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ARC Water Zone

The Water Zone is the ARC's 12,988 sq. ft. aquatic area that includes a leisure pool maintained at 84-86 degrees with zero depth entry, interactive water play structure, triple-loop water slide, lazy river, vortex, three 25-yard lap lanes and a heated hydro-therapy pool. This area also includes two wet multipurpose rooms that can host birthday parties and are available for other party rentals.

Pool Schedule

Due to some end-of-school parties at the ARC, some hours have changed for the Water Zone:

April 30 - school swim from 12-2 pm (one lap available)

May 11- Lap/spa/walk from 10 am to 2 pm, school swim time 12-2 pm

May 15 - Lap/spa/walk from 11 am to 1 pm, school swim time 1-3 pm

 

Holiday Hours

May 28 11am-12pm Lap Swimming
  12-5pm Rec Swim
Jul 4 11am-12pm Lap Swimming
  12-5pm Rec Swim
Sep 3 11am-12pm Lap Swimming
  12-5pm Rec Swim

March 11, 2012 to June 2, 2012
SUNDAY MON/WED TUES/THURS FRIDAY SATURDAY
ARC opens at 11am
Lap/Spa/Walk
5:45am-7am
Lap/Spa/Walk
5:45am-7am
Lap/Spa/Walk
5:45am-7am
ARC opens at 8am
Lap/Spa/Walk
7am-8am
7am-7:50am
Lap/Spa/Walk
7am-8am
Water Aerobics
8am-8:50am
8am-8:50am
Water Aerobics
8am-8:50am
Water Aerobics
8:10am-9am
Water Aerobics
9am-9:50am
Water Aerobics
9am-9:50am
Water Aerobics
9am-9:50am
9:10am-10am
Moving My Joints
10am-10:50am
Lap/Spa/Walk
10am-1:30pm
Moving My Joints
10am-10:50am
Swim Lessons***
10:10am-10:55am

Lap/Spa/Walk
11am-12pm

Little Swimmers
11am-12pm
Little Swimmers
11am-12pm
(ARC members free)

Lap/Spa/Walk
11am-1:30pm

Swim Lessons***
11:10am-11:55am
Rec Swim
12pm-7:30pm
Lap/Spa/Walk
11am-1:30pm
Pool Closed
1:30-3pm

Pool Closed
1:30pm-3pm

Rec Swim
12pm-7:30pm
Rec Swim
3pm-5:30pm

Pool Closed
1:30pm-3pm

**Spa will be closed 1:30-6pm for Maintenance every Wed**

Little Swimmers
4:30pm-5:30pm
Water Aerobics
5:40pm-6:30pm
Lap/Spa/Walk
3pm-4pm

Lap/Spa/Walk
3pm-4pm

Lap/Spa/Walk
6:30pm-9pm

Rec Swim
4pm-9pm

Rec Swim
4pm-9pm

ARC Closes at 8pm

ARC Closes at 8pm

* Due to School Rentals, the Water Zone schedule may vary a few days during April / May.
***Lap/Spa/Walk is available when lessons are NOT in session.
Please call or look for special notices posted at the facility.
Classes listed in GRAY are included with Daily, Multi and Annual Membership Passes.
Spa will be open when activities are scheduled in the pool except private rentals. Lap Swim is available during all Rec Swim times. Spa Maintenance will occur each Wednesday.

 

June 3, 2012 to August 18, 2012
Pool will be closed July 28 - August 5, 2012 for annual maintenance
SUNDAY MON/WED TUES/THURS FRIDAY SATURDAY
ARC opens at 11am
Lap/Spa/Walk
5:45am-7am
Lap/Spa/Walk
5:45am-7am
Lap/Spa/Walk
5:45am-7am
ARC opens at 8am
Lap/Spa/Walk
7am-8am
7am-7:50am
Lap/Spa/Walk
7am-8am
Water Aerobics
8am-8:50am
8am-8:50am
Water Aerobics
8am-8:50am
Water Aerobics
8:10am-9am
Water Aerobics
9am-9:50am
Water Aerobics
9am-9:50am
Water Aerobics
9am-9:50am
9:10am-10am
Moving My Joints
10am-10:50am

Lap/Spa/Walk
10am-12pm

Moving My Joints
10am-10:50am
Swim Lessons***
10:10am-10:55am

Lap/Spa/Walk
11am-12pm

Little Swimmers
11am-12pm

Little Swimmers
11am-12pm

Swim Lessons***
11:10am-11:55am
Rec Swim
12pm-7:30pm

Rec Swim
12pm-9pm

**Spa will be closed 1:30-6pm for Maintenance every Wed**

Rec Swim
12pm-5:30pm

 

