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Aquatic & Fitness Center POOL

The Aquatic and Fitness Center Natatorium houses an Olympic size pool (50 meters x 25 yards) that includes two movable bulkheads, which can divide the pool into two 8 lane by 25 yard pools with an open recreation area or reconfigured to an 8 lane 50 meter pool. There are two one meter and two three meter springboards; which are for competition or authorized use only.

All competition spectator seating is located on the observation deck that is accessible from the main lobby of the Aquatic and Fitness Center. We also offer water basketball daily in the shallow open recreation area. The pool is handicap accessible with an aquatic lift, and is kept at a comfortable workout temperature between 79-81 degrees. Pool Schedule.

AFC Pool
AFC Pool
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Also located in the Natatorium area is a shallow warm water pool that is ideal for children of all ages. The temperature is kept at approximately 89 degrees and has a zero depth ramp for easy handicap access.

A spacious 16 person whirlpool kept around 104 degrees and dry co-ed sauna are perfect for adults to relax and regenerate after a hard day at work or a tough workout.


ANNOUNCEMENT 2/7/08: Aquatic & Fitness Center to add Ultra Violet Technology to the Pool

After a extensive evaluation of all systems that service both the air quality and water quality within the aquatic space, we have installed an Ultra Violet Light system to support all three pools located in the Aquatic & Fitness Center. The aquatic aspect of the AFC is now in its eleventh year of operation and technologies have improved to provide the optimal environment for all users. This technology uses the concept of the water passing by UV lights which in turn "cleans" or sanitizes the water. The good news is that most facilities utilizing this system have realized a decrease up to 50% of the amount of chlorine that is necessary to maintain optimal water, greatly improving the aquatic environment. We are most excited about this important addition to the AFC Pool  and how it will impact all of our aquatic users.

 

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