Swimming the English Channel with Karen Zemlin

Join YWCA St. Paul Health & Fitness Center and swimmer Karen Zemlin, who recently completed the 21-mile challenge of swimming the English Channel!

Zemlin, who swam the Channel in just 10 hours and 17 minutes, holds the third fastest crossing time for 2019 and the second fastest by any swimmer age 50 or above ever! In addition to sharing her record-setting experience, Zemlin will dive into tips for turning worries into confidence, developing a practice of gratitude, and becoming aware of your weaknesses and learning how to overcome them.

Event Details:

Date and Time:
Thursday, November 21, 2019
7–8 p.m.

Event Location:
YWCA St. Paul
375 Selby Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55102

Registration

Are you a member of the Piranhas or Masters swim team, or their families? If so, please join us on Wednesday, November 20. Event details and registration can be found at bit.ly/englishswimyw.

Pool Closure – Today, Wednesday, January 28

The pool area will be closed from 10:00 am–4:00 pm today while a contractor investigates a possible leak in the hot tub. In order to properly test and locate the issue, the entire pool area needs to be completely empty during this time. We appreciate your understanding as we work to keep the space safe and fully operational.

Severe Weather Alert!

Due to severe weather conditions in our area, we have adjusted our operating hours to prioritize the safety of our members, staff, parents, and program participants.
Updated Hours:
  • Thursday, January 22: Gym closes early at 7:00 PM
  • Friday, January 23: Closed all day
  • Saturday, January 24: Reopens at 12:00 PM
Please stay safe and check back for updates as conditions evolve. Thank you for your understanding.