Lap & Rec Swim
The IMA pool is available to all Rec Members during open hours; below are descriptions of the specific programs available. There is no registration or additional payment for these programs.
Pool Schedule
For a simplified visual calendar of the pool’s weekly scheduling, see below. Please note the schedule below does not reflect one-off events (i.e. Intramurals, private swim lessons), unique changes to the schedule, or reduced IMA hours. For a more comprehensive calendar, please refer to the Facility Calendar.
ProgramDayTimeDetails
Lap Swim | Monday – Friday | 6:00a – 9:00a | All Lanes |
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Monday, Wednesday | 9:00a – 1:00p | Lanes 8-14 (Deep End) |
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Tuesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00a – 1:00p | Lanes 1-7 (Shallow End) |
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Monday – Friday | 1:00p – 9:00p | All Lanes | |
Saturday, Sunday | 11:00a – 6:00p | 11 lanes (Variable) |
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Rec Swim | None |
ProgramDayTimeDetails
Lap Swim | Monday – Friday | 6:00a – 9:00a | All Lanes |
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Monday, Wednesday | 9:00