FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

ABOUT THE AQUATIC FACILITY

1.      What time do you open weekday mornings?

We open our doors at 6:00 a.m. Monday through Friday.  Believe it or not- there are people that begin their day with a swim.

2.     Is there a diving board?

Yes.  In fact, this facility has two diving boards!  We will be offering classes for people that would like to develop skills in diving.

3.     How could I get a job at the pool?

          We hire highly skilled people that are certified as       lifeguards.  Each of our lifeguards are certified not only in lifeguarding skills but also – AED (Automated External Defibrillation ), CPR and First Aid.  Anyone certified in these skills can apply for a job.

4.    Are you open during vacations?

We want this facility to be THE PLACE TO BE!!!  Our goal is to have the pools open 7 days a week.  Of course we will be closed during some holidays.  Please continue to check our web site for the current schedule.  You can also call the activity line (541-5746) for daily schedules.

5.    How deep is the pool?

The exercise pool has some 5 and 6 foot areas, but most all of the 20x40 foot pool is at the 4 foot level.  The main pool has several areas with different heights.  The 20x20 foot shallow swim area is 3’ to 3.5’ deep.  Another area within the main pool is 4’deep.  A third, rather large area, is 8’ deep.  The diving area is 13’ deep.

6.    Will Charlotte have a competitive swim team?  

Similar to the way Soccer became a varsity sport in Charlotte ten years ago, we will begin building the skills of our youngsters through club activities and competitions.  Once we have established an interest and begin to develop competitive knowledge and skills, we will recommend to the Board of Education that we establish swimming as a sport that is part of our athletic department - a varsity sport and we will compete against area high schools.

7.    What about synchronized swimming—will there be a club?

We would like to have area youth develop synchronized swimming skills.  If there is enough interest, a club could be started.

8.    I have a 6 month old baby—will there be a class that she

      and I can take together?

Our “baby bug” class would be just perfect for you and your little girl.  It’s a class that helps baby and parent with the bonding process, they feel closer, and begin to develop a comfortable feeling in water – together.  This class will take place in the comfortable-warm atmosphere of our 86+ degree exercise pool.

9.    I have heard that the exercise pool is warm.

The exercise pool is 86-88 degrees. 

10.  I’m 67 years old and can only swim with my face in the water.  I want to learn how to paddle around on my back-to float like I see my neighbor do—am I too old?  Is it too late for me?

          It’s never too late!  We will have a water class especially for our more mature friends.  Or, if you prefer, you could enroll in a private class and receive private swimming lessons.

11.  I don’t have a lot of flexible time—when can I lap swim in this pool?

          The pool will be open 7 days a week.  ANYTIME the pool is open there will be lanes designated for lap swimmers.