Are you looking for a new fitness challenge for 2026?  Do you think you have what it takes to swim 100 miles? Now is your chance to put yourself to the test and see how far you are able to swim during the year and possibly achieve the lofty goal of 100 miles.  Whether it be by doggy paddling three times a week or freestyling every day, we want to see you succeed!

The 100 Mile Swim Challenge is a year-long challenge that can be done anytime during open lap swim time.

Start Date: January 1, 2026

Cost: $35  (Register before 12/5 for the discounted rate)

Non-Members may participate (day pass payment still needed each day)

Age Group: Must be 8 years of age at the start of the program

length of pool = 25 yards

1 lap = 50 yards

1,760 yards = 1 mile

35 laps = 1 mile

2 miles a week equals 100 miles in about 50 weeks

3 miles a week equals 100 miles in about 33 weeks

1 mile a day, 5 days a week, equals 100 miles in 20 weeks

Distance will be tracked on a spreadsheet on the pool deck. Report each swim session distance to any lifeguard or Y staff on duty!

T-shirts will be awarded to those that complete the near half way point, AKA the Y-Loop (48.1 miles = the distance between all YMCA’s in the Berks County Association) and the full 100 miles. Prizes will be given to the FIRST PERSON to complete the 100 miles and to the person to have the MOST MILES at the end of the year. Winners will be announced and contacted January 2, 2027!

For more information or any questions, please contact Rebecca Beres at [email protected] or 610-378-4733.