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Month of Play | August 1-30
Complete do-it-yourself activities, use the Passport to Play for free admission to Parks & Rec facilities, join the in-person events, or do it all during the Month of Play August 1-30! All activities are free and the more you play, the more chances you have to win prizes! Learn more at the Month of Play website.
Lifeguard Certification Course | Registration closes July 26
Registration is now open for the upcoming Juneau Pools lifeguarding class on July 31 - August 3 at Dimond Park Aquatic Center. Participants who successfully complete the class will earn an American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, valid for two years.
The class will take place on Wednesday, July 31 through Friday, August 2 from 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. daily and on Saturday, August 3 from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. An hour-long lunch break is included each day. Class fees are $250 for general participants but free for those who submit an application for employment as a Juneau Pools lifeguard before the class begins. Registration closes on July 26.
Adult Swim Lessons | Registration opens July 30
A brand-new program is splashing down at the pool—adult swim lessons! Sign up online starting July 30 for classes beginning in August. Juneau Pools will offer two initial sessions, with lessons offered in different formats to meet the diverse wants and needs of adult learners. Instructors will be available for a wide range of skill levels—so whether you're new to the water or hoping to expand your repertoire of strokes, this is the perfect opportunity to take the plunge. Both classes are open to swimmers ages 13 and up. For questions, contact Aquatics Programming Coordinator Ellen Johnston at (907) 586-0839.
Water Safety Instructor Course | Registration closes August 5
Do you love to swim? Share your love of the sport by becoming a Red Cross Certified Water Safety Instructor. The course is free for those who submit a job application by the time they attend the pre-course, or $400 for general participants. Registration closes on August 5. WSI candidates must be able to proficiently swim freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly.
The class will meet from August 13 – August 24 on Tuesdays and Thursdays evenings and on weekends for the full day. A detailed schedule is available in the registration catalog. The class also includes a pre-course session, available Wednesday, August 7 from 5:30 - 7 p.m. at Dimond Park Aquatic Center or Saturday, August 10 from 12:45 – 2:30 p.m. at Augustus G. Brown Swimming Pool.
Chair Yoga
Chair yoga classes are offered at Dimond Park Aquatic Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Classes are from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and general admission rates apply.
Class on May 28 and 30, June 18 and 20, July 9 and 11, and August 6 and 8 will take place at the Field House while the pool hosts summer camp. Field House and Pool Passes are accepted at their respective facilities.
Saturday class at the Field House is on a summer break and will return in the Fall.
For up-to-date event information, see the DPAC schedule and the Field House schedule.
Ai Chi Aquatics Fitness Class
Ai Chi is offered at the Dimond Park Aquatic Center every Tuesday & Thursday from 6 - 7 a.m. This aquatic fitness class focuses on breathing with progressive resistance training to relax and strengthen the body. There is no additional fee to participate, the class is included with daily admission.
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Lockers
Lockers at Dimond Park Aquatic Center require patrons to bring their own locks.
Recreation Pool Closed During Swim Lessons
Dimond Park Aquatic Center is currently hosting swim lessons. During these lessons the Recreation Pool will be closed to the public. Please consult the up-to-date schedule for dates and times that the Recreation Pool will be unavailable to the general public. If you have further questions please give us a call at 907-586-0839.
Juneau loves its pools!
From the renovation of the Augustus G. Brown Memorial Pool in downtown Juneau to expanded swim lessons and special activities, CBJ Parks & Recreation is working hard to deliver high-quality facilities and services to our community. While demand has always been high for these programs, more people than ever are eager to get back in the water following the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s an update on what we’re doing to make sure everyone in our community has access to Juneau’s pools and aquatic programs:
- Offering sign-on bonuses of up to $5,000 for difficult-to-fill positions
- Providing free swim passes to every employee in the Aquatics Division
- Offering free lifeguard certification courses to prospective employees
Since 2022, we’ve hired *45 new employees. This includes 9 swim instructors, 27 lifeguards and 14 aquatic attendants. *Several employees work more than one position.
- Replacement of boilers
- Replacement of water and wastewater plumbing
- Replacement of aquatic systems
- Resurfacing the leisure pool
- Replacement and updating of mechanical control systems
- Complete remodeling of locker rooms, including single-user showers and family changing room
- Refreshed sauna
- Remodeled lobby and reception areas
- New interior and exterior paint
- Replaced exterior stairs and sidewalks
- Asbestos abatement