AQUATICS
BARBARA BAUER BRIGGS FAMILY YMCA
Swimming at the Barbara Bauer Briggs Family YMCA managed city pool in Victoria can help people thrive—in and out of the water. Swim lessons provide the opportunity to set goals and achieve success, learn water safety and enjoy swimming as a form of exercise. Through swimming lessons, open swim, water aerobics and more, the Barbara Bauer Briggs Family YMCA provides a safe environment for swimmers of all ages and abilities.
BARBARA BAUER BRIGGS FAMILY POOL
LIMITED POOL SCHEDULE THRU OCTOBER 1ST
- Water Aerobics – Monday-Thursday
- Sensory Swim – Saturday mornings
- Saturday & Sundays pool rental only
- Off Season Pool Schedule
POOL PERKS:
- Red Cross Certified Lifeguards
- Dive-In Movies (May-July)
- Covered Picnic Table Area
- Locker Rooms
- Concessions
- Splash Pad & Slide
- Water Aerobic Classes
- Lap Swim
- Sensory Swim
WATER AEROBICS
Aqua Zumba
- Monday/Wednesday at 9:30am
Joint Effort
- Tuesday/Thursday at 9:30am
SWIM LESSONS
At the Barbara Bauer Briggs Family YMCA, our Red Cross certified swim lesson program teaches children, youth and adults personal safety, stroke development and rescue to develop a life-long passion for swimming and water activities.
SWIM LESSONS CLOSED FOR 2026
POOL RENTAL
BRIGGS POOL RENTAL
*New Dates Available (Sept-Oct)*
YMCA $300/Community $350
- Must be paid in full when booking event
Rental Fee Includes:
- 2 hours of pool time
- Additional hour available for $100
- Up to 50 guests (swimming or not)
- Use of Pool Locker Rooms
- Lifeguard Coverage
Click here for rules/dates/times
Book Off Season Dates
LIFEGUARD CLASSES
2026 LIFEGUARD CLASSES CLOSED
This lifeguarding program trains lifeguards to act with speed and confidence in emergency situations both in and out of the water. To successfully complete the course, participant must complete class assignments and attendance requirements, pass the written exam and a practical water skills test.
Few things are more inviting than a bright blue, sparkling pool. At the YMCA of the Golden Crescent, we have several of them ready for swim lessons, water fitness, family fun and more.
From our kid-friendly pool at the Barbara Bauer Briggs Family YMCA to our Y managed city pools in Port Lavaca, Edna, Bay City, Point Comfort and Palacios, we have the space for you – welcoming people of all ages and abilities.
So whether you’re wanting the kids to learn about water safety or just working to stay fit and socially connected, the Y has a pool, program or lesson for you.
For more info about our Briggs Aquatics Program, contact Heather Webberding at 361-575-0511 or [email protected].
