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Aquatic Center Updates:

 -The Aquatic Center is open during weekdays (Mon. - Fri.) 6:00am - 7:00pm, until further notice

Walkup Aquatic Center

Recreational swimming in the shallow end of the main pool is scheduled in session times.

Entries will not be allowed into the building until 5 minutes before session. Check-in anytime during session times, however all guests must exit at the end of scheduled session.
- Lane shares are a possibly, if applicable, please circle swim.
- Locker rooms and showers are available for use.


Holiday Hours:

The pool will be open from 1:00pm - 4:00pm on the following holidays:
 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day
 - President's Day
 - Juneteenth
 - Indigenous People's Day
- Thanksgiving Day eve (open 6am - 4pm)

The pool will be closed on the following holidays: 
 - Veteran's Day
- Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday

The pool will be closed for the following events: 
- Nov. 5 - Swim Meet
- Dec. 2 & 3 - Bill Hudson High School meet
 

A World-Class, Olympic-Size, High-Altitude Facility

The Aquatic Center offers diverse activities for citizens and visitors of all ages, income levels, fitness levels, and interests in safe and affordable recreation, instruction, fitness, competitive, and therapeutic programs. The Aquatic Center is known internationally as an excellent training facility for teams from around the United States and the world, including Japan, Belgium, New Zealand, Germany, and many more.  Locally the Center supports private swim teams and the Los Alamos High School Swimming and Diving Team. 

Pool Information:

Main Pool

  • 50 meters by 25 yards
  • 620,000 gallons 
  • 4 feet to 13 feet deep 
  • 82.5 water temperature 
  • Access by steps Hydro-lift and ladders

Distances

35 Laps Short Course = 1 mile
16 Laps Long Course = 1 mile

Therapy Pool         

  • 40 feet by 20 feet
  • 27,000 gallons
  • 4'2" to 4'9" deep
  • 94 - 96 Water temperature
 

Main Pool Schedule

2022 Main Pool Schedule

Monday - Friday Schedule
(Schedule is subject to change)

Session holders will be allowed entry into building 10 minutes prior to session. Check-in allowed during session times, however all guests must exit the pool at the end of the scheduled session and exit locker rooms within 15 minutes. Staff will clear all areas. If patrons would like to swim in the next session, please exit the building and repay for re-entry.

 

Monday, Tuesday,Thursday, Friday (all short course)

 Time Activity
6:00am - 10:30am

Lap Swim
11:00am - 3:00pm Lap & Rec Swim

3:30pm - 6:00pm 

Swim Teams
6:00pm - 7:00pm Lap Swim & Rec Swim


Wednesday (Short course starts at 11:00am)

 Time Activity
6:00am - 10:30am

Long Course Lap Swim (lanes limited)
11:00am - 3:00pm Short Course Lap Swim & Rec Swim

3:30pm - 6:00pm 

Swim Teams
6:00pm - 7:00pm Lap Swim & Rec Swim



Therapy Pool Schedule

2022 Therapy Pool Schedule
Monday - Friday Schedule
(Schedule is subject to change)

 Monday, Wednesday & Friday
 Time Activity
7:00am - 10:30am Adult, 15 & up only
11:00am - 12:00pm Fun & Fitness Class only
12:00pm - 2:00pm  Family Swim
(Children 14 & under must be accompanied by an adult)
2:00pm - 3:00pm Adult, 15 & up only
3:30pm - 7:00pm Fun Time
(Children 7 & under must be accompanied by an adult)

 

Tuesday & Thursday
 Time Activity
7:00am - 10:30am Adult, 15 & up only
11:00pm - 2:00pm Family Swim
(Children 14 & under must be accompanied by an adult)
2:00pm - 3:00pm Adult, 15 & up only
3:30pm - 5:30pm Family Swim
(Children 14 & under must be accompanied by an adult)
5:30pm - 7:00pm Fun Time
(Children 6 & under must be accompanied by an adult)

 

Leisure Lagoon (TBD - Not open yet, due to construction delays)

2022 Leisure Lagoon Schedule
Monday - Friday Schedule (start date TBD)
(Schedule is subject to change)

Lagoon Rec Area and Beach Swim
Beach area: Geysers, kids slide suitable for 3 - 7 year olds. Designed for children 7 and under and their parents. Children under 6 MUST be accompanied IN THE WATER by a responsible adult within arm's reach. 

