Aquatics

Become certified in American Red Cross Adult CPR/AED and First Aid, Lifeguarding, Lifeguard Instructor, or Water Safety Instructor courses. These nationally recognized certifications can help you build valuable life skills and prepare for employment opportunities.

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Learn in a supportive group environment with classes focused on swimming fundamentals, stroke development, and fitness. Programs are designed for adults ages 18 and older and include approximately eight 45-minute sessions.

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Receive one-on-one instruction tailored to your goals, whether you are learning basic skills, improving technique, or building endurance. Packages include three or five 45-minute lessons scheduled during open swim hours.

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Train with a friend or partner of a similar skill level while receiving personalized instruction from a certified swim instructor. Packages include three or five 45-minute lessons and focus on shared goals and skill development.

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McCoy Natatorium supports recreational, fitness, and competitive swimming with an indoor 25-yard competition pool, instructional pool, and diving well.

Open seasonally, the outdoor 50-meter pool provides space for lap swimming, recreation, and relaxation during the warmer months.

This indoor pool features five lap lanes and an ADA-accessible lift, creating an inclusive environment for leisure and fitness swimming.

General Guidelines

• Must be 18 years of age or older.    
• Organized groups must follow our group use policies and must be directly supervised at the poolside by an adult.  All groups must schedule their visits in advance. 
• All patrons must take a shower before entering the water.   
• Individuals with open wounds and/or band-aids are not permitted in the pool.
• The following behaviors will not be permitted:
  • Abusive or profane language or gestures.
  • Running or Horseplay
  • Hyperventilation or prolonged underwater breath holding for time and/or distance. 
• Chair lifts are available with staff assistance
• Patrons and/or guests may not provide training to, conduct business activities with, or solicit funds from other patrons, guests, or staff.  
• Food and drink (other than water in a sealable, non-glass container) are not permitted on the pool decks.
• All bags and personal items must be kept in a locker.
• The following are not permitted:
  • Alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, vaping devices, or other drugs.
  • Pets (service animals are permitted in the pool area but not in the pool itself). 
  • Personal life jackets/floatation devices
  • Swim toys

Attire

• Clean clothing that is safe for water sports must be worn to use all pools.
• Swim diapers must be worn by children who are not toilet trained.
• The following are not permitted as swimming apparel:
  • Street clothes
  • Gym shorts
  • Cotton t-shirts (including those for modesty or sun protection)
    • Rash guards will be permitted
  • Underwear
  • Thongs

Recreational and Lap Swimming Rules

• Follow all posted No Diving signs. 
• If an individual needs to swim in a lane undisturbed due to an injury or specific medical condition, accommodations can be made to set a lane aside for their use.
• Lap Swim Etiquette:
  • Lap lanes are intended for multiple swimmers and should arrange themselves by speed in the lanes. 
  • Speed markers are available for your use to designate Slow, Medium, and Fast lanes. 
  • For effective use, lap swimmers should swim counterclockwise near the lane markers and pass in the middle when more than 2 swimmers are in a lane.
  • Stop only at turning walls. Move to the side to allow others to turn and continue. Lifeguards may ask to move you to another lane to more closely match your swimming pace.

General Guidelines

• Must be 18 years of age or older.    
• Organized groups must follow our group use policies and must be directly supervised at poolside by an adult.  All groups must schedule their visits in advance. 
• All patrons must take a shower before entering the water.   
• Individuals with open wounds and/or band-aids are not permitted in the pool.
• The following behaviors will not be permitted:
  • Abusive or profane language or gestures.
  • Running or Horseplay
  • Hyperventilation or prolonged underwater breath holding for time and/or distance. 
• Chair lifts are available with staff assistance
• Patrons and/or guests may not provide training to, conduct business activities with, or solicit funds from other patrons, guests, or staff.  
• Picnic baskets/coolers are permitted in the grass area.  All bags, baskets and coolers are subject to inspection.
• The following are not permitted:
  • Grills, gas, or electric cooking devices
  • Personal life jackets/floatation devices
  • Swim toys
  • Alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, vaping devices, or other drugs.

Attire

• Clean clothing that is safe for water sports must be worn to use all pools.
• Swim diapers must be worn by children who are not toilet trained.
• The following are not permitted as swimming apparel:
  • Street clothes
  • Gym shorts
  • Cotton t-shirts (including those for modesty or sun protection)
    • Rash guards will be permitted
  • Underwear
  • Thongs

Recreational and Lap Swimming Rules

• Those under 4 feet tall and under 12 years of age must wear a lifejacket or pass the swim-test.
• Persons who cannot pass the swim test will be restricted to shallow areas of the pools. 
• Follow all posted No Diving signs. 
• If an individual needs to swim in a lane undisturbed due to an injury or specific medical condition, accommodations can be made to set a lane aside for their use.
• Lap Swim Etiquette:
  • Lap lanes are intended for multiple swimmers and should arrange themselves by speed in the lanes. 
  • Speed markers are available for your use to designate Slow, Medium, and Fast lanes. 
  • For effective use, lap swimmers should swim counterclockwise near the lane markers and pass in the middle when more than 2 swimmers are in a lane.
  • Stop only at turning walls. Move to the side to allow others to turn and continue. Lifeguards may ask to move you to another lane to more closely match your swimming pace.  

Weather and Environmental Conditions

• During rainstorms, the outdoor pool will be closed, and the entire area cleared of patrons at the discretion of the supervisor on duty.  
• If lightning or thunder is detected within a 10-mile radius, the pool and deck will be cleared. Please grab all personal items. 
• During thunderstorms patrons must evacuate the outdoor pool and seek shelter inside a substantial building.   
  • The McCoy Natatorium exterior hallway outside of the locker rooms may be used for temporary shelter.  
  • The pools will reopen at the discretion of Campus Recreation staff.  
• During periods of cool weather, the outdoor pool will not open when the air temperature is below 60˚F.