Making a Splash — Big News for Lionville in 2026!

A Brand-New Outdoor Pool is Coming to the Lionville Community YMCA! 
A group of kids splash and play in the outdoor swimming pool.
May 29, 2025

We’re thrilled to share exciting news with our Lionville and Exton families — the YMCA of Greater Brandywine’s Board of Directors has unanimously approved the full rebuild of the outdoor pool at the Lionville Community YMCA! 

Construction will begin in Summer 2025, and the new pool will be ready to welcome you back for Summer 2026. 

This major investment reflects our ongoing commitment to the health, happiness, and well-being of our members and the greater community. The new pool will serve as a vibrant hub for family fun and recreation, swimming lessons and youth programs, water fitness and summer memories!  

We’re building more than just a pool — we’re creating a space where all generations can come together to move, connect, and thrive. 

Stay tuned for: 

  • Construction updates 

  • Behind-the-scenes sneak peeks 

  • Grand opening details 

  • Ways to get involved and support the project 

Thank you for being part of the Y — we can’t wait to make waves with you again! 
 

Frequently Asked Questions
 

  1. When will the Outdoor Pool reopen? The pool will reopen in time for the 2026 summer season. 
  2. Why has the pool been closed? The outdoor pool was permanently closed in 2023 due to costly repairs combined with dwindling usage and staffing shortages coming out of the pandemic. 
  3. What will be included in the new pool? The new design features extended lap lanes, engaging water features, and will offer spaces for swim lessons, youth camps, fitness classes, and open swim for all ages.