Wellmark YMCA

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Location

Des Moines, Iowa

Year Completed

2018

Waters Edge Aquatic Design and team worked with the YMCA of Greater Des Moines to develop an aquatic facility, housed in a new Y center, in the heart of downtown Des Moines. An existing conference center was renovated, and a new natatorium addition with 14,215 square feet of water surface area was constructed providing a massive transformation. The Wellmark YMCA, housing the MidAmerican Energy Company Aquatic Center, is now home to the Prairie Meadows Pool, the metro area's only indoor Olympic-size pool.

The 50-meter pool and 25-yard warm-up pool utilize the most up-to-date and effective innovations in pool mechanical systems. Pool amenities including a movable bulkhead, water basketball and volleyball, and seating for 1,500 spectators, provide an efficient use of space. The four-lane program pool is used for swim instruction and water exercise classes.

The final design is geared toward hosting major regional and national competitive events, as well as creating a space for training, fitness, water polo and synchronized swimming programs. Its prime downtown location connects it to multiple hotels and restaurants via indoor skywalks, adding to its value as a downtown asset for economic growth, health, and wellness.


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