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Municipal Pools


 The Aquatics Division encourages participation through our swimming programs, special events and activities. We will provide participants with the opportunity to enjoy water-related activities that promote safe swimming, water safety, healthy competition, sportsmanship and fun at our public swimming pools and facilities. Our highly trained staff is committed to conducting safe, fun and quality activities. Participants and patrons will be guided through wholesome experiences at our well-maintained swimming pools and facilities. 

H. Spurgeon Cherry
"Westside" Pool
Dwight H. Hunter
"Northeast" Pool
Andrew R. Mickle, Sr. Pool
1001 NW 31st Drive ♦ 334-2187 1100 NE 14th Street ♦ 334-2191 1717 SE 15th Street ♦ 334-2190
CLOSED for the season effective:
Monday, October 17th, 2011
Monday through Friday: 
11:30am-1pm Lunchtime Lap Swim
3-7pm  Rec Swim
Saturday: 12 Noon - 5pm
Sunday: 12 Noon - 5pm
Effective November 1st the pool will be CLOSED on Sundays.
CLOSED for the season effective:
Tuesday, September 6th, 2011

Birthday Party packages are available at H. Spurgeon Cherry "Westside" Pool and at Dwight H. Hunter Northeast Pool. You must come to our Administrative Office to pay the deposit for the party.  For pool availability or additional information please call our Administrative Office at (352)334-5067.  
 

Season Pool Pass Rates
 Packages Available City Residents*  Non-City Residents Pool Passes are available and are good for use at all three pool locations. The passes are valid in sixth month increments. Northeast Pool has year round hours, Mickle and Westside Pools are generally open from May through October (weather permitting). You can purchase a pass at our Administrative Office which is located at 306 NE 6th Avenue, 3rd Floor.
Adults (18-49) $104.75 $156.50
Children (3-17) $51.75 $78.25
Seniors (50+) $51.75 $78.25
Special Population $51.75 $78.25
Family Pass* (four or less) $214.00 $324.25
Each addl' person (family pass) $9.00 $12.75


 
For additional information, please click on the pool name: Westside Pool, Northeast Pool, Mickle Pool


Pool Facility Rules

Pool Splash Pad Diving Well Lap Lanes Slide



Westside PoolH. Spurgeon Cherry (Westside) Pool - The H. Spurgeon Cherry "Westside" Pool is part of the Westside Recreation Center.
Address: 1001 NW 31st Drive, 32605 (click on address for map)
Telephone: 352-334-2187
Capacity: 330
Size: 50 meters
Description: Full-featured aquatics facility, including such amenities as short course lap lanes, splash pad, one- and three-meter diving boards, diving towers, disabled access ramp, bathhouse and showers, aqua slide, professionally trained staff, deck space for sunbathing swim lessons, and picnic area. Seasonal schedule and fee information is available in the "Aquatics" section. For special events or rentals at the pools, please call the Aquatics Supervisor at (352) 334-5067.
 

Admission 2011 Rates:  $3.85 Adults - Youth (3-17)/Seniors 50+ $2.45  (Season Pool Passes are available!)
Amenities: Lap lanes, diving boards and slides, picnic area and pool deck, splash pad

H. Spurgeon Cherry "Westside" Pool Lap Lanes

H. Spurgeon Cherry "Westside" Pool Slide and Diving Boards

H. Spurgeon Cherry "Westside" Pool Picnic Area


Northeast PoolDwight H. Hunter (Northeast) Pool - The Dwight H. Hunter "Northeast" Pool is part of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Multipurpose Center.
Address: 1100 NE 14th Street, 32601 (click on address for map)
Telephone: 352-334-2191
Capacity: 440
Size: 50 meters
Description: Full-featured aquatics facility, including such amenities as eight short course lap lanes, splash pad, one- and three-meter diving boards, disabled access ramp, bathhouse and showers, aqua slide, professionally trained staff, deck space for sunbathing, and swim lessons. Seasonal schedule and fee information is available in the "Aquatics" section. For special events or rentals at the pools, please call the Aquatics Supervisor at (352) 334-5067.

Admission 2011 Rates:  $3.30 Adults - Youth (3-17)/Seniors 50+ $1.95 (Season Pool Passes are available!)
Amenities: Lap lanes, diving boards and slides, picnic area and pool deck, splash pad

Dwight H. Hunter (Northeast) Pool  Lap Lanes

Dwight H. Hunter (Northeast) Pool Picnic Area

Dwight H. Hunter (Northeast) Pool Splash Pads


Mickle PoolAndrew R. Mickle, Sr. Pool - The Andrew R. Mickle, Sr. Pool is part of the T.B. McPherson Recreation Center.
Address: 1717 SE 15th Street, 32641 (click on address for map)
Telephone: 352-334-2190
Capacity: 128
Size: 25 yards
Description: Full-featured aquatics facility, including such amenities as seven short course lap lanes, one- and three-meter diving boards, disabled access ramp, bathhouse and showers, professionally trained staff, deck space for sunbathing, swim lessons, and picnic area. Seasonal schedule and fee information is available in the "Aquatics" section. For special events or rentals at the pools, please call the Aquatics Supervisor at (352) 334-5067. 

Admission 2011 Rates:  $2.45 Adults - Youth (3-17)/Seniors 50+ $1.35  (Season Pool Passes are available!)

Andrew R. Mickle, Sr. Pool  Diving Boards

Andrew R. Mickle, Sr. Pool Picnic/Seating Area

Andrew R. Mickle, Sr. Pool

 

 

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