AQUATICS
The Aquatic Center in the Student Recreation Center (SRC) has an 8-lane lap pool, leisure pool, spa and vortex. Patrons may drop-in swim anytime the pool is open. Outside the Aquatic Center, we have a patio with lounge chairs and a small event lawn. Every semester we offer various scheduled activities. The current semester's programs are listed below. The Aquatic Center closes 15 minutes before the closing time of the SRC.
Accommodations
Chair lifts and wheelchairs are available for those who need accommodations. Please notify the equipment issue desk (404-413-1770) 30 minutes prior to your swim.
Gender Neutral Locker Room - ADA Accessible: A gender-neutral locker room is located on the lower level (LL) of the SRC attached to the Aquatic Center. This locker room can be accessed by the main LL hallway and via the Aquatic Center deck. The gender-neutral locker room has disability-inclusive features such as lowered lockers, shower benches and transfer assist bars.
Lifeguarding
Interested in becoming a lifeguard? Participants in this American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification course will learn materials both in-person and online (i.e., blended learning).
Pre-requisite skills: Candidates should be able to swim 300 yards continuously while demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing; tread water for two minutes with only the use of legs; and complete a timed diving event.
*FREE with employment on the Student Recreation Center Lifeguard team!
| Dates | Cost | Location |
| Jan. 27-28 | $100*, $175* | Aquatics Training Room |
| Feb. 17-18 | $100*, $175* | Aquatics Training Room |
| Mar. 23-24 | $100*, $175* | Aquatics Training Room |
| Apr. 20-21 | $100*, $175* | Aquatics Training Room |
Times (for each session): Saturdays 9:30 a.m. - 7 p.m., Sundays 12:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
For more information about lifeguarding or the Leisure to Lifeguard program, please click here.
Adult Swim Lessons
Swim lessons are designed to promote aquatic safety and progression one-on-one or group instruction. Our primary goal is to teach participants to swim to the best of their ability in a safe and fun environment.
Adult Group Swim Lessons (beginner)
Session 1: January 15-Febraury 24
| Class | Day | Time | Cost |
| Beginner 1 | Monday/Wednesday | 5-6 p.m. | $20/$40 |
| Beginner 2 | Monday/Wednesday | 4-5 p.m. | $20/$40 |
| Beginner 1 | Tuesday/Thursday | 6-7 p.m. | $20/$40 |
Session 2: February 25-April 13
No Classes March 11-15
| Class | Day | Time | Cost |
| Beginner 1 | Monday/Wednesday | 5-6 p.m. | $20/$40 |
| Beginner 2 | Tuesday/Thursday | 5-6 p.m. | $20/$40 |
| Beginner 1 | Tuesday/Thursday | 6-7 p.m. | $20/$40 |
Refunds
Group swim lesson clinics that have not met the minimum enrollment requirements by Sept. 15 (session 1) and Oct. 27 (session 2) will be cancelled, and refunds will be issued. Participants will be notified via their email regarding any class notifications.
Private Swim Lessons
Interested in private lessons? Begin by purchasing a swim assessment package and add on your desired number of 45-minute lessons. Lessons are scheduled at the mutual meeting time of instructors and participants. Packages must be used in their entirety by the end of the semester in which they were purchased. Unused lessons do not roll over to consecutive semesters.
| Package | Cost |
| Initial Swim Assessment | $35/$40 |
| 1 Lesson | $15/$20 |
| 4 Lessons | $50/$70 |
| 8 Lessons | $80/$120 |
Stroke Development Clinics
Are you a recreational swimmer looking to advance your lap swimming skills? Join our stroke development clinics to fine-tune your intermediate swimming skills.
What Swim Level Am I?
Non-swimmer or Beginner: A non-swimmer, may demonstrate paddling and kicking coordination but uses assistance when swimming, may demonstrate a fear of the water.
Intermediate: Demonstrates forward motion in the water on back and front without assistance, endurance and technique need improvement.
Advanced: Able to swim the length of the pool without stopping, demonstrates proficient front and back stroke skills, interested in learning additional strokes.
| Clinic | Date | Time |
| Freestyle, American Crawl | Jan. 25 | 5-6 p.m. |
| Backstroke | Feb. 15 | 5-6 p.m. |
| Breaststroke | Mar. 25 | 5-6 p.m. |
| Butterfly | Apr. 15 | 5-6 p.m. |
Special Programming
Session 1 |
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| Date | Day | Program | Time |
| Jan. 8 | Thursday | Underwater Basket Weaving | 5-6 p.m. |
| Feb. 8 | Thursday | AquaZen Meditation | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. |
| Feb. 8 | Thursday | Diving 101 | 7-8 p.m. |
| Feb. 22 | Thursday | Aqua Dance | 5-6 p.m. |
| Feb. 22 | Thursday | Poolside Hair Care | 6-8 p.m. |
Session 2 |
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| Date | Day | Program | Time |
| Mar. 4 | Monday | Aqua Dance | 6-7 p.m. |
| Mar. 4 | Monday | Poolside Hair Care | 7-9 p.m. |
| Mar. 7 | Thursday | AquaZen Meditation | 2-3 p.m. |
| Mar. 7 | Thursday | Waterside Team Building | 3-4 p.m. |
| Apr. 1 | Monday | Diving 101 | 7-8 p.m. |
| Apr. 4 | Thursday | Waterside Team Building | 3-4 p.m. |
| Apr. 8 | Monday | Aqua Dance | 6-7 p.m. |
| Apr. 8 | Monday | Poolside Hair Care | 7-9 p.m. |
Decatur Pool
The Decatur pool is currently closed. Check back for updates!
General Questions
Email
[email protected]
Phone
404-413-1750 - Atlanta campus
678-891-2728 - Perimeter campuses
Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Locations
Atlanta
Student Recreation Center
101 Piedmont Ave SE
Atlanta, GA 30303
Clarkston
Building CG
555 N Indian Creek Dr
Clarkston, GA 30021
Decatur
Building SC
3251 Panthersville Rd
Decatur, GA 30034
Dunwoody
Building NF
2101 Womack Rd
Dunwoody, GA 30338
Indian Creek Recreation Area
900 S. Indian Creek Drive
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
Newton
3N - Field House
239 Cedar Ln
Covington, GA 30014
Panthersville
2401 Wildcat Rd.
Decatur, GA 30034