Pools & Water Sports
The City of Huntsville Parks and Recreation Department has two public indoor swimming facilities. All City of Huntsville swimming facilities have certified lifeguards.
Notice: Hours are subject to change due to holiday schedules, weather, etc. Please contact the facility directly to confirm current schedule.
AQUATIC FACILITY ADMISSION RATES
Rates apply at all City of Huntsville Aquatic Facilities.
General Admission………………………………$4
SWIM PASS RATES
Honored at all City of Huntsville Aquatic Facilities
3 Month Season Pass Rates
Family……………………………………………..$140
Single…………………………………………….. $70
30-Visit Punch Card……………………………..$90
By City Ordinance only persons 19 years of age or older can purchase a swim pass.
POOLS
The Huntsville Aquatics Center, formerly known as the Brahan Spring Park Natatorium, recently finished renovations that include the addition of a new 50-meter Competition Pool and a warm water Instructional Pool in addition to the Legacy Pool, original to the former “Nat.” With these renovations, the City now has two Olympic size pools for competition use and the largest spectator seating capacity in the state with over 1,400 seats. The new Instructional Pool provides warm water therapy at 90 degrees, an in water bench with jets and a handicapped access ramp into the water. The Instructional Pool replaces the therapy pool at the Jim Williams Aquatic Center.
Swim lessons, public swim, water aerobics and other classes are also offered at the new Huntsville Aquatics Center.
For information on lifeguard certification and re-certification classes, please contact the Training and Safety Programmer at (256) 427- 6713.
LEGACY POOL – CLOSED FOR RENOVATION UNTIL JUNE 1, 2018
Monday – Friday
Hours of Operation: 8:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
| Adult Lap Swim | 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. |
| Lap Swim | 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. |
| Aerobics Class | 9:15 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. |
| Public Swim | 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. |
| Diving Boards | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. |
Saturday
Hours of Operation: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
| Public Swim | 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
| Diving Boards | 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
| Lap Swim | 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
Sunday
Hours of Operation: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
| Public Swim | 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
| Diving Boards | 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
| Lap Swim | 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
INSTRUCTIONAL POOL
Monday – Friday
Hours of Operation: 7:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
| Water Exercise/Aerobics | 7:30 a.m. – 8:15 a.m.
12:15 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. 5:15 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
| Swim Lessons | 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.
6:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. |
| Adult Swim | 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. |
| Public Swim | 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. |
Saturday
Hours of Operation: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
| Adult Swim | 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. |
| Swim Lessons | 11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. |
| Public Swim | 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
Sunday
Hours of Operation: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
| Public Swim | 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
Spring Swim Lessons in the Instructional Pool
Price: $75 for 10 lessons
March 24 – May 26, 2018
Saturdays
| Sea Turtles (6 – 12 years old) | 9:15 a.m. – 10 a.m. |
| Sea Horses ( 6 – 12 years old) | 9:15 a.m. – 10 a.m. |
| Sea Sharks (6 – 12 years old) | 9:15 a.m. – 10 a.m. |
| *Baby and Me (6 months – 2 years old) | 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. |
| Tiny Tots (3 – 5 years old) | 11:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. |
| Mighty Minnows (3 – 5 years old) | 11:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. |
| Adult Beginner (13 years old and up) | 12 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. |
| Adult Intermediate (13 years old and up) | 12 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. |
*A parent is required in the water
April 2 – May 2, 2018
Mondays and Wednesdays
| Tiny Tots (3 – 5 years old) | 9 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. |
| Mighty Minnows (3 – 5 years old) | 9 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. |
| *Baby and Me (6 months – 2 years old) | 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. |
| Tiny Tots (3 – 5 years old) | 4:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Mighty Minnows (3 – 5 years old) | 4:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Sea Turtles (6 – 12 years old) | 4 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. |
| Sea Horses (6 – 12 years old) | 6:15 p.m. – 7 p.m. |
| Sea Sharks (6 – 12 years old) | 6:15 p.m. – 7 p.m. |
*A parent is required in the water
April 3 – May 3, 2018
Tuesdays and Thursdays
| *Baby and Me (6 months – 2 years old) | 9 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. |
| Sea Turtles (6 -12 years old) | 9 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. |
| Tiny Tots (3 – 5 years old) | 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. |
| Mighty Minnows (3 – 5 years old) | 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. |
| Tiny Tots (3 – 5 years old) | 4:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Sea Turtles (6 – 12 years old) | 4 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. |
| Sea Horses (6 – 12 years old) | 4 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. |
* A parent is required in the water
The instructional pool is closed to the public during Water Exercise class and Swim Lessons.
