Aquatic Facilities
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Chinquapin Park Recreation Center & Aquatics Facility
FACILITY HOURS & ADDRESS
ADDRESS
3210 King St. | 703.746.5441
HOURS (Year-Round):
Monday-Thursday*: 6 a.m.-9 p.m.
Friday*: 6 a.m.-6 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday*: 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Drop-in Use Is Subject to Availability.
*Pool closes 15 minutes prior to center closure.
Facility Amenities
This facility features year-round 25-meter indoor pool and diving well, locker rooms, party packages, aquatics, sports and fitness classes, men's and women's saunas and free WiFi. Several free parking lots & a DASH bus stop are on-site.
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Memorial Pool
FACILITY HOURS & ADDRESS
ADDRESS
901 Wythe St. | 703.746.5451
Summer Schedule (Closed Mondays)
5/25-5/26: Sa-Su 10 a.m.-3:45 p.m.
5/27: Mon 10 a.m.-4:45 p.m.
6/15-8/11: Sa-Su 10 a.m.-3:45 p.m.
6/17-8/9: Tue-Fri 10 a.m.-5:45 p.m.
FACILITY AMENITIES
This small pool with a beach entry is ideal for families with young children and adults seeking therapeutic benefits. A free parking lot is on-site, and a DASH bus stop is one block away. Admission wristbands must be purchased inside the recreation center. Operating hours include aquatic programs, as well as public hours listed below. Hours and fees are subject to change.
Old Town Pool
FACILITY HOURS & ADDRESS
ADDRESS
1609 Cameron St. | 703.746.6999
Summer Schedule (Closed wednesdays)
5/25-8/11: Sa-Su 12-6:45 p.m.
5/28-6/14: Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri 4:30-7:45 p.m.
6/13-8/16: Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri12-7:45 p.m.
8/19-8/30: Mon-Fri 7 a.m.-7:45 p.m.
8/17-9/1: Sa-Su 8 a.m.-6:45 p.m.
Holidays 10am-4:45pm
FACILITY AMENITIES
This complex includes a large pool with eight 25-yard lap lanes and a diving well, and a separate 1-3-ft. depth training pool with a ramp available for small children. A picnic area, basketball courts, and a playground are adjacent to the pool. A free parking lot is on-site, and a DASH bus stop is one block away. Operating hours include aquatic programs, as well as public hours listed below. Hours and fees are subject to change.
Warwick Pool
FACILITY HOURS & ADDRESS
ADDRESS
3301 Landover St. | 571.312.8470
Summer Schedule (Closed tuesdays)
5/25-9/1: Sa-Su 11 a.m.-4:45 p.m.
5/28-6/14: Mon, Wed-Fri 4:30-7:45 p.m.
6/13-8/16: Mon, Wed-Fri 11 a.m.-6:45 p.m.
8/19-8/30: Mon, Wed-Fri 4:30-7:45 p.m.
Holidays (5/27, 6/19, 7/4, 9/2): 10 a.m.-4:45 p.m.
FACILITY AMENITIES
This complex includes a six lane 25-yard lap pool with an accessible ramp, beach entry. The water depth ranges from 0-5 feet. The Landover Street playground is adjacent to the pool. Limited free street parking is available, and a DASH bus stop is two blocks away. Operating hours include aquatic programs, as well as lap swim and open swim hours listed below. Hours and fees are subject to change.
Potomac Yard Park Interactive Fountain
FACILITY HOURS & ADDRESS
ADDRESS
2501 Potomac Ave. | 703.746.5598
2024 HOURS:
Daily (Memorial Day weekend-Labor Day weekend): 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Daily (Labor Day weekend-mid-October): 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
FACILITY AMENITIES
The Potomac Yard Park Interactive Fountain, located between the two playgrounds, features 36 water jets, including 12 laminar jets, which shoot a stream of water between two troughs and lighting at the jets for nighttime effects. The fountain offers three programmable sequences, and sensors control the water jet height based on the wind speed in the area adjusting the jets accordingly. For added public safety, the fountain features a secondary ultraviolet water treatment system. The fountain supports the City's Eco-City Initiative by treating and recycling water resulting in reduced water use.
Aquatic Fees
Outdoor Pool Daily Admission Fees
- Child (0-4)* $0
- Youth (5-17)* $3
- Adult (18-59) $4
- Senior (60+) $3
- Non-resident $6
Outdoor Pool Season Passes
- Child (0-4)* $0
- Youth (5-13)* $53
- Teens (13-17)* $39
- Adult (18-59) $105
- Senior (60+) $84
- Family (up to 4 residents) $288
- Non-resident $154
Indoor Pool Daily Fees & Passes
Please visit the Chinquapin page for detailed fee information for Chinquapin's Rixse Memorial Pool.
Fee Assistance Program for City Residents
Fee Assistance Information
The Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities encourages participation in City services from all City residents. If you, a member of your family, or a friend would like to purchase a pool season pass and are in need of fee assistance in order to participate, please view the Financial Assistance Policy or contact the sponsoring program office for more detailed information. Financial Assistance Requests can be filled out at the pool or emailed to Aquatics@alexandriava.gov. For fee assistance information, call 703.746.5414 or (TTY) 703.838.4902.
Alexandria Swim Academy
The Alexandria Swim Academy is part of the Red Cross Learn to Swim program, offering swim lessons for ages 6 months through adult. Swim lessons are available for all skill levels and abilities. Lessons run all year and registration is available online. Register now.
