Pilot Family YMCA

Pilot Family YMCA The Y is a charitable, cause-driven organization that is for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
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06/08/2026

The Y Feeds Kids!

Across 10 drive-thru grab-n-go sites, 6 YMCA summer day camps, and community lunches at our Pilot Y Outdoor Pool, we served 27,739 meals in Week 2… WHOA!

That brings our summer total to 52,116 meals served so far.

Behind every number is a child who is nourished, a parent who can breathe a little easier, and a family who knows they’re supported.

We’re honored to help take worry off parents’ plates, and put full, healthy meals on them.

It’s not too late to be part of this mission!

👉 Volunteer at a grab-n-go site: https://qrco.de/bgiMQ0
👉 Sign up to receive meals: https://qrco.de/bgiLw

Together, we can make sure kids are fed and ready for a summer of fun.

Free Summer Meals at the Pilot Family Y Outdoor Pool!Our Pilot Family YMCA is offering FREE daily meals for kids all sum...
06/03/2026

Free Summer Meals at the Pilot Family Y Outdoor Pool!

Our Pilot Family YMCA is offering FREE daily meals for kids all summer long, and it’s truly open to everyone.

Who is eligible?
- ANYONE 18 and under. No exceptions.
- No YMCA membership required.
- No guest pass needed.
- No ID required.
- No income requirements.

When & Where:
📍 Outdoor Pool at the Pilot Family Y, 400 N. Winston Rd. Knoxville, TN 37909
📅 Monday–Friday
⏰ 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
☀️ All summer long

Come as you are, bring your friends, and come eat with us!

06/03/2026

At the Y, we let kids be kids.

We create space for kids to imagine, create, and just be kids. While you swim, lift, play pickleball, or join a group fitness class, your kids are in a safe, nurturing environment that supports their spirit, mind, and body.

Child Watch is available:
Mon-Fri Mornings: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sat Mornings: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mon-Fri Evenings: 4:00 – 8:00 PM
Sun: 1:00 - 4:00 PM

Try the Y and see. There's no place like this place.

🍎 24,377 Meals Served in Week 1! 🍎Behind the scenes, our YMCA Summer Food Program is hard at work all across East Tennes...
06/02/2026

🍎 24,377 Meals Served in Week 1! 🍎

Behind the scenes, our YMCA Summer Food Program is hard at work all across East Tennessee making sure kids are nourished, energized, and ready for a summer full of fun.

When school is out, it can be tough for families to replace the school breakfasts and lunches kids rely on during the year. That’s where the Y steps in.

From Grainger, Union, and Blount County to right here in the heart of Knoxville, we’re serving meals to kids who might not otherwise have enough food on the table. Some families swing by local elementary schools to pick up a full week of meals, 7 breakfasts and 7 lunches, through our grab-and-go lines. Others receive meals at our YMCA Summer Day Camps, where kids enjoy breakfast and supper alongside all the fun. And at our Pilot Y outdoor pool, any child can stop by, sit down, and share lunch with us, no membership required.

In just ONE week, our incredible staff and volunteers have served 24,377 meals:
🥞 11,997 breakfasts
🥪 11,745 lunches
🍽️ 635 suppers

That’s a lot of full bellies, and a lot of impact.

Want to be part of it? Visit ymcaetn.org/food to sign up for a volunteer shift. Help the Y feed kids this summer!

May is National Water Safety Month All month long, we're sharing water safety tips to help keep everyone safe around th...
05/30/2026

May is National Water Safety Month

All month long, we're sharing water safety tips to help keep everyone safe around the water.

Rule #6: Know What to Do (Before You Need To).

Learn basic water safety skills and what to do in an emergency. Knowing how to call for help, reach or throw a flotation device, and alert a lifeguard can make a big difference. Being prepared helps you stay calm and act quickly if something happens.

Take Action! Register for Y Swim Lessons at ymcaetn.org/swim.

