lap and heated therapy pools open to the public for fitness, swim lessons, recovery, and community recreation.
Lap Pool Fitness, training, and open swim
Heated Therapy Pool Relax, recover, and move
Open to the Public Community access available
Instruction Private lessons / swim school
Aquatics at YC
A public pool facility for exercise, recovery, and water safety.
Located in Building 2 on the Prescott Campus, Yavapai College Swimming Pools serve students, employees, families, and community members through open swim, lap swimming, heated therapy pool access, swim school, and private lessons.
Lap Swimming
Use the lap pool for fitness, endurance, technique work, and low-impact exercise.
Therapy Pool
The heated therapy pool supports gentle movement, recovery, and recreational use.
Passes
Monthly passes, day passes, and private lesson purchases are available.
Water Safety
Rules and lifeguard direction help keep the facility safe and welcoming.
Hours & Access
Plan your visit.
Check the current open swim schedule, review pass options, and purchase access before you arrive.
Fall 2026 Open Swim Schedule
August 17—December 12, 2026
Mondays/Wednesdays
1—3 PM
6:45—7:45 PM
Tuesdays/Thursdays
12—3 PM
6:45—7:45 PM
Fridays
6—9 AM
12—3 PM
Saturdays
10 AM—2 PM
Daily Rate: $5
Pay the lifeguard. Cash only, please.
Passes are available for purchase online or at the Cashier’s Desk in Building 1.
Pool Closures: September 7; October 12—17; November 11; and November 25—28.
Purchase pool passes and private lessons online.
Use the online payment site for pool passes and private swim lesson purchases.
Purchase Passes & LessonsOther purchase options
- Building 1 Cashier desk: $25/month
- Cash-only day pass at the pool: $5/day
- Children under 5 are free; school-age children are $2
- Groups of 25+ people should call before visiting
- Price list for all passes PDF
- Showers must be taken in our locker room before entering the pool.
- Obey the lifeguard at all times.
- No glass, food, or drinks other than water.
- No running or horseplay.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Children under 3 must wear a swim diaper.
- No hanging on or swimming over the lane lines.
- No open wounds are allowed in the pool.
- Lanes must be shared; circle swimming will be used if needed.
- Use the locker rooms to exit the pool area.
Failure to obey the lifeguard or follow pool rules may result in expulsion from the pool. Yavapai College reserves the right to deny use of the pool to anyone at any given time.
Swim lessons conducted at the Yavapai College pool must be taught by authorized Yavapai College aquatic staff. Outside instructors, private coaches, or individuals are not permitted to conduct swim lessons in the facility. This policy ensures the safety, quality, and consistency of instruction, as well as proper use of college facilities.
Swim School
Swim School begins June 1, 2026.
Swim School offers small-group lessons for children ages 3–18. Private lessons are also available through participating instructors.
Private lesson FAQs
How do I choose an instructor?
Review the instructor biographies and availability below before purchasing lessons.
How does the instructor know I purchased lessons?
After purchase, the program director receives an email and forwards it to the instructor you selected.
How long is each lesson?
Lesson length depends on the swimmer’s age, experience, and attention span. Most lessons are 30 to 60 minutes.
Cancellation policy
To respect instructor time and manage schedules, a minimum of 24 hours’ notice is required for swim lesson cancellations.
- If notice is not provided at least 24 hours in advance, the cost of the lesson will be charged.
- Emergency exceptions may be made at the discretion of the program director.
To cancel or reschedule, contact your instructor or call (928) 776-2238.
Madi
UnavailableHi, I’m Madi. I am a dedicated mother and skill-based swim instructor. I specialize in helping kids gain confidence and independence in the water in a safe manner.
Availability: I am available Fridays 6 am – 3 pm and Saturdays 10 am – 2 pm.
Silas
UnavailableSilas swam competitively for eight years, with state times in butterfly events and regional qualifying times in other events. He is deep-water safety certified and Red Cross CPR certified.
Availability: Most Saturdays and some weekday afternoons.
Sarah Roth
UnavailableSarah is a Yavapai College student studying aeronautical science. She has ten years of swimming experience, six years as an instructor, and one year as a lifeguard.
Cynthia Flores
UnavailableCynthia is a lifeguard and swim instructor with 32 years of experience. She has a background in child development and experience working with children and adults with special needs.
Alina Orchard
UnavailableAlina has been swimming competitively since age five and has taught for four years. She has experience with infants, adults, neurodiverse students, and students with disabilities.
Availability: Listed hours include Monday, Tuesday–Friday evenings, and Saturday open swim hours when accepting students.
Kayleigh “Kay”
UnavailableKay has taught swim lessons and coached for about three years. She specializes in swimmers ages 10 and up, including teens and adults building confidence and technique.
Lexi
UnavailableLexi is a CPR and First Aid certified lifeguard with experience working with young children and school-age children. Her specialty is beginning swimmers of all ages.
Availability: Not available weekends or after 6 PM weekdays when accepting students.
Kevin
UnavailableKevin is a YC alumnus and local RN with experience in swim instruction, lifeguarding, swift water rescue, guiding, beginner lessons, technique improvement, and outdoor water safety.
Giada Virgilio
UnavailableGiada is a Red Cross Certified Water Safety Instructor with a current CPR certification. She has taught a range of ages and skill levels, from basic water safety to competitive skills.
Availability: Saturdays during open swim hours when accepting students.
Tyler
Approval requiredTyler swam competitively in high school and college and is a Prescott Swim Team coach and YC adjunct faculty member. He teaches advanced, competitive swimmers who already know the basic strokes.
Shelby Heil
UnavailableShelby is a Yavapai College psychology student with lifeguard and swim instructor experience. She teaches beginner swimmers and focuses on water comfort, essential skills, and safety.
Preview the Pool
See the facility before you visit.
Watch a short overview of the Yavapai College pool facility, then contact the pool desk for current availability, group visits, or lesson questions.
Location: Prescott Campus Building 2
Phone: (928) 776-2238
Purchase Passes & LessonsYavapai College complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.