Open Swim

Swimming Is More Than A Recreational Activity! Swimming isn’t just a fun pastime, it is a great way to stay healthy.

1. It Increases Flexibility
2. It’s a Great Work Out
3. It Improves Your Heart and Lungs
4. It Relieves Stress

Exercise, in general, is good for your mental well-being as it releases endorphins which are a feel-good chemical your brain produces. On top of this, swimming has meditative qualities - the rhythm of your strokes and breathing along with the sound of water, can further add to a feeling of peace and relaxation.

• Alumni Arena Natatorium will open no sooner than 5 minutes prior to Recreation Swim.
• 1 Lifeguard is required for every 4.25 swimming lanes that are open for swimming at Alumni Arena Natatorium.
• Minimum of 1 Lifeguard is required for the Clark Hall Natatorium.
• Swimmers must present their Student ID or Recreation Pass prior to swimming.
• Swimmers must wear a swim cap when hair exceeds the length of 1 inch.
• Inflatables are absolutely NOT PERMITTED.
• All flotation devices must be US Coast Guard Approved.
• Diving is not permitted in depths less than 8 feet (except competitions).
• Use of starting blocks is reserved for competition only.
• The pool deck shall not be used as a hallway.
• Patrons must obey all Lifeguard Directions.

• Circle Swimming is required when 3 or more swimmers are present in a lane or when lane is designated Circle Swim Only.
• Walking is only permitted in the first lane at the far end of the Main Pool.
• Please swim in lanes with people of similar swimming speeds.

The Diving Tower has a 1, 3, 5, 7.5, and 10 meter platforms and is generally open:

• All swimmers in the diving well must pass a swim test prior to swimming.
• Use of springboards are reserved for diving practices and meets.  (Coaches must be present)
• Use of 7 Meter and 10 Meter platforms are reserved for diving practices and meets.  (Coaches must be present)
• Divers must wait for the last diver to clear the entry area before jumping.
• 1 diver on the diving board at a time.
• No double bouncing.
• Divers must jump straight off the board or platform
• The diving well must be observed by at least 1 lifeguard when swimmers are swimming or diving in the diving well.