Arnold Recreation Center offers a variety of wonderful Aquatics experiences for all ages, interests, and skill levels! Please don’t hesitate to call us at 636-282-2380 with questions.

Extended Rec Center Swim Dates

Friday, December 27 – 10:00 am – 3:30 pm
Monday, December 30 – Noon – 7:30 pm
Friday, January 3, 10:00 am – 3:30 pm

Winter Indoor Pool Hours

Open Swim Times: (Purple slide and children’s play area open)

Monday: 4:00 – 7:30 pm
Wednesday: 4:00 – 7:30 pm
Friday: 10:00 am – Noon
Saturday: Noon – 5:30 pm
Sunday: Noon – 3:30 pm

Indoor Pool Hours of Operation: (Please note the specific times for each area of the Indoor Pool)

Mon – Thu: 5:30 am – 7:30 pm
Fri: 5:30 am – 3:30 pm
Sat: 7:00 am – 5:30 pm
Sun: 9:00 am – 3:30 pm

Recreational Swimming: The Recreation Center’s Indoor Pool offers recreational swim time.

Lap Swimming: The Indoor Pool lanes are reserved for lap swimmers and related exercise during specific times. See Lap Swimming schedule.

River/Vortex: The River/Vortex area is available to adults for exercise purposes only. See River/Vortex availability.

Outdoor Pool

Closed for the 2024 season. Visit this page in May 2025 for opening date and hours.

Important Outdoor Pool Reminders

  • Swimwear having zippers, rivets, or buckles damage the slide and are not permitted.
  • ALL toddlers MUST wear a swim diaper.
  • FOR YOUR SAFETY: Watches, necklaces, earrings, and other jewelry cannot be worn in the pool areas.
  • No outside food, beverages, or coolers allowed.
  • Children age 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

General Pool Rules

  • No outside food or drinks allowed in pool area.
  • No glass of any kind.
  • Children ages 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
  • Children 8 and under must have an adult in the water with them at all times. Children 9-14 must have paid adult present on the pool deck.
  • Even if you are not swimming you must pay to go downstairs.
  • If a child has a flotation device they must be in arms reach of an adult.
  • During non-recreation swim hours infants (2 years and under) must be in direct contact with an adult – while adult is exercising.

Indoor & Outdoor Pool Fees

The use of both the Indoor Pool and Outdoor Pool is FREE with a paid Arnold Recreation Center Membership. See Membership Plans for standard monthly rate pricing.

For non-members, the daily fee is as follows:

Individual Ages 5 – 54 $6
Seniors Ages 55+ $5
Ages 4 and Under FREE

Party Packages

To book a party at either our indoor or outdoor swimming pool, please visit our party packages page.

Swim Diaper Policy

ALL toddlers MUST wear a swim diaper along with a swimsuit. This guideline has been adopted for the health and safety of all patrons who swim in our facility and is strictly enforced. Swim diapers are available for purchase at the Front Desk for a minimal cost.

Scout Badges

We’re happy to work with troop leaders to complete most aquatic badges. In order to schedule a time for a troop, troop leaders should email us a list of badge requirements.

Closure Policy

To provide the best experience for our patrons, it is our goal to keep the pool open at all times. However, there are some situations that necessitate temporary closure of the pool.

We do not close the Indoor pool for thunderstorms or lightning, but we do need to clear the pool area if the tornado sirens are activated. In this event, we will clear everyone from the pool and pool deck into a safe part of the building such as the locker rooms.

We also close the pool if fecal matter or vomit is found in the pool. These are temporary pool closures and will be handled in the manner directed by the Jefferson County Health Code.

Lastly, we may also need to close for unforeseen maintenance issues. These happen on rare occasions and are done to maintain a safe environment.

The Pooch Plunge is held every September after the Outdoor Pool has closed for the season. Follow us on Facebook for further details.