Indoor Pools in Denver, CO

Hours on Google Maps (not confirmed with the pool)

Google's hours can be out of date, especially outside the pool season. Call before you go.

Prices

Adult (18+) - Wheat Ridge resident

$7.50

Adult (18+) - Jeffco resident

$8.50

Adult (18+) - Non-resident

$9.50

Youth (3-17)/Senior (65+) - Wheat Ridge resident

$6

Youth (3-17)/Senior (65+) - Jeffco resident

$7

Youth (3-17)/Senior (65+) - Non-resident

$8

10 Visit Pass - Adult (18+) - Wheat Ridge resident

$64

10 Visit Pass - Adult (18+) - Jeffco resident

$72

10 Visit Pass - Adult (18+) - Non-resident

$81

10 Visit Pass - Youth (3-17)/Senior (65+) - Wheat Ridge resident

$51

10 Visit Pass - Youth (3-17)/Senior (65+) - Jeffco resident

$60

10 Visit Pass - Youth (3-17)/Senior (65+) - Non-resident

$68

Month-to-Month Pass - Adult (18+) - Wheat Ridge resident

$45

Month-to-Month Pass - Adult (18+) - Jeffco resident

$51

Month-to-Month Pass - Adult (18+) - Non-resident

$57

Month-to-Month Pass - Youth (3-17)/Senior (65+) - Wheat Ridge resident

$36

Month-to-Month Pass - Youth (3-17)/Senior (65+) - Jeffco resident

$42

Month-to-Month Pass - Youth (3-17)/Senior (65+) - Non-resident

$48

Month-to-Month Pass - Household Duo - Wheat Ridge resident

$72

Month-to-Month Pass - Household Duo - Jeffco resident

$82

Month-to-Month Pass - Household Duo - Non-resident

$91

Month-to-Month Pass - Household of 3 - Wheat Ridge resident

$100

Month-to-Month Pass - Household of 3 - Jeffco resident

$115

Month-to-Month Pass - Household of 3 - Non-resident

$130

Annual Pass - Adult (18+) - Wheat Ridge resident

$450

Annual Pass - Adult (18+) - Jeffco resident

$510

Annual Pass - Adult (18+) - Non-resident

$570

Annual Pass - Youth (3-17)/Senior (65+) - Wheat Ridge resident

$360

Annual Pass - Youth (3-17)/Senior (65+) - Jeffco resident

$420

Annual Pass - Youth (3-17)/Senior (65+) - Non-resident

$480

Annual Pass - Household Duo - Wheat Ridge resident

$720

Annual Pass - Household Duo - Jeffco resident

$820

Annual Pass - Household Duo - Non-resident

$910

Annual Pass - Household of 3 - Wheat Ridge resident

$1,000

Swim for free

• Children under 3 are admitted free!
• SilverSneakers & ReNEW Active: Eligible members may use these passes for pool use or drop in to use the facility for individual workouts, fitness classes, pickleball, and racquetball.

Swim schedule

Mon, Wed, Fri

River Walking · 8 - 9 a.m. · Sheila

Mon

Aqua Zumba · 9 - 10 a.m. · Judy

Tue, Thu

River Walking · 9 - 10 a.m. · Sheila

Fri

Deep Water · 9 - 10 a.m. · Judy (Lap Pool)

Sat

Aqua Cardio · 9:15 - 10:15 a.m. · Elana

Tue, Thu

Aqua Cardio · 10 - 11 a.m. · Judy

Mon

Deep Water · 12 - 1 p.m. · Amy N (Lap Pool)

Wed

Aqua Cardio · 12 - 1 p.m. · Amy N

Mon

River Cardio · 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. · Amy S (starting Sept 21)

Wed

River Cardio · 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. · Elana

Thu

Aqua Cardio · 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. · Amy N

Sun

Kayak Lap Pool Sessions · 12:45 - 1:15 p.m. · 2 lap lanes available (begin Nov 1)

The pool

Lap Pool

Leisure Pool

Hot Tub/Whirlpool

Programs

Aqua Fitness Classes, Swim Lessons, Lifeguard Training, Pilates Reformer, Group Fitness Classes