Summer showed up for Memorial Day... even if it forgot about us today. 😆☔While today's weather has us wondering what mon...
05/30/2026

Summer showed up for Memorial Day... even if it forgot about us today. 😆☔

While today's weather has us wondering what month it is, Monday couldn't have been more different. Thanks to everyone who joined us for our Family BBQ as we celebrated the unofficial start of summer at the Pilot Family YMCA!

As we turn the calendar to June, our Outdoor Pool becomes one of the busiest places in our community!

Beginning this week, we are excited to welcome our YMCA of East Tennessee Summer Campers to the pool each day, alongside our YMCA Marlins Swim Team, water fitness participants, and members and families enjoying everything summer has to offer.

With hundreds of children and families spending time around the water throughout the season, water safety remains one of our highest priorities. Through active lifeguard supervision, swim testing, designated swim areas, and our Test. Mark. Protect. approach, we're committed to helping create a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone who visits the pool.

We're looking forward to another great summer filled with sunshine, swimming, friendships, and family memories!
☀️😎

May is National Water Safety Month All month long, we're sharing water safety tips to help keep everyone safe around th...
05/29/2026

May is National Water Safety Month

All month long, we're sharing water safety tips to help keep everyone safe around the water.

Rule #5: Don't Hold Your Breath (Literally).

Avoid breath-holding games or long underwater challenges. These can be dangerous and increase the risk of shallow water blackout. Always come up for air and swim safely. Save underwater swimming for short distances with supervision.

Take Action! Register for Y Swim Lessons at ymcaetn.org/swim.

May is National Water Safety Month All month long, we're sharing water safety tips to help keep everyone safe around th...
05/27/2026

May is National Water Safety Month

All month long, we're sharing water safety tips to help keep everyone safe around the water.

Rule #4: Suit Up Like a Pro.

Wear a properly fitted, U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket when around water, especially for new or developing swimmers. Make sure it fits snugly and is appropriate for your size and activity. Life jackets add an extra layer of protection and help keep heads above water.

Take Action! Register for Y Swim Lessons at ymcaetn.org/swim.

May is National Water Safety Month All month long, we're sharing water safety tips to help keep everyone safe around th...
05/23/2026

May is National Water Safety Month

All month long, we're sharing water safety tips to help keep everyone safe around the water.

Rule #3: Buddy Up or Dry Out.

Always swim with a buddy so someone is there if you need help. If you don't have a buddy, it's best to stay out of the water until you do. Swimming with a friend helps everyone stay safer and makes it easier to get attention quickly if needed.

Take Action! Register for Y Swim Lessons at ymcaetn.org/swim.

Memorial Day Weekend means summer pool season is here at the Pilot Family YMCA Outdoor Aquatic Center!As we kick off on...
05/22/2026

Memorial Day Weekend means summer pool season is here at the Pilot Family YMCA Outdoor Aquatic Center!

As we kick off one of our busiest swimming weekends of the year during National Water Safety Month, our aquatics team is ready with our Test. Mark. Protect. swim safety system to help keep every swimmer safer and more confident in the water.

🏊‍♂️ TEST – Swimmers complete a swim assessment with our YMCA lifeguards
🟢🟡🔴 MARK – Colored necklaces help quickly identify swim ability levels
🛟 PROTECT – Lifeguards, staff, AND guardians work together to create a safer pool environment!

From first-time swimmers to confident deep-water adventurers, these procedures help us provide a fun, family-friendly outdoor pool experience for everyone all summer long.

Huge shoutout to our amazing YMCA staff and lifeguards who help make safety a priority every single day. Here’s to sunshine, safe swimming, and a summer full of memories at the YMCA of East Tennessee!

Address

Knoxville, TN
37909

Opening Hours

Monday 5am - 10pm
Tuesday 5am - 10pm
Wednesday 5am - 10pm
Thursday 5am - 10pm
Friday 5am - 10pm
Saturday 7am - 6pm
Sunday 1pm - 6pm

Telephone

+18656909622

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