The Edwards Family Aquatic Center



Sections:

Schedule

-May 27th – May 29th
-May 30th – June 18th
-June 19th – August 18th
*Holiday Schedule on Tuesday, July 4th
-August 19th – September 1st
-September 2nd- September 4th

Pool Programming

-Open Swim
-Adult Lap Swim
-Swim Lessons
-FAST Swim Team

Admission

-2023 Pool Fees
-Swim Sessions
-Resident Family Season Pass
-Punch Pass

Rental Information

-2023 Private Pool Rentals
-2023 Pool Rental Fees
-The Edwards Family Main Pool
*Names Family Foundation Party Room & Kitchen Add-On
-Names Family Foundation Party Room & Kitchen Rental
-2023 Private Pool Rentals FAQ

About


2023 The Edwards Family Aquatic Center Schedule

Opening Weekend

 

May 27th – May 29th

Saturday, Sunday, Monday
  • Open Swim Mid-Day Session – 11AM-2PM
  • Open Swim Afternoon Session – 2:30PM-5:30PM
  • Evening Swim Session – 6PM-8PM

 

 

 

 

May 30th – June 18th

Monday-Friday
  • Lap Swim – 6:30AM-9:30AM
  • Open Swim – 3:30PM-6:30PM
Saturday-Sunday
  • Open Swim Mid-Day Session – 11AM-2PM
  • Open Swim Afternoon Session – 2:30PM-5:30PM
  • Evening Swim Session – 6PM-8PM

 

June 19th – August 18th*

Monday-Friday
  • Lap Swim – 6:30AM-9:30AM
  • Open Swim – 12:30PM-4:30PM
  • Evening Swim – 6:30PM-8:30PM
Saturday-Sunday
  • Open Swim Mid-Day Session – 11AM-2PM
  • Open Swim Afternoon Session – 2:30PM-5:30PM
  • Evening Swim Session – 6PM-8PM

*Holiday Schedule on Tuesday, July 4th:

  • Open Swim Mid-Day Session – 11AM-2PM
  • Open Swim Afternoon Session – 2:30PM-5:30PM

August 19th – September 1st

Monday-Friday
  • Lap Swim – 6:30AM-9:30AM
  • Open Swim – 12:30PM-4:30PM
  • Evening Swim – 6:30PM-8:30PM
Saturday-Sunday
  • Open Swim Mid-Day Session – 11AM-2PM
  • Open Swim Afternoon Session – 2:30PM-5:30PM
  • Evening Swim Session – 6PM-8PM

 

September 2nd – September 4th

Saturday, Sunday, Monday
  • Open Swim Mid-Day Session – 11AM-2PM
  • Open Swim Afternoon Session – 2:30PM-5:30PM
  • Evening Swim Session – 6PM-8PM

 

 

 

 


Edwards Family Pool Programming

Open swim sessions with alternating diving board and deep-end swim time.

Admission will be required of all customers 6 years of age and older.

Children 6 years of age and younger must be within arm’s reach of their parent or guardian at all times while using the large pool.

 

 

Weekday Open Swim is Monday through Friday. Times vary throughout the season. Please see schedule.

 

Mid-Day Open Swim Sessions are on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00AM-2:00PM.

 

 

Afternoon Open Swim Sessions are on Saturdays and Sundays from 2:30PM-5:30PM.

 

 

Evening open swim is a shorter session offered in the evenings.

 

 

Family Swim is a special swim session that is only open to children and their parents or guardians. Small water toys and floaties are allowed during Family Swim with lifeguard approval. Kids & teens 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during Family Swim.

 

Lap swim is for those 18 and older wishing to swim on their own and at their own pace. There is no coach on deck and lanes are first come first served. Days and times vary throughout the season. Please see schedule.

 

Water aerobics may be offered during lap swim sessions. If water aerobics is scheduled, it will be posted here.

 

Group lessons are four children ages 4 and up and are 32 inches tall at the top of the shoulder. All lessons are offered every half hour. If your child has not participated in swim lessons before or has minimal experience with swimming, we recommend starting in level 1. If your child can swim but needs work on basic stroke or treading water, please consult with one of our head lifeguards for guidance on what level to sign them up for. As of right now swim lesson ratios are 3:1 student to instructor ratio. Each session is 5 days a week for two weeks consecutive weeks. Morning classes are offered from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm Monday-Friday. Evening Swim Lessons will be offered from 4:45-6:15 pm Monday-Friday. Swim Lesson Sign-ups will take place the Thursday before each session begins. Online registration only; spots are limited.

