YC Pools Open Hours
- Dec 16-20, 2024 and Jan 6-18, 2025
- Monday - Friday: 6-9 AM, 12-3 PM, 5:45-7:45 PM
- Saturday: 10 AM-2 PM
❇️Pool Rules
- 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 will be 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 and/or follow the above will result in expulsion from the pool.
YAVAPAI COLLEGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO DENY USE OF THE POOL TO ANYONE AT ANY GIVEN TIME.
Yavapai College complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Yavapai College does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity).
Purchase Passes / Private Swimming Lessons
✅Click for passes and private swim lessons
- ➡️Children under 5 free; school age children $2
- ➡️Groups of 25+ people call to arrange your visit
- Other purchase options:
- Bldg 1 Cashier desk - $25/month
- Cash only day pass at pool - $5/day
- Price list for all passes pdf
Swim School / Private Swimming Instructors
YC Swim School - For children ages 3-18.
Private Swim Lessons
1. How do I know which instructor to choose?
Before you purchase your lessons, please view the information on the instructors below. This will help you make your choice.
2. How will the instructor know I have purchased these passes?
Once the lessons have been purchased an email is sent to the program director. The email is then forwarded to the instructor of your choice. The instructor will then contact you to set up the lessons.
3. How long will it take for the instructor to contact me?
If you have not heard from the instructor in 3-5 days please call 928-776-2238.
4. How long is each lesson?
The length of the lesson will depend on the age of your child and other factors. The instructor will determine this for your child(ren). As a rule lessons are 30 minutes to possibly an hour long.
Giada Virgilio - Hi! My name is Giada Virgilio, I am a rising senior in high school. I am a Red Cross Certified Water Safety Instructor and am CPR certified. I am a competitive swimmer, and have swam for Prescott Swim Team since 2017. I was titled Prescott Swim Team's Most Valuable Player in 2019. I have also held regional qualifying times in nine events from 2019 to present. I love teaching swim lessons, and have been teaching lessons for several years now. I am available on Saturdays during open swim hours. I only teach to those who have already gotten approval from me.
Not accepting new students.
Hi my name is Tyler. I swam competitively in high school and college and have been teaching swimming in Prescott for almost three years. I am currently a swim coach for the Prescott Swim Team, and an Adjunct Faculty member for the HPER Department teaching Swim Fitness. My goal is to help kids have fun while swimming, but also have them focus on hard work and technique in lessons. I only teach kids who are advanced, competitive swimmers, and know the basic strokes. Please note: I am NOT taking any new families. Thank you!
I only teach to those who have already gotten approval from me
.
Hello! My name is Shelby Heil. I am currently a student at Yavapai College working on a psychology degree. I have two summers of experience working as a lifeguard and swim instructor. I teach beginner level swimmers of all ages to build confidence in the water. My lessons will focus on getting new swimmers comfortable in the water, teaching essential swimming techniques, and promoting water safety!
Kylie Marlatt - Hi! My name is Kylie, I’m 18 and I’ve been a competitive swimmer for eight years now. I swam for the Prescott High School Swim team and many other club teams in the past, and now I'm looking to share my knowledge. If you're comfortable in the water but want to improve your technique, increase your endurance, or just feel more confident in your swimming, I'm here to help!
Lessons are for swimmers aged 12-20 who are ready to work on refining their strokes, improving efficiency, and maybe even trying some new skills like starts and turns. I believe in taking things at your own pace, and my goal is to help you feel more capable and relaxed in the water. Whether you’re working on freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly, or just want to get more comfortable with certain aspects of swimming, we’ll focus on what’s most important to you.
Not accepting new students.
Hi! My name is Emma Crysler I'm 16 years old. I'm a swimmer on Prescott Swim Team. I have been swimming competitively for 8 years. I also swim for Prescott High School where I broke a school record my freshman year with my 200 medley relay team. My favorite stroke is backstroke and I love swimming distance. I'm great with kids of all ages. I taught lessons this summer and they were so much fun. I look forward to being a part of teaching your kids a lifelong skill! (Available weekends only.)
Hi! My name is Anwen Smith. I am currently a junior at Prescott High School. I have been in the water all my life, but started competitively swimming my freshman year. I have broken 4 individual high school records and been part of 2 more relay records. I have been to state championships several times and placed in the top 8 twice, placed 1st at regionals once, and placed 2nd at regionals 6 times. I was a mentor on my high school team and worked with a small group to improve their swimming. I hope to swim when I go to college. I am CPR certified through Prescott High School. I am new to teaching kids, but am excited to work with them and help them to learn and improve their swimming.
Not accepting new students.
My name is Sue Arriola. I am a senior life long swim instructor, lifeguard and scuba diver. My primary enjoyment comes from teaching swim lessons to children and adults. I enjoy teaching children of all ages (4 years+) and adults to swim and experience the benefits of being comfortable and safe in the water.
I swam competitively in high school and continued with the Masters swim program for a few decades. I have also swam open water in most lakes in Arizona, the La Jolla rough water swim and have even completed the Alcatraz challenge in California.
I am currently certified as a lifeguard, which includes First Aide and CPR/AED training. I have worked as a pharmacist for many years, but now hang out at the pool in my spare time. Please contact me if you would like private lessons and/or have any questions
Hey there! My name is Jon Arriola. I have been a swimmer since I was around 4, and I also competed for roughly 20 years of my life.
I grew up as a Prescott local and have been here since 1992 as I still cannot get enough of this lovely town! I am currently a student as well as a lifeguard here at YC. I love providing safe space and energy to encourage swimmers of all levels to feel safe and at home in the water.
