The 2026 Polar Bear Swim dates and times are below.
More information can be found on the Polar Bear Swim and Challenge webpage.
Registration opening soon!
Sun., February 1st: 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Sat., February 21: 11:45 a.m., 12:45 p.m. and 1:45 p.m.
Sat., February 21: 2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m.
Swim assessments are available at the YMCA whenever "Family Play" is listed on their pool schedule. To view their pool schedule and book a time to take your swim assessment, visit the YMCA of the Triangle's schedule page, then scroll down to "Pool Schedules," filter the category to "Family Play" and change the location to a pool near you. Upon arrival, please head to the front desk for assistance in directing you to the lifeguard's office. You can take the swim assessment even if you are not a member of the YMCA.