Gahanna/John E. Bickley YMCA - YMCA of Central Ohio
Gahanna/John E. Bickley YMCA - YMCA of Central Ohio is a public swimming pool in Columbus, Ohio.
| Address | 555 YMCA Pl, Gahanna, OH 43230, USA |
| Rating | 4.4★ (549 Google reviews) |
| Phone | (614) 389-4529 |
| Type | public |
Best for: ["families", "lap swimmers", "fitness swimmers", "year-round swimming"]
About Gahanna/John E. Bickley YMCA - YMCA of Central Ohio
If you're in Columbus, specifically near Gahanna, the YMCA on YMCA Place is a pretty solid choice for a swim. It’s got a 4.4 rating from over 500 reviews on Google which is good. Most public pools, even at the YMCAs, operate with good hours and this one is open from 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM most weekdays. If you're a morning person, you can get a swim in before work. Weekends they cut back a little, closing at 6 PM on Saturday and Sunday. It's a public pool setup, so don't expect anything super fancy, but it gets the job done for exercise or just cooling off.
What are Gahanna/John E. Bickley YMCA - YMCA of Central Ohio's hours?
Gahanna/John E. Bickley YMCA - YMCA of Central Ohio posts these weekly hours. Call ahead to confirm holiday and seasonal changes.
| Monday | 5:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 – 6:00 PM |
Frequently asked questions
What are the hours for the Gahanna YMCA pool?
The pool is open Monday through Thursday from 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM. On Friday, it closes a bit earlier at 7:00 PM. For weekend swimming, Saturday hours are 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Sunday it's open from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Is the Gahanna YMCA pool good for kids and families?
Generally, YMCAs are very family friendly. With its public pool designation and typical YMCA programming, I'd say it's a good spot for kids and families. They usually have designated times or areas for different activities.
Are there other public pools in Columbus, Ohio?
Columbus is a big city with over 900,000 people, so yes, there are likely many other public pools. You'd want to check the City of Columbus Recreation and Parks Department website for a full list and their locations.
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