Aquatic Activities: 100-Mile Swim Challenge
In progress since Jan 1, through Dec 31 · Member $35.00, Non-Member $35.00 · Ages 8 and up
About the class
Swimmers at the Reading YMCA take on a 100 mile goal over the course of the year. You swim during open lap swim times at your own pace, whether that is steady freestyle or a relaxed doggy paddle. Each time you finish a session, report your distance to any lifeguard or Y staff on the pool deck so your miles are tracked toward your official total.
The pool is 25 yards long, so one lap out and back is 50 yards, and a mile works out to 1,760 yards, or about 35 laps. Two miles a week puts 100 miles within reach in about 50 weeks, and a mile a day five days a week gets you there much sooner. T-shirts go to swimmers who reach 48.1 miles, called the Y Loop because it matches the distance among all five branches in the association, and to those who finish all 100 miles. Prizes go to the first person to complete the challenge and to the swimmer with the most miles at the end.
Swimmers must be at least 8 years old at the start of the challenge. Register online or at the front desk. For questions, contact Rebecca Beres at the Reading YMCA, 610-378-4733.
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Reading YMCA in Reading, PA, is a non-profit organization offering diverse fitness facilities including a celebrated pool area. Known for friendly service, particularly by staff members Angie and Adrian, it provides comprehensive equipment and recreational amenities for all ages.
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