Monday - Thursday
11:30am - 3:00pm
3:30pm - 6:30pm
 
Friday
3:30pm - 6:30pm

Lazy River

Monday - Thursday
11:30am - 12:30pm - Water Walking Only
12:30pm - 3:00pm
3:30pm - 6:30pm
 
Friday
3:30pm - 6:30pm


Waterslide
2 story-tall waterslide. Must be at least 48" tall to ride. Maximum weight is 300 lbs. Single riders only.  

Monday - Thursday
12:30pm - 3:00pm
3:30pm - 6:30pm
 
Friday
3:30pm - 6:30pm

Ongoing Programs

Open Boating

Practice Time for Canoes, Kayaks and Rafts.The doors open a half hour earlier for boat cleaning before entry. All water craft must be rinsed off on the patio prior to pool entry. Boaters must provide their own boat. All participants must have a wristband for entering in the pool. Life jackets are recommended for participants.

Dates:     September 27 
October 25                         

Time:       7:00 - 8:00pm  Front Desk window closes at 7:10pm   
Fee:         $5.00 per person 


Warm Water Weekends
Currently cancelled due to COVID-19

Join us on the weekends for a fun time in the Olympic pool as we raise the temperature to 84-85 degrees. Race your friends on the inflatable obstacle course, play with the any of the water toys or join your friends for a splashing game of basketball.

Dates:   TBD
                   
Time:  Saturday    10:00am - 5:00pm
            Sunday      1:00pm - 5:00pm

Open Scuba

Currently cancelled due to COVID-19

 Getting ready for a snorkeling or SCUBA trip, or just want to have fun? Come out to test and practice your SCUBA and/or snorkeling gear. Bring your own gear and certification. You must have a dive buddy for the deep end.

Date:       TBD
                                 
Time:       11:30am - 12:50pm   
Fee:         $10 per person

Birthday Parties (Not currently being offered)

The Walkup Aquatic Center has a multi-purpose room just off the deck for a convenient swimming party!

Rental includes: discounted pool admission, room set up with tables & chairs, and a Happy Birthday banner.  Preferred times to rent the Birthday Room are usually Wacky Wednesday's and Warm Water Weekends.  

Must book two weeks in advance - 25 Maximum


2-Hour Room Rental $60.00
Youth Admission/Swim $2.50
Adult Admission/Swim $4.00

Contact Aquatic center at 662-8170 for more info

Rental Equipment

The Los Alamos County PROS Division has many types of recreation equipment you can rent at the PROS Administrative Offices to enhance your recreation experience. Rentals are available at the Aquatic Center Front Desk

Rental Prices                 Daily           Weekend      Weekly
Snowshoes             $5.00          $10.00            $20.00
Poles                   $2.00            $4.00              $8.00
Snowshoes & Poles     $6.00          $12.00            $25.00
Miniature Golf Putters    $2.00

Snowshoes & Poles - Adult and youth size snowshoes are available to fit individuals from 50 to 250 pounds, along with ski poles in youth to adult sizes. (November - April)

Miniature Golf Putters - Rent a putter and golf ball to enjoy a round at the miniature golf course located at East Park.

Staff

Denise McCoy
Aquatic Center Program Manager
[email protected]
505 663-1796 Office 


Dacotah Hofer
Aquatic Center Program Coordinator
[email protected]
505 663-1794 Office


Contact Info

505-662-8170

505-662-8034

[email protected]

2760 Canyon Road