We offer daily admission with no residency requirements. Adult: $6; youth (17 and under) and senior (55+): $5. Ages 3 and under, free with a paid adult swimmer.
This card is good for daily admission for you and your family members. One punch per visit per person. Valid for all public swim and lap swim times. Punch passes are not valid for Master's Swim times. Passes are valid at Mack Pool and all outdoor pools during the summer months. These passes are good for one year from the date of purchase and are not eligible for refund.
Monday-Friday, 7-8:15 a.m. (six lanes available for lap swim swimmers must exit facility at 8:15 a.m.)
Monday-Friday, 12:30-4 p.m. (five lanes available)
Monday-Friday, 7:30-9 p.m. (two lanes available)
Saturday, 5-6 p.m. (women's only swim)
We will be closed March 31.
Ann Arbor Octopods
An inclusive team for swimmers ages 5-17. Must be able to swim one length of the pool, front crawl. The Octopods Swim Team will participate in the Southern Michigan Swim League (SMSL) which offers competition in dual meets along with a championship meet each session.
Days and times are listed below, and swimmers will have to commit to a fixed practice schedule.
| Age Group | Practice Days and Times |
| 10 and under group 1 | Mondays and Wednesdays – 4-5 p.m. |
| 10 and under group 3 | Mondays and Wednesdays – 5-6 p.m. |
| 10 and under group 2 | Tuesdays and Thursdays - 4-5 p.m. |
| 10 and under group 4 | Tuesdays and Thursdays – 5-6 p.m. |
| 10 and under group 5 | Tuesdays and Thursdays – 6-7 p.m. |
11 and up group | Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays – 6–7:30 p.m. |
Sessions
Session 1- Sept. 25 to Dec. 8
Session 2 – Jan. 8 to March 22
Fees
$200 resident; $250 nonresident per session. Sign up a sibling and get $25 off for the second, third and fourth swimmer in your household.
Meet Schedule
TBD – Meets are typically weekday evenings and run from 6-8 pm with warmup starting at 5:30 p.m.
Parent/Guardian Expectations
Although it is not a requirement, we do appreciate any and all help to make our home swim meets a reality. We will be emailing information about swim meets and volunteer opportunities via email. Please make sure that your correct email is listed in your Civicrec account.
Team Contact Information
Have questions or want to talk to a coach? Contact us at [email protected]
Private Swim Lessons
Individual swim instruction for swimmers ages 3 to adult, each private lesson is 30-minutes long and customized to meet the needs of the swimming participant. Please call the pool to find out dates and times available; space is very limited. Private lessons are for one participant only. Fee: Half hour $18 resident; $22 nonresident. Lessons will be available Oct 14 to Dec 12 and Jan 8 to May 1. Registration for Jan and Feb will open Nov. 21. Registration for Mar and April will open Feb. 8.
Schedule
| Saturdays/Sundays | Mondays/Wednesdays/Thursdays/Fridays
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| 10-10:30 a.m. | 4:30-5 p.m. |
| 10:40-11:10 a.m. | 5:10-5:40 p.m. |
| 11:20-11:50 a.m. | 5:50-6:20 p.m. |
| 12-12:30 p.m. | 6:30-7 p.m. |
| 1:20-1:50 p.m. | 7:10-7:30 p.m.
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| 2-2:30 p.m. | |
| 2:40-3:10 p.m. |
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| 3:20-3:50 p.m. | |
| 4-4:30 p.m. |
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Group Swim Instruction
NEW: Aqua Infants Experience
These drop-in classes will offer an opportunity for your 6-12 month old swimmer to sing, swim and socialize. Each week, the instructor will lead the group in songs, games and activities that will help your little swimmer get comfortable in the water and learn a few skills. We will be offering 30 minute class the first and third Sunday of the month. Classes begin Sunday, Jan. 21 through April 21, 9:15-9:45 a.m. Fees: $7.25 per drop-in class or five punches for $30.
Traditional group lessons
Group lessons are offered for children ages 6 months and up. Class size is limited. Ability requirements must be honored unless prior instructor approval is granted. Swim lessons are 30 minutes and the fee is $55, resident; $67, nonresident. Eight lessons are included in each session.
