Aquatics Center
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Pool Calendar
**schedule subject to change due to staffing**
Buddy Swim Policy:
All personnel must complete an Aquatic Facility Safety Checklist with the pool staff or Athletic Director prior to being authorized to use the pool for Buddy Swim. Pool staff will be available to conduct these checklists during lap swim hours.
The Aquatics Center is located in the Northern Lights Recreation Center. The pool, built in 1995, is 25 yards long and features a slide and zero entry handicap access. Activities offered at the pool include daily lap swimming, open swim, water aerobics and swim lessons (when instructors are available). Lap swimming and water aerobics are FREE to active duty and dependents. Pool passes are available for purchase at the Gear Issue desk for patrons who plan on visiting the pool on a more frequent basis.
Children swimming in the main body of the pool must be able to swim one length of the pool comfortably, or be in a life jacket or swimming next to an adult. Children using the slide or diving board must be able to pass the facility swim test.
The pool slide is open during Open Swim.
Come out and enjoy the warm waters of our aquatic facility.
Open Swim & Parent/Tot Swim Fees:
Prepaid Pool Punch Cards available for purchase at Gear Issue desk.
Adult 5 Pass Punch Card - $15
Adult 10 Pass Punch Card - $30
Child 5 Pass Punch Card - $10
Child 10 Pass Punch Card - $20
Updated Policies
Pool Facility Rules for Recreational Swim Periods:
All children under the age of 5 MUST always have a parent/guardian within arm’s reach in the pool, regardless of swimming abilities.
All children between the ages of 5 to 16 years of age must be able to pass the swim test to be in the pool without an adult within arm’s reach. NO EXCEPTIONS
If children 5-16 years of age CANNOT pass the swim test, they must have an adult IN THE WATER with them within arm’s reach. The child is also not allowed to go into the deep end without a Coast Guard approved life jacket and an adult within arm’s reach.
A lifeguard may require a child to wear a life jacket if they feel the child is unsafe without it, at any depth of the pool, and even if they are with their parent/guardian.
Patrons must be able to pass the swim test to use the slide, high jump, and rock wall.
Patrons wearing life jackets may use the diving board IF a parent/guardian is in the water, next to the diving board, ready to assist them.
Swim test requirements:
A patron must be able to swim the length of the pool (25 yards) and also be able to demonstrate a proper swim stroke. (examples: freestyle, breaststroke, butterfly, side stroke, elementary back stroke, and back stroke)
A patron must be able to jump into the pool and tread water in the deep end for 1 minute straight.
A patron must be able to get out of the pool in the deep end either by using a ladder or the edge of the pool.
Patrons CANNOT use doggy paddle for a swim stroke and CANNOT swim underwater for the entire length of the pool.
Patrons CANNOT wear fins or any other floatation device during the swim test.
If a child passes the swim test, their name will be added to the MWR system and is good for one year. Every time the child comes in for any event at the pool, they can check in with the front desk and get a green bracelet indicating they have already passed the swim test. Any child without one will either be asked to perform a swim test or will need a parent in the water with them within arm’s reach. The bracelet will be returned at the end of the event, at one of the drop-off boxes or at the front desk.
Swim tests will be available during the week, and we encourage participants to come in before the party if possible. Please check pool schedule for times.
Log in or create and account for the swim test here!
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Private Pool Rentals
The pool may be reserved for private events. Click the clink to request reserve a reservation! Pool Party Rentals
Featured Activities:
- Water Aerobics:
Available throughout the year. Routines are developed by the class instructor. A great way to stay in shape.
- Parent/Tot Swim:
A special time for young children and their parents. A great way to explore the world of aquatics with your toddler in a calming pool setting.
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