 

Below, you will find Calendars for Swim Lesson Sessions 1-4.

 

 

 

Session 1
  • June 26th-July 7th
  • Resident registration starts June 22nd at 9:00AM
  • Non-Resident Registration starts June 23rd at 9:00AM
  • Registration closes when full or June 25th at 6:00PM
  • No lessons on July 4th for Independence Day
  • Resident Fee: $45
  • Non-Resident Fee: $67.50

 

 

 

Session 2
  • July 10th – July 21st
  • Resident registration starts July 6th at 9:00AM
  • Non-Resident Registration starts July 7th at 9:00AM
  • Registration closes when full or July 9th at 6:00PM
  • Resident Fee: $50
  • Non-Resident Fee: $75

 

 

 

Session 3
  • July 24th – August 4th
  • Resident registration starts July 20th at 9:00AM
  • Non-Resident Registration starts July 21st at 9:00AM
  • Registration closes when full or July 23rd at 6:00PM
  • Resident Fee: $50
  • Non-Resident Fee: $75

 

 

 

Session 4
  • July 10th – July 21st
  • Resident registration starts July 6th at 9:00AM
  • Non-Resident Registration starts July 7th at 9:00AM
  • Registration closes when full or July 9th at 6:00PM
  • Resident Fee: $50
  • Non-Resident Fee: $75

 

 

 

 

The Fircrest Amateur Swim Team (FAST) is a developmental swim program that offers a low-pressure, fun swim program for aspiring swimmers. To qualify for FAST Your child needs to be able to swim 25 yards of Freestyle and 25 yards Backstroke to be considered for the team. On the first day, we will test all swimmers to place them in the appropriate group and will let you know at that time if the swim team is the right fit for your child. If your child is not quite ready for FAST our swim team coaches will recommend a swim lesson level that is appropriate for your child to learn the skills required to eventually join the swim team. Online registration is required; spots are limited.

 

 

June 19th – August 18th
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
7:30AM-9:00AM
Residents: $75
Non-Residents: $125

 


Admission

2023 Pool Fees

 

Swim Sessions:

Open Swim – Resident: $5 | Non-Resident: $10

Evening/Family Swim – Resident: $4 | Non-Resident: $8

Lap Swim – Resident: $4| Non-Resident: $8

Resident Family Season Pass

Resident Family Season Pass Season Passes will be available for purchase in person at the Roy H. Community Center by appointment by an adult member of the Household starting April 1st. Adult member of Household must be present at initial appointment to purchase Season Pass. Appointments must be made through RecDesk (registration coming soon). The Resident Family Season Pass is only available to Residents of the City of Fircrest. All Season Pass holders must have a valid Resident RecDesk account. Fircrest Residents living in the same household qualify for this pass.

Single Member – $70
Each Additional Member – $40

Punch Pass

The punch pass includes 10 punches. Each punch is good for 1 person for 1 session. The punch pass can be used for just a single member, or all members of the household.

Punch Pass – Resident: $45 | Non-Resident: $90

 

 


Rental Information

2023 Private Pool Rentals

 

Edwards Family Aquatic Center Pool Rental Application
 
Names Family Foundation Party Room Rental Application
 

The Edwards Family Main Pool rental applications will open to the public on Wednesday, February 22nd at 12:00PM. Private rentals are only available on Saturdays and Sundays from 8:30AM-10:30AM between June 3rd and Aug 27th, 2023. Saturdays in July are currently on hold pending scheduling for the FAST Swim Team’s Swim Meets. There is no waiting list available for these dates. Once the Swim Meets are scheduled, notice will be given in advance of additional dates becoming available to apply for.

Applications will only be accepted through fircrest.recdesk.com with a valid RecDesk account. New accounts can take up to 5 business days to approve manually by our staff. If you do not have an account, please create one in advance to avoid delay. Submitting an application does not guarantee rental. If you have limited access, we have a tablet available at the Roy H. Murphy Community Center for you to complete your application.

*IMPORTANT* Your application will not be submitted if you do not continue through the process until:

  • You reach the Checkout Complete page
  • Your cart is empty
  • AND receive an email notification that your application has been submitted


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2023 Pool Rental Fees

The Edwards Family Main Pool

Pool rental fees are based on party attendance and residency. Attendance is the total number of people through the facility gate during your rental.