COMPETITION POOL
Monday-Friday
Hours of Operation: 8:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
| Lap Swim | 8:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. |
| Deep Water Aerobics | 9:15 a.m. – 10 a.m. |
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Hours of Operation: 8:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
| Long Course | 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. |
| Short Course | 2 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. |
| Swim Team | 3:30 p.m. (Lane space limited) |
Saturday
Hours of Operation: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
| Adult Lap Swim | 10:00 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
| Long Course | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. |
| Deep Water Aerobics | 10:00 a.m. – 11 a.m. |
| Short Course | 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. |
Sunday
Hours of Operation: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
| Lap Swim | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
| Water Polo Open Pickup | 2 p.m. – 3:34 p.m. |
The Dr. Richard Showers, Sr. Pool is the Citys newest public facility. This facility, open year round, offers a wide variety of American Red Cross swimming and educational classes including Lifeguard Training. The pool features 2 one meter Durafirm diving boards and is accessible by hydraulic chair lift. The pool water is a comfortable 84-85 degrees. Dr. Richard Showers, Sr. Pool is completely enclosed and has a climate control system for the year round comfort of the swimmer.
Monday-Friday
Hours of Operation: 6:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
| Public Swim & Diving Boards | 6:30 a.m. – 7:00 a.m.
8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
| Water Exercise | 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. |
| Water Aerobics | (M-Th) 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
(T,W,Th) 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. |
Saturday
Hours of Operation: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
| Adult Swim | 10 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. |
| Public Swim & Diving Boards | 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. |
Sunday
Hours of Operation: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
| Public Swim & Diving Boards | 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
Winter/Spring Swim Lessons at the Dr. Richard Showers, Sr. Pool
Price: $75 for 10 lessons
Register in person:
Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Sunday, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
February 20 – March 22, 2018
Tuesdays and Thursdays
| Adult Beginner (13 years and up) | 8:15 a.m. – 9 a.m. |
| Baby and Me (6 months – 2 years) (A parent is required in the water) | 11 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. |
| Tiny Tots (3 years – 5 years) | 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. |
| Tiny Tots (3 years – 5 years) | 5 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. |
| Sea Turtles (6 years – 12 years) | 5 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. |
March 12 – March 27, 2018
Monday – Thursday
| Adult Beginner (18+ years old) | 2:30 – 3:15 p.m. |
April 3 – May 3, 2018
Tuesdays and Thursdays
| *Baby and Me (6 months – 2 years) | 9 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. |
| Tiny Tots (3 years – 5 years) | 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. |
| Teen (13 – 18 years old) | 4:15 p.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Sea Turtles (6 years – 12 years) | 5 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. |
| **Women Only (female instructor) | 7 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. |
*A parent is required in the water
**Class on May 3 has been rescheduled to May 8
For more information or to find out about swim lessons, call (256) 851-4003
SPLASH PADS
The Bicentennial Park Splash Pad, located directly behind the EarlyWorks Children’s Museum is free to use with a gazebo for shade. Please be advised, there are no public bathrooms nearby.
315 Fountain Circle SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
Hours:
March 15 – November 15, Monday – Sunday, 9:00 a.m. – Dusk
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
(256) 883-3700
The Dr. Richard Showers, Sr. Splash Pad is free to use. It includes one large pavilion and has numerous shaded benches. Users of this splash pad have easy access to the bathrooms and locker rooms at the Dr. Richard Showers, Sr. Pool.
4600 Blue Springs Road NW, Huntsville, AL 35810
Open from May 1 until September 30, the Everybody Can Play Splash Pad, located at Brahan Spring Park, is free to use and includes a large pavilion that is available to rent. Bathrooms are attached to the splash pad for easy access.
500 Drake Avenue SW, Huntsville, AL 35905
Hours:
Monday through Sunday 10:00 a.m. – Dusk (closes for maintenance Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. and re-opens Wednesday at 11:00 a.m.)
Cost:
FREE
Phone:
(256) 883-3710
