Open Swim and Lap Swimming

Indoor season passes are offered and are valid for 11 months of the year starting in January (the month of August is excluded for annual maintenance). The season pass will provide access for individuals or families during lap and open swim times only. Classes and programs will still require registration and fees. 

Individuals and anyone over the age of 13 may use the season pass during any open or lap swim time without advance registration. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult during all open and lap swim activities. Lap swim is reserved for exercise only, children must have passed the swim test and be able to swim at a pace reflective of exercise swimming in order to attend during designated lap swim time. 

Pass Types

Individual

Anyone age 13 or older

Family

Up to 2 adults and permanently residing children under 18

Senior

Anyone age 50 or older

Annual Pass

Monthly Pass

Daily Pass

This information is for indoor season passes only, summer outdoor season passes will be re-evaluated for Summer 2025.

This Week’s Schedule

Holidays, special events, staffing needs or mechanical issues may impact the schedule.

Rules and Regulations

• • Swimming is permitted only when a lifeguard is on duty.
  • This is a family-friendly area. Be considerate, and watch your language.
  • Children under 13 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult over 18.
  • Children under 9 must be within arm’s reach of an adult over 18. An adult in proper swimwear must remain with child at all times — both in and out of the water.
  • All bags and coolers are subject to search at any time.
  • A Columbus Recreation and Parks Leisure Card is required for entry for anyone 3 years old and older.
  • Pool pass or daily admission payment is required for entry (even if you do not plan to swim). No re-entry without the current proof of admission.
  • Proper swimwear is required. Please refer to swimwear regulations and guidelines signage or ask the front desk for assistance.
  • The City of Columbus reserves the right to prohibit entry to or remove anyone from the premises due to safety concerns. This includes but is not limited to: equipment or chemical malfunction,
    weather and/or safety emergencies, public impairment, unsafe behavior, and/ or failure to follow pool area rules.

  The complete list of rules and regulations is available online or posted inside the pool. If you have questions or concerns, please speak with management on-site.

Columbus Recreation and Parks Department offers affordable swimming lessons taught by qualified swim lesson instructors. All classes are 30 minutes. Check out the prerequisites and information about what you can expect to learn from each lesson level.

Financial Assistance

• PLAY Scholarships are available to help cover $20 in fees. Explore requirements.

Parent and Infant

Age: 6 mo. to 3 years

Explore

Pre-K

Age: 3-5

Explore

School Age

Age:  6-14 years

Adult

Age:  15+

The water offers a unique workout environment that is low impact but also high resistance making it an excellent option for a variety of fitness needs including therapeutic, strength and flexibility.

Financial Assistance

• PLAY Scholarships are available to help cover $20 in fees. Explore requirements.
• Senior Discounts provide $15 off a program per session for participants over the age of 50.

Deep Water Fitness Classes

Classes are weekly and offer two 60-minute classes or three 45-minute classes.

Evening Water Fitness Classes

Classes are weekly and offer two 60-minute classes.

Low Impact Water Fitness Classes

Classes are weekly and offer three 45-minute classes.