Features

Lap and Leisure Pools, Steam Room, Sauna, and Hot tub/Whirlpool, Climbing Wall, Gymnasium, Fitness Floor: Track, Cardio Equipment, and Free Weight Area, Children's Pavilion, Pilates Studio, Racquetball Courts, Wellness Room: Massage Therapy, Healing Touch, Cupping & Reiki

Good to know

• Pool hours differ from the Rec Center Hours. View Pool Schedules here: http://www.rootedinfun.com/schedules
• The Lap and Leisure Pool Schedule PDF (https://www.rootedinfun.com/DocumentCenter/View/3212/Aquatics-Pool-Schedule-Winter-2025) was not fetched; facility_hours could not be extracted.
• Hot Tub/Whirl Pool: Typically open Mon-Fri during leisure pool hours.
• Sauna: Closed for cleaning M-F 8 - 9 a.m. and 2 - 3 p.m., and Sat-Sun 2 - 3 p.m.
• Steam Room: Closed for cleaning M-F 8 - 9 a.m. and 2 - 3 p.m, and Sat-Sun 2 - 3 p.m.
• Climbing Wall: Mon/Wed 4 - 7 p.m. and Sat 12 - 3 p.m.
• All transactions paid by credit/debit card will be subject to a 2.99% + $0.15 / transaction fee.
• Bring your own towel; towel service is not provided.
• Proof of residency status required for resident rates.

Hours on Google Maps (not confirmed with the pool)

Google's hours can be out of date, especially outside the pool season. Call before you go.

Good to know

• Google Maps lists this business as an 'Aquarium shop', not a public swimming pool.
• The official website is an aquarium supply store (aquarium stones, driftwood, plants, fish, lighting, filtration, etc.) and does not mention any swimming pool, pool hours, or public swimming facilities.
• No pool-related information could be extracted from the official pages.

Hours on Google Maps (not confirmed with the pool)

Google's hours can be out of date, especially outside the pool season. Call before you go.

Prices

Daily admission, ages 2-17, resident

$6

Daily admission, ages 2-17, non-resident

$10.50

Daily admission, ages 18-61, resident

$7.50

Daily admission, ages 18-61, non-resident

$12.50

Daily admission, ages 62+, resident

$6

Daily admission, ages 62+, non-resident

$10.50

Daily admission, military, police, fire, resident

$5

Daily admission, military, police, fire, non-resident

$5

Spectator fee, resident

$4

Spectator fee, non-resident

$4

Tier 1 20-visit punch card, ages 2-17, resident

$104

Tier 1 20-visit punch card, ages 2-17, non-resident

$178

Tier 1 20-visit punch card, ages 18-61, resident

$132

Tier 1 20-visit punch card, ages 18-61, non-resident

$220

Tier 1 20-visit punch card, ages 62+, resident

$104

Tier 1 20-visit punch card, ages 62+, non-resident

$178

Tier 1 monthly pass, ages 2-17, resident

$41

Tier 1 monthly pass, ages 2-17, non-resident

$63

Tier 1 monthly pass, ages 18-61, resident

$49

Tier 1 monthly pass, ages 18-61, non-resident

$79

Tier 1 monthly pass, ages 62+, resident

$41

Tier 1 monthly pass, ages 62+, non-resident

$63

Tier 1 yearly pass, ages 2-17, resident

$443

Tier 1 yearly pass, ages 2-17, non-resident

$680

Tier 1 yearly pass, ages 18-61, resident

$529

Tier 1 yearly pass, ages 18-61, non-resident

$860

Tier 1 yearly pass, ages 62+, resident

$443

Tier 1 yearly pass, ages 62+, non-resident

$680

Swim for free

• Included with Tier 1 passes.
• SilverSneakers, Renew Active, Silver&Fit, Active&Fit, Prime, Medicare/Medicaid One Pass, One Pass Commercial, Well On Target, Mutually Well and other insurance-based memberships are also accepted.