2 Hour Rental Cost:

People: 1-30 – Resident: $200 | Non-Resident: $300 | Non-Profit: $230

People: 31-60 – Resident: $300 | Non-Resident: $400 | Non-Profit: $350

People: 61-90 – Resident: $400 | Non-Resident: $590 | Non-Profit: $460

People: 91-120 – Resident: $500 | Non-Resident: $740 | Non-Profit: $580

People: 121-150 – Resident: $600 | Non-Resident: $880 | Non-Profit: $700

Security Deposit – Resident: $75 | Non-Resident: $100 | Non-Profit: $100

The Names Family Foundation Party Room Add-On

If you would like to rent the Party Room in conjunction with your Pool rental, you can add-on for a reduced rate:

2 Hour Party Room Rental: Resident: $100 | Non-Resident: $150 | Non-Profit: $120

The Names Family Foundation Party Room Rental

The Party Room is available for rent throughout the year. The rental fee does not include admission to the Pool. Please contact the Pool Manager a week prior to your rental date to coordinate guest admission.

Rental Per Hour:

Fri-Sun – Resident: $75/hr. | Non Resident: $110/hr. | Non-Profit: $86/hr.

Mon-Thursday – Resident: $60/hr. | Non-Resident: $90/hr. | Non-Profit: $70/hr.

Security Deposit – Resident: $75/hr. | Non-Resident: $100/hr. | Non-Profit: $100/hr.

For more information on renting a Fircrest Facility, please visit our Facility Rentals Page.

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2023 Private Pool Rentals FAQ


Not all my guests will be swimming, do they count towards attendance?

YES, all guests that enter the facility are a part of your estimated attendance. The number of guests you enter on your application is the MAXIMUM number of people that will be able to enter the facility gates on the day of your rental. Staff and lifeguards are scheduled based of your attendance number, and we will not be able to accommodate a larger group on the day of your rental.

I am not sure how many people will RSVP to my party. What should my estimated attendance be?

On the day of your rental, your attendance will be the maximum amount of people allowed through the gates. Please estimate your attendance as accurately as possible. If your attendance changes, please let us know as soon as possible. You may make changes to your reservation with a minimum of 10 business days’ notice.

When is the latest I can make a change or cancel my reservation?

Please notify us of any changes to your rental as soon as possible. Any changes must be made at least 10 business days prior to your rental.

Rentals that are canceled at least 10 business days in advance of the rental date will be charged a $10 administrative fee and refunded the remaining balance. Rentals that are canceled with less than 10 business days’ notice forfeit their reservation fee and will not receive a refund.

Can I come in to apply?

Yes, if you have limited access we have a tablet for you to apply at the Roy H. Murphy Community Center. All of our rentals are processed through RecDesk, and you will need to apply using a valid RecDesk account. If you need assistance to apply, please contact us and make an appointment.

What does a valid RecDesk account mean?

Accounts created online have to be manually approved by Parks & Recreation Staff. This process can take up to 5 business days. If you do not have a valid RecDesk account, please create an account as far in advance as possible to avoid delay in applying for a rental. Create an account here.

I would like to rent the pool on a Saturday in July, can I put a hold on my date? Is there a waiting list for these dates?

Saturdays in July are on hold for the FAST Swim Team swim meet scheduling. Notice will be given in advance when additional dates become available. July 22nd will not be available for a rental. There is no waiting list, and no holds available for the additional Saturdays when they become available. We will announce availability on our website (cityoffircrest.net) prior to applications being accepted on our recdesk site (fircrest.recdesk.com).

When do I pay for my rental?

The full rental invoice must be paid within 5 business days after your rental is approved. There is no fee to apply for a rental. You will receive an email notifying you if your rental was approved with a link to your invoice and information regarding Fircrest facility rentals. Please check your inbox and spam or junk folders.

If your full invoice is not paid within 5 business days, your rental may be subject to cancelation.

I would like to rent the Party Room during an Open Swim Session. Can my guests access the pool?

Yes, IF your party/guests pay admission fees. Rental of the Party Room does not include admission to the Pool. If you would like access to the pool during an open swim session, please contact the pool manager the week before your rental to coordinate guest admission.


About the Edwards Family Aquatic Center

In April 2019, Fircrest citizens came together around a shared vision:

To build a modern community center and pool with safer, more efficient and larger facilities to better meet the community’s needs through additional recreational opportunities –

A Gathering Place for All.

After finishing construction, on May 29th, 2021 the Fircrest Community celebrated the new Aquatic Center’s Grand Opening. The new facility includes:

  • 25-yard pool with
    • 6 lap lanes
    • diving board
  • Whirlpool play area
  • Kiddie pool
  • Pool house including:
    • Locker rooms
    • Party room
    • Community kitchen

Click Here for more information on the Pool & Community Center Project