Outside of the pool you will catch me teaching Yoga at one of the local studios, Bend Hot Yoga.
Trail running and outdoor adventures are a deep passion of mine as well. Lynx Lake and Granite Basin are always calling my name to come jump in and get a good swim in! 5 years of age and up, all levels.
Not accepting new students.
I'm Kevin, a YC alumni and local RN. I have many years of experience in aquatics ranging from swim instruction, lifeguard, swift water rescue, and guiding with a variety of boats. I have facilitated both group and private lessons, ranging from beginners learning to be comfortable in the water, folks looking to improve their times, or individuals looking to expand their water safety for outdoor activities.
My favorite thing about teaching lessons is seeing people learn to love and enjoy the water!
Not accepting new students.
Hi my name is Cami. I live in Chino Valley on a little farm with my fiancé and our daughter, who will be one at the end of this summer. I have a radiologic technologist degree through Yavapai College. I grew up in between Michigan and Maine and have always been surrounded by water!
I've been teaching swim lessons around Prescott since 2018. I have taught all ages and abilities, but really enjoy beginners and especially young children. I hope to encourage a genuine love for being in the water while focusing on water safety with my students.
Not accepting new students.
Private Swim Instructor Bios / FAQ - Learn about the instructors offering swimming lessons
Private Swim Lessons
1. How do I know which instructor to choose?
Before you purchase your lessons, please view the information on the instructors below. This will help you make your choice.
2. How will the instructor know I have purchased these passes?
Once the lessons have been purchased an email is sent to the program director. The email is then forwarded to the instructor of your choice. The instructor will then contact you to set up the lessons.
3. How long will it take for the instructor to contact me?
If you have not heard from the instructor in 3-5 days please call 928-776-2238.
4. How long is each lesson?
The length of the lesson will depend on the age of your child and other factors. The instructor will determine this for your child(ren). As a rule lessons are 30 minutes to possibly an hour long.
Avery Borghoff - Hey! My name is Avery Borghoff. I have been swimming competitively since I was 8 years old, and have been teaching lessons for a little over a year! Most of my lesson experience is with kids between 3-6 years old, but I have worked with kids ages 2-10. I adore children, and love seeing their excitement when they do something in the pool on their own for the first time! Available M/W/F's from 12:30 – 2:45 pm. Only available for existing clients.
Fully booked and not accepting new students.
Giada Virgilio - Hi! My name is Giada Virgilio, I am a rising senior in high school. I am a Red Cross Certified Water Safety Instructor and am CPR certified. I am a competitive swimmer, and have swam for Prescott Swim Team since 2017. I was titled Prescott Swim Team's Most Valuable Player in 2019. I have also held regional qualifying times in nine events from 2019 to present. I love teaching swim lessons, and have been teaching lessons for several years now. I am available on Saturdays during open swim hours. I only teach to those who have already gotten approval from me.
Fully booked and not accepting new students.
Hi my name is Tyler. I swam competitively in high school and college and have been teaching swimming in Prescott for almost three years. I am currently a swim coach for the Prescott Swim Team, and an Adjunct Faculty member for the HPER Department teaching Swim Fitness. My goal is to help kids have fun while swimming, but also have them focus on hard work and technique in lessons. I only teach kids who are advanced, competitive swimmers, and know the basic strokes. Please note: I am NOT taking any new families. Thank you!
I only teach to those who have already gotten approval from me
.
Meghan Kloos - A little bit about me! I was born and raised in Prescott, and am currently home for the summer after finishing my junior year at NAU. I have been working as a swim instructor for over two years, and before that I was a competitive swimmer throughout high school. I love helping kids progress, and most importantly be safe in the water! I have worked with all levels, from first time in a pool to lap swimming and everything in between! I am so excited to be teaching this summer and hope to see you at the pool!
Hello! My name is Juliana De Kort. I have been swimming competitively for seven years and have been teaching swim lessons for over two years. I have experience with ages 4-14. I enjoy seeing my students grow and learn throughout our lessons!
Available for lessons as of June 6th.
Hi! My name is Amry Soriano. I am currently a senior at Bradshaw Mountain High School. I have been American Red Cross Lifeguard certified for almost 3 years now and Junior Lifeguard certified since I was 12! I grew up helping my mom when she taught private swim lessons in the tri city area. I have been teaching private swim lessons for about 2 years now and enjoy spending my time in the water helping kids be safe and comfortable around the water! I am available Tuesday afternoons and evenings.
Not accepting new clients at this time.
Hi! My name is Anwen Smith. I am currently a junior at Prescott High School. I have been in the water all my life, but started competitively swimming my freshman year. I have broken 4 individual high school records and been part of 2 more relay records. I have been to state championships several times and placed in the top 8 twice, placed 1st at regionals once, and placed 2nd at regionals 6 times. I was a mentor on my high school team and worked with a small group to improve their swimming. I hope to swim when I go to college. I am CPR certified through Prescott High School. I am new to teaching kids, but am excited to work with them and help them to learn and improve their swimming.
My name is Sue Arriola. I am a senior life long swim instructor, lifeguard and scuba diver. My primary enjoyment comes from teaching swim lessons to children and adults. I enjoy teaching children of all ages (4 years+) and adults to swim and experience the benefits of being comfortable and safe in the water.
I swam competitively in high school and continued with the Masters swim program for a few decades. I have also swam open water in most lakes in Arizona, the La Jolla rough water swim and have even completed the Alcatraz challenge in California.
I am currently certified as a lifeguard, which includes First Aide and CPR/AED training. I have worked as a pharmacist for many years, but now hang out at the pool in my spare time. Please contact me if you would like private lessons and/or have any questions