Rec Swim
12pm-9pm
Rec Swim
12pm-7:30pm
Water Aerobics
5:40pm-6:30pm
Swim Lessons***
6:45pm-7:30pm

Swim Lessons***
7:45pm-8:15pm

ARC Closes at 8pm

Lap/Spa/Walk
8:15pm-9pm
ARC Closes at 8pm

* Due to School Rentals, the Water Zone schedule may vary a few days during April / May.
***Lap/Spa/Walk is available when lessons are NOT in session.
Please call or look for special notices posted at the facility.
Classes listed in GRAY are included with Daily, Multi and Annual Membership Passes.
Spa will be open when activities are scheduled in the pool except private rentals. Lap Swim is available during all Rec Swim times. Spa Maintenance will occur each Wednesday.

 


Pool Features

  • Heated Indoor Facility
  • Lazy River
  • Water Play Structure
  • Hydro Therapy Pool
  • Three 25-Yard Lap Lanes
  • Triple Loop Water Slide
  • Zero Depth Entry
  • Vortex
  • Concession Area
  • Party Rooms Available for Rental


Water Play Structure
Photo of water play structure at the ARC Water Zone

   

Triple-Loop Water Slide
Photo of ARC triple loop water slide

Lazy River
Photo of Water Zone lazy river

   
Lap Lanes
Photo of lap lanes at the ARC Water Zone
Vortex
Photo of vortex at the ARC Water Zone
   
Hydro-Therapy Pool
Photo of the ARC hydro-therapy pool
Concession Area
Photo of concession area

Pool Programs

Rec Swim

Photo of girl in the ARC Water ZoneRec swim is open swim time for pass holders. Try the three-story water slide, take a trip around the lazy river, or go for a spin in the vortex. Children 10 years and under can enjoy the zero-depth entry and water play feature. In addition, there are three 25-yard lap lanes available during scheduled rec swim hours for your workout. See the pool schedule for rec swim hours.

Lap/Spa/Walk

Water provides the opportunity to exercise in numerous ways that are not available in typical land based activities. Water lends itself to a well-balanced workout that improves all major components of physical fitness, aerobic training, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility and body composition. Patrons 16 years of age and older can enjoy the Hydro Therapy Pool. (Lap/water walking is not available during Water Boot Camp, Water Zumba, or swim lessons.) Check the pool schedule for lap/spa/walk hours.

Photo of Water Aerobics ClassWater Aerobics Class

This low impact activity uses water as resistance to improve your strength, posture, flexibility and coordination while getting a great cardiovascular workout. Work at your own pace, whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced level participant. Pass holders pay no additional fee for this class. See the pool schedule for class days/times.

Moving My Joints

This class is for those who are challenged by arthritis or have special conditions that make the other group fitness classes too difficult. This session is beneficial for participants who need a slower paced workout. Pass holders pay no additional fee for this class.See the pool schedule for class days/times.

Little Swimmers at the ARC

Photo of swimming at the ARC Water ZoneAges: 8 years and under (w/adult supervision)
Price: $1 for all pass holder participants. Check free day schedule for ARC members.
Come enjoy the water play structure, zero-depth area and the lazy river of the ARC Water Zone during a time specifically reserved for the little ones and an adult playmate. Day care providers, please see our special day care swim times. Daily admission fee is required for all participants, which includes the little ones (8 years and under) and their adult playmates. Children 8 years and under must be accompanied by an adult (16 years and older).

Note: No Little Swimmers on holidays - Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday, July 4th, Memorial Day, or Labor Day.

PRICE
TIME
DAYS
FREE DAY(S)
FOR ARC MEMBERS
DATES
$1 11am-12pm Mon-Thurs Tues/Thurs Mar 12-May 31
$1 11-12pm Mon/Wed/Fri Fri Jun 4-Aug 17

Day Care Swim

Ages: 10 years and under (w/adult supervision - 16 yrs. & older)
Price:
$1 for all pass holder participants.
Reservations required.
Home day cares and day care centers are welcome to bring their children to enjoy the water play structure and zero-depth area of the ARC Water Zone in a time specifically reserved for you. Reservations are required. Call 874-7700 to make a reservation. This activity is for ages 10 years and under with adult supervision (16 years and older). Required adult to child ratios:

PRICE
TIME
DAYS
DATES
$1 10-11:00am Tues/Thurs Mar 13-May 31
$1 10-11:00am Mon/Wed/Fri Jun 4-Aug 17
 
 
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