The goal for the Bloomington-Normal YMCA was to build a welcoming, uplifting and inspiring place, focusing on universal design concepts by expanding the Americans with Disabilities Act to accommodate people with mobility issues. The final design resulted from a combination of market research, community needs assessment and related learnings stemming from the YMCA’s strategic planning process.
The new facility offers an indoor family and therapy pool; an expanded gym with fitness-tracking cardio and wellness equipment; a basketball court with an indoor track on the upper level; three group fitness studios that house Spin, Zumba, yoga or free-weight classes; and an outdoor rooftop terrace where people can hang out or host workouts. The aquatic center has two sections: a competitive pool on one side and an ADA-accessible, warm-water therapy pool on the other. The therapy pool also has a zero-depth entry, a splash pad and a river current section to help with individual rehabilitation.
In addition to the nearly 76,000-square-foot facility, the YMCA offers expanded programs for youths and adults interested in sports, electronic sports and enrichment programs for youths and teens.
LEAD ARCHITECT
Farnsworth

AQUATIC DESIGN CONSULTANT
COMPONENTS
• 4,250-square-foot competition pool with eight 25-yard lap lanes
• Stair entry
• 2,450-square-foot leisure pool with three 60-foot lap lanes
• Zero entry and ramp
• Current channel
• Two underwater benches
• Therapy rails
• Various spray features
| Chemical Control Systems | BECS Technology Inc. |
| Scoreboard/Timing Systems | Colorado Time Systems |
| Lane Markers | Competitor Swim |
| Filtration Systems, VDF | Neptune Benson/Xylem |
| ADA Lifts, Ladders/Grab Bars, Starting Blocks | Spectrum Aquatics |
Broomfield Community Center
