2023 The Aquatic Center official fall opening date:
August 14, 2023
Hours
Monday-Friday: 8am-1pm: Fitness Swim
Monday-Thursday 4pm-8pm (closed Friday Evenings): Open Swim
Saturdays: 12pm-4pm: Open Swim
Sundays: Closed
Activities
The Aquatic Center is one of the finest indoor pools in Nebraska. A variety of activities are offered to meet the needs of the community, including: swimming lessons, lifeguard training, adult lap swim, water exercise classes, and other activities.
Amenities
The Aquatic Center provides an eight lane pool, 100 feet by 64 feet, with depth ranging from 2 1/2 feet to 12 feet. The pool is equipped with a special needs ramp and lift, two one-meter diving boards, and a double flume slide.
Swim Team
The Aquatic Center is home to the Columbus Discoverers swim team. Their season runs November through February.
Job Openings
Lifeguards: $14.00/hour upon successful completion of Columbus Aquatic Center Lifeguard class training. The City will provide Red Cross lifeguard training without a fee. Morning, afternoon, evening, & weekend shifts available. Must be at least 15 years of age. Must know how to swim. Opportunity for advancement.
Swim Lesson Instructors: $16.25/hour. Red Cross training as an instructor is provided. Must be at least 16 years of age. Opportunity for advancement.