The poolfeetmeters

Auxiliary pool

Length 25 yards. Water 84°F. This pool is for lap swimming, water walking, aqua fitness classes and programming.

Competition pool

Length 50 meters (Olympic length). Water 81°F. 50-meter-long course and 25-yard short course lanes. This pool is for competitive diving, lap swimming, approved aqua fitness classes, and competitive swimming and diving meets only.

Diving well

Diving boards: 1 m, 3 m. 1-meter and 3-meter springboards, 3-meter and 5-meter platforms

Programs

Swim lessons, Masters Swimming, Aqua fitness classes

Features

Auxiliary pool with 25-yard short course lanes, Competition pool with 50-meter-long course and 25-yard short course lanes, Diving well with 1-meter and 3-meter springboards, 3-meter and 5-meter platforms, Training classroom available for rental, Upper-level spectator seating

Pool rules

• Proper swim attire-bathing suits, board shorts, or swim trunks appropriate for a family-friendly environment are required. No street clothes are allowed in the water unless approved by management.
• All users must shower before entering the pools.
• Personal instruction is only permitted by Apex Park and Recreation District staff.
• Lockers may not be used overnight; they are for day use only. If locks are left on lockers, they will be cut off, and the belongings will be placed in lost and found.
• Portions of all pools may be closed periodically for swimming lessons or special events.
• All guests must pay an admission fee.
• Running, sliding on railways, dunking, water fights and other horseplay are prohibited.
• No glass containers.
• Food and gum are not allowed in the water.
• The possession or use of alcoholic beverages, illegal substances, tobacco, marijuana or weapons is prohibited on all Apex PRD property. Any person that appears to have partaken of alcoholic beverages, marijuana or illegal substances will not be permitted on Apex PRD property.
• Swim diapers are required for any guests who are diaper-dependent. Regular diapers are not allowed in the pools.
• All exercise equipment is for adult use and fitness classes only. Please return the equipment to the proper bins when finished.
• Only US Coast Guard-approved life jackets are allowed. Any person wearing a life jacket must be within the arms’ reach of an adult at all times.
• Swimming under bulkheads is strictly prohibited and may result in removal from the facility.
• Diving off starting blocks or bulkheads is strictly prohibited unless supervised by coaching staff approved by management.
• Lap lanes are for lap swimming only. When lap swimmers are waiting for a lane, other water exercises should be performed in the open space outside of the lap lanes.
• Coaches and athletes are prohibited from practicing prolonged breath-holding drills and exercises.
• No hanging on or swimming over the lane ropes.
• No swimming in the diving area when boards or platforms are in use.
• All users of the diving boards and platforms must be supervised by an authorized coach or representative.
• Only one person is allowed on a diving board at a time.
• Running and excessive bouncing are prohibited.
• No hanging from the diving boards or platforms.
• Divers must jump or dive straight off the end of the boards or platforms. Diving to the side of the boards or platforms is prohibited.
• Divers must exit the water at the nearest ladder after diving.
• Divers must wait until the previous diver has surfaced and cleared the area before the next diver begins.
• Flotation devices and goggles are prohibited when using diving boards or platforms.

Good to know

• Facility hours and pool hours differ; the official page does not list pool hours, only a link to the lap swim schedule (rec.us).
• Times are subject to change without notice. View the schedule time blocks for more information, including the number of lanes available. Always call the Arvada Aquatics Center at 303.467.7140 to confirm times.
• Holiday closures: New Year's Eve: Close at 11 am; New Year's Day: Closed; Easter: Closed; Memorial Day: Closed; July 4th: 6-8 am, long course; July 5: Closed; Labor Day: Closed; Thanksgiving: Closed; Christmas Eve: Closed; Christmas: Closed.
• The Arvada Aquatics Center (AAC) is an aquatics facility owned by the city of Arvada, co-funded by Jeffco Public Schools, and operated and maintained by the Apex Park and Recreation District.
• The facility is home to the Jeffco Public Schools swimming and diving teams; the North Jeffco Swim Team, a USA Swimming competitive club; and the Mile High Dive Club, a USA Diving competitive program.
• For swim meet and room rental information, please contact Kristi Marosy at [email protected], 303.467.7146.
• Masters Swimming: Participants must be 18 years of age or older and should possess intermediate to advanced swimming skills. To receive the resident discount rate, participants must be an Apex PRD resident. Visit the Aquatics page or call 303.403.2518 for times, fees and additional information.
• The Arvada Aquatics Center offers lanes in the 50-meter competition pool and the 25-yard auxiliary pool daily. The pool configuration is dependent on the season and the operating schedule.