Sessions
Session 5, March 2-April 27 (no classes March 30 and registration Feb. 8, 2024)
Session 6, March 3-April 28 (no classes March 31 and registration Feb. 8, 2024)
Level Descriptions
GUPPIES
This program helps toddlers ages 1 to 3 years old and their parent or adult to become comfortable in the water and to learn skills needed for continued comfort and enjoyment in the water.
GOLD FISH
A class for 3 and 4 your old swimmers who are just starting off. Swimmers will be in the water with only the instructor and will work on getting comfortable in the pool and some important basic skills.
MINNOWS
This class will work on building the basic skills in the water. Your 5 and 6 year old beginner swimmers will work towards more independence in the water. They will be challenged to float and move through the water on their own.
DOLPHINS
Fundamental aquatic skills for those who can fully submerge head, float independently, blow bubbles and feel comfortable in the water.
MAKO SHARKS
Beginning stroke development for those who can push off the side, flutter kick on back/front with arm actions and float on their front and back comfortably.
HAMMERHEAD SHARKS
Intermediate stroke development for those who can swim front and back crawl for 10 yards, demonstrate elementary backstroke and enter deep water comfortably.
TIGER SHARKS
Full stroke development for those who can swim front crawl for 15 yards with rotary breathing, swim backstroke for 15 yards and tread water for at least 30 seconds.
Saturday Lesson Schedule For Session 5
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Time |
Level |
| 10–10:30 a.m. | Guppies |
| 10:40-11:10 a.m. | Guppies |
| 11:20-11:50 a.m. | Minnows |
| 12-12:30 a.m. | Minnows |
| 1:40-2:10 p.m. | Minnows |
| 2:20-2:50 p.m. | Goldfish |
| 3-3:30 p.m. | Goldfish |
| 3:40-4:10 p.m. | Dolphins
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Sunday Lesson Schedule for Session 6
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Time |
Level |
Level |
| 10–10:30 a.m. | Guppies | Tiger Sharks |
| 10:40-11:10 a.m. | Guppies | Hammerhead Sharks |
| 11:20-11:50 a.m. | Minnows | Dolphins |
| 12-12:30 a.m. | Minnows | Mako Sharks |
| 1:40-2:10 p.m. | Minnows | Dolphins |
| 2:20-2:50 p.m. | Goldfish | Dolphins |
| 3-3:30 p.m. | Goldfish | Mako Sharks |
| 3:40-4:10 p.m. | Dolphins | Mako Sharks
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Lifeguard Certification
The Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification program is open to ages 15 years old and up. Participants gain valuable experience to prepare them to be lifeguards when they turn 16. Fifteen-year-olds who complete this course will be eligible for the city's Lifeguard in Training Volunteer Program and receive the following American Red Cross certifications: Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR and AED. Each class meeting will include classroom and pool time. This course is a hybrid course, requiring participants to complete at least five hours of independent work prior to the start of the course. Registration for this course will close seven days prior to the course start date. Register by calling 734.794.6237 or go to Mack Indoor Pool (715 Brooks St., inside Ann Arbor Open School). Fee: $200.
Participants who successfully complete the course, apply, are hired, and begin work at any of the 4 City of Ann Arbor public pools, will receive a full refund for the course.
No refunds will be issued for failure to pass a certification or re-certification course.
Session 1, April 26-28 (registration begins Jan. 22, 2024)
Friday, 5-7 p.m. | Saturdays, noon-5 p.m. | Sundays, noon-5 p.m.
Lifeguard Recertification
The Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation American Red Cross Lifeguard Recertification program is open to current lifeguard certification holders. This recertification course results in the following American Red Cross certifications: Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR and AED. This course is a hybrid course, requiring participants to complete at least five hours of independent work prior to the start of the course. Registration will close seven days prior to the course start date. Register by calling 734.794.6237 or go to Mack Indoor Pool (715 Brooks St., inside Ann Arbor Open School). Fee: $100.
Participants who successfully complete the course, apply, are hired, and begin work at any of the 4 City of Ann Arbor public pools, will receive a full refund for the course.
No refunds will be issued for failure to pass a certification or re-certification course.
Session 1, April 26-28 (registration begins Jan. 22, 2024)
Friday, 5-7 p.m. | Saturdays, noon-5 p.m. | Sundays, noon-5 p.m.