Rentals
For additional information or to reserve, please call 703.746.5553 or email Chinquapin@alexandriava.gov.
Pool Lanes & Diving Wells
Swimming pool lanes and diving wells are available for rental. Due to limited capacity, organized groups planning to visit the pool are highly encouraged to make a rental reservation in advance; otherwise, they may not be accommodated at pool entry.
Picnic Area & Club Rooms
Pool party rentals are available at the picnic area at Old Town Pool and in the club rooms at Chinquapin Park Recreation Center & Aquatics Facility.
Pool Party Package
- 1-hour pool time & 2-hour use of a party room for ages 6+
- Small Room: $149 Residents / $184 Non-residents
- Large Room: $179 Residents / $214 Non-residents
- Optional Add-Ons: balloon package ($25) or bounce house ($49)
Visit RPCA's Party Packages for more information.
Pool Tips & Rules
Open Swimming & Safety Swim Test
Open swimming is first-come, first-served on a drop-in basis. Adult swimmers and youth swimmers* can use the diving well when available.
*Youth swimmers must pass the swim test before going to the diving well or using the diving board. Please see a staff member to take the swim test and get a wristband upon successful completion of the test.
Safety Swim Test
Enter the water and submerge head and continue.
Swim the length of the pool (25 yards) without stopping and demonstrating freestyle or breaststroke with good breath control (no 'heads up' swimming) and remaining on their front.
Tread water for 30 seconds.
Lap Swimming
Lap swimming is first-come, first-served on a drop-in basis. When swimming in a lane with other swimmers, please let others know you are entering the lane. For 2 swimmers, split the lane, with each swimmer staying on 1 side of the pool respectively; for 3+ swimmers, circle swim counterclockwise (always stay to your right).
Tips for Enjoying the Pool
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Arrival and Capacity – Please check in at the front desk and pay the daily admission fee or swipe your pass. *Please note that the pools are in high demand during peak times including, but not limited to weekends; evenings; weekday camp swim 12-3 p.m.; June and July Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday swim team practice 5-6 p.m. (Old Town Pool only). Pools may reach max capacity during peak times. In the event that the pool is at maximum capacity when you arrive, a staff member will ask you to wait to enter until space becomes available.
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Accompanied Youth – Youth ages 0-12 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult (18+) at all times. Youth ages 0-5 must have an adult in the water within arm's reach. Youth ages 6-12 must have an adult in the water or on the pool deck within direct line of sight.
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Teenagers – Teenagers ages 13-17 may visit the pools without an adult once their parent or guardian has completed a Teen Registration Form . Parents or guardians may complete the form online or go to any pool to fill out and sign the form, which is valid from September through August each year. Registered teenagers must present a valid identification card, such as a school ID or RPCA teen key fob, for each pool entry. Teenagers aged 13-17 without a completed Teen Registration Form must be accompanied by an adult (18+) in the water or on the pool deck within direct line of sight.
- Locker Rooms – Men's, women's, and universal locker rooms with showers are available at each pool. You may bring a lock for a day-use locker or bring your personal items to the pool deck.
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Pool Attire – Swimwear should be tight-fitting, clean, and water-safe. Prohibited items include denim, street shoes, excessively loose or bulky clothing, and thong bottoms. Unsure? Ask a staff member.
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Lane or Zone Assignment – Lanes and zones are designated for lap swim, open swim, programs, and rentals. A staff member can assist you with finding a lane or zone for your visit.
- Safety Breaks – When the weather is hot or the pool is crowded, lifeguards will blow their whistles to signal safety breaks from the 45-minute mark to the top of the hour, hourly. During safety breaks, only adults may remain in the water, and some zones may be closed (such as diving boards and the training pool). Safety breaks are a great time for lifeguards and swimmers to get some shade, rehydrate, use the restroom, and reapply sunscreen to ensure that the fun can safely continue after the break.
- Equipment – You may bring your own swim equipment and pool toys, but please, no non-Coast Guard-approved flotation devices, such as water wings, pool floats, inflatable rings, or noodles. Swimmers wearing a Coast Guard-approved flotation device must be within arm's length of an adult at all times. All pools have life jackets available for complimentary use. A selection of swim equipment will also be available on the pool deck. Equipment available for lap swim or adult water aerobic exercise only may include kickboards, exercise noodles, ankle weights, aqua jogger belts, pull buoys, aqua barbells, and aqua dumbbells.
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Inclement Weather – In the event of inclement weather or other unexpected interruptions that close the pool, you may receive a complimentary visit pass if your swim time is cut short. Participants in an aquatic class cancelled due to inclement weather will be contacted regarding a credit or make-up class.
Employment Opportunities
Applications for Lifeguards, Pool Operators, Pool Managers, Swim Coaches, and Water Safety Swim Instructors are accepted on a seasonal and year-round basis. The City of Alexandria also offers Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor training. Please visit our Jobs page to apply; email Aquatics@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.5436 for more information.
Opportunities are available to qualified instructors to instruct aquatic exercise and enrichment programs for all ages. Classes are offered seasonally and year-round. To submit a proposal, email Aquatics@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.5434.
Contacts
- Regional Program Director
- Ingrid Blanco, Aquatic Manager
- Trina Wood, Aquatics Coordinator
- Megan Eckstein, Recreation Manager
- Ann Redfearn, Recreation Coordinator
For inquiries, email Aquatics@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.5553.