Hours on Google Maps (not confirmed with the pool)

Google's hours can be out of date, especially outside the pool season. Call before you go.

The pool

Lap pool

Family pool

Programs

Swim lessons, Lap swim, Open swim, Aqua Fitness, Lifeguard certification, Water safety programs

Features

Sauna, Steam room, Gymnasium, Racquetball courts, Pickleball, Adventure Zone (child watch), Playground

Good to know

• The pool schedule page (https://denverymca.org/university-hills-schlessman-pool-schedule) does not display the actual pool schedule; it only links to the general swim schedule page, so facility_hours could not be determined.
• The center hours listed (Mon–Thu 5 AM–9 PM, Fri 5 AM–8 PM, Sat 7 AM–5 PM, Sun 8 AM–4 PM) are building hours, not pool hours.
• There may only be one lifeguard on duty at the pool. When only one lifeguard is on duty, they will have a 10-minute break every hour. That means there will not be a guard on duty, and we will ask swimmers to exit the pool for the break.
• We ask you to continue to limit your lap swimming to 50 minutes to give others an opportunity to swim.
• Remember to bring in your towel, the YMCA does not offer towel service.
• Classes in the pool, like Aqua Fitness, will require a reservation.
• Swim lanes will be shared unless noted on the schedule.
• During swim lessons for children under five (5), one parent is allowed on deck.

Hours on Google Maps (not confirmed with the pool)

Google's hours can be out of date, especially outside the pool season. Call before you go.

The pool

Lap pool

Listed as open in the facility status list.

Programs

Swim lessons, Aqua Fitness, Aquacise, Youth sports, Y Academy preschool program, Out of School Time care, Day camp

Features

Pool, Gym, Walking track, Group exercise classes, Racquetball courts, Pickleball, Indoor track, EGYM, Cycling Studio, Playground, Pilates Reformer Studio, Adventure Zone (child watch)

Good to know

• The pool schedule page (https://denverymca.org/southwest-pool-schedule) does not display any actual pool times; it only links to a schedule that is not shown in the fetched text.
• The hours shown on the location page (Mon-Fri 5:30 AM - 8 PM, Sat 7 AM - 5 PM, Sun CLOSED) are center/building hours, not pool hours.
• The Southwest YMCA underwent renovations; the renovation page states renovations are now complete and the lap pool is listed as open.
• The Beyond Hunger food pantry runs every Thursday from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Southwest Y.
• Day passes range from $10-$20 depending on location; a free 7-day trial pass is available for Colorado residents.

Prices

2-17 (resident)

$4.75

2-17 (non-resident)

$8

18-61 (resident)

$5.75

18-61 (non-resident)

$9.25

62+ (resident)

$4.75

62+ (non-resident)

$8

Military, Police, Fire (resident)

$4.50

Military, Police, Fire (non-resident)

$4.50

Spectator Fee (resident)

$4

Spectator Fee (non-resident)

$4

Tier 1 20-Visit Punch Card, 2-17 (resident)

$104

Tier 1 20-Visit Punch Card, 2-17 (non-resident)

$178

Tier 1 20-Visit Punch Card, 18-61 (resident)

$132

Tier 1 20-Visit Punch Card, 18-61 (non-resident)

$220

Tier 1 20-Visit Punch Card, 62+ (resident)

$104

Tier 1 20-Visit Punch Card, 62+ (non-resident)

$178

Tier 2 20-Visit Punch Card, 2-17 (resident)

$77

Tier 2 20-Visit Punch Card, 2-17 (non-resident)

$121

Tier 2 20-Visit Punch Card, 18-61 (resident)

$90

Tier 2 20-Visit Punch Card, 18-61 (non-resident)

$140

Tier 2 20-Visit Punch Card, 62+ (resident)

$77

Tier 2 20-Visit Punch Card, 62+ (non-resident)

$121

Swim schedule

Mon

Wellness pool drop-in · 7 am-4 pm · Therapy use only

Tue, Thu

Wellness pool drop-in · 7-8 am, 9:30-10:30 am (sensory-friendly), 10:30 am-1:45 pm, 4-7 pm · Therapy use only

Wed

Wellness pool drop-in · 7-8:15 am, 10:20 am-2:45 pm · Therapy use only

Fri

Wellness pool drop-in · 7 am-2:45 pm · Therapy use only

Sat

Wellness pool drop-in · 7 am-5 pm · Therapy use only

The pool

Outdoor Pool

Outdoor pool with lap lanes; closed for the season.

Wellness Pool

Water 92°F. Warm-water wellness pool for therapy use only. No playing, splashing, or pool toys are permitted.

Programs

Swim Lessons, Warm Water Aqua Classes, Adaptive Swim Lessons

Features

Outdoor Pool, Wellness Pool, Swim Lessons, Gymnasium, Cardio and Weight Room, Activity Room, All-Abilities Playground, Park Pavilion, Inline Skating Rink

Pool rules

• Children under the age of 3 are required to wear a swim diaper and/or tight-fitting plastic pants under their swimsuits. No regular diapers allowed in the pools.
• Children ages 5 and under must be accompanied into the water by an adult (18+) within arm’s reach.
• Children ages 6-9 must be appropriately supervised by an adult in the pool area. Children ages 10 and older may swim without adult supervision.
• Non-swimmers of any age must be supervised by an adult.
• Portions of all pools may be closed periodically for swim lessons or special events.
• Please note that a full head and body shower must be taken before entering the pool.
• Outdoor pools and splash pads will not open unless the projected high temperature for the day is 65 degrees or above, as forecasted by WeatherBug.
• Safety is our priority. The pool must be cleared when lightning or severe weather is in the immediate area. The facility will reopen 30 minutes after the last sighting of lightning, if sufficient time remains in the day.
• Refunds will not be given due to inclement weather.
• No refunds, regardless of arrival time. Please consider the weather before choosing to swim and pay for admission.
• As a reminder, there is no open swim during swim lesson times. Non-swim lesson participants are not allowed in the water during swim lessons.
• No glass, alcohol or tobacco use is allowed on the pool deck or in district facilities.

Good to know

• Outdoor pool season: May 30-September 7 (from the Aquatics page).
• Wellness pool drop-in hours are for therapy use only; no playing, splashing, or pool toys are permitted.
• Facility hours (building): Monday-Thursday 6:30 am-7:30 pm, Friday 6:30 am-6:30 pm, Saturday 6:30 am-5:30 pm.
• Holiday hours: New Year's Eve close at 4 pm; New Year's Day closed; Easter closed; Memorial Day 8 am-5 pm; July 4th closed; Labor Day 6:30 am-4 pm, wellness pool 7 am-3:30 pm, lap swim 7-8 am and 9-10:30 am, open swim 11 am-3:30 pm; Day Before Thanksgiving 6:30 am-6 pm; Thanksgiving closed; Christmas Eve closed; Christmas closed.
• Group reservations for the outdoor pool may only be booked on Monday, Wednesday or Friday and are subject to availability. Some blackout dates may apply.
• Daily admission fees listed are Tier 2 rates; Tier 1 daily admission rates are higher (2-17: Res. $6 / non-res. $10.50; 18-61: Res. $7.50 / non-res. $12.50; 62+: Res. $6 / non-res. $10.50; Military, Police, Fire: Res. $5 / non-res. $5).
• Tier 1 and Tier 2 passes include access to the Secrest Recreation Center, including the outdoor pool and warm water wellness pool.