With two big water-park slides for the older kids and a fun pirate ship with a minislide for the little guys, the East Communities YMCA pool area is a real cool-off haven. There are lots of bubbling little fountains, plenty of lifeguards, and a cool tile-and-concrete surface combo that offers great traction. There's a regular pool, too, that never gets deeper than 4 feet 6 inches, with lap lanes for adults. Plenty of floaties and noodles are available. Gigantic umbrellas to shade the whole family. You don't have to be a Y member to enjoy the facility – just buy a summer swim card for 50 bucks. Swim lessons are also available for all ages.
