Juneau Pools News
Registration for DPAC Parent & Tot Lessons and Lil Swimmers opens February 28
Juneau Pools will offer a second spring session of Parent & Tot Lessons, along with the Lil’ Swimmers program for preschool beginners, on Saturdays in March and April at Dimond Park Aquatic Center. Registration opens on Friday, February 28, at noon through the Parks & Recreation online registration catalog. Both will be offered on Saturdays from March 8 through April 18, with no class on April 5. Parent & Tot lessons, open to children ages 6 months to 3 years, will meet in two sessions: 9:15 – 9:45 a.m. for children 6 to 17 months old and 10:00 – 10:30 a.m. for children 18 to 35 months old. Each child must be accompanied in the pool by an adult, and children are required to wear swim diapers (available for sale at the front desk) during class. Lil’ Swimmers will meet in two sessions: 10:45 – 11:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Both sessions are open to children ages 3 to 5 years. Lil’ Swimmers uses a non-traditional format to teach young beginners basic water skills. Both programs cost $60 plus tax. Learn more about the programs on the Juneau Pools website. For more information, please contact Aquatics Programming Coordinator Ellen Johnston at (907) 586-0839 ext. 4148 or [email protected].
Healthy Bones Aquatic Fitness Class at AGB Starts March 4
Augustus G. Brown Swimming Pool is rolling out a new aquatic fitness class! Starting March 4, stop by the pool on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. for an all-ages class designed to provide a gentle yet-effective workout for those seeking to improve strength and joint care. Through low-impact exercises in the water, participants will engage in movements that strengthen muscles, enhance flexibility, and reduce joint stress. The buoyancy of the water provides a safe and supportive environment, making it ideal for individuals with arthritis or those looking to prevent bone density loss. The class emphasizes posture, coordination, and overall mobility to help boost confidence and prevent falls. No registration is required—just show up with your swimsuit, towel, and water shoes (optional but recommended!). Regular pool admission applies, and pool passes are accepted.
Dimond Dash Super Sprint Relay Triathlon | April 27
Want to try a multisport race without committing to a full triathlon? Grab two friends and take on the Dimond Dash Super Sprint Relay Triathlon on Sunday, April 27, at Dimond Park! CBJ Parks & Recreation is partnering with Aukeman Triathlon to bring you this exciting team event. Each teammate will complete a 150-yard swim, 1.25-mile bike, and 0.5-mile run, combining for a total team time. Registration opens Tuesday, February 18, at noon, with early bird pricing of $60 per team through March 13. The event is open to ages 12+, with younger participants (ages 8-11) able to join by completing the Dimond Dash Training Camp in April. The training camp, designed for kids ages 8-15, helps build skills and confidence for multisport racing. Camp runs April 8-24 on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 5:15 – 6:30 p.m. Registration opens Tuesday, February 11. To learn more about the triathlon, training camp, gear, and registration, visit the Dimond Dash webpage.
Registration for Youth Springboard Diving Lessons is Now Open
Juneau Pools will offer introductory springboard diving lessons for young swimmers at Dimond Park Aquatic Center in March. Online registration is now open. The class will meet March 4 through March 20 on Tuesdays and Thursday nights from 7 – 7:45 p.m. The cost is $72 + tax. This introductory class is designed for swimmers ages 6 – 11 with little to no prior diving experience. Participants will learn proper diving techniques, including approach, takeoff, flight, and entry. The focus will be on building confidence and mastering basic dives. Please note that participants must pass a swim test on the first day of class. The test includes 30 seconds of treading water and 25 yards (one pool length) of continuous swimming. For more information about lessons and activities at the pools, visit juneaupools.org.
Registration for Spring Swim Lessons Now Open
Save Money with the New Family Rate
Are you taking the whole family? Ask for the new family rate next time you visit the Juneau Pools, Treadwell Arena, or Dimond Park Field House. Family rates are valid for single admission only and taxes are included.
- Open Swim: $22 for 2 adults and 3 youth/child
- Open Skate: $25 for 2 adults and 3 youth
- Open Turf or Track: $13 for 2 adults and 3 youth/senior
Chair Yoga
Chair yoga classes are offered at Dimond Park Field House on Saturdays and 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. Field House and Pool Passes are accepted at their respective facilities. For up-to-date event information, see the DPAC schedule and the Field House schedule.
Due to the popularity of class and the limited space available, pre-registration is now required for classes at DPAC. Registration opens each Friday at noon for the following week's classes. On the day of class, check-in at the front desk to pay or scan your pass before heading to the event room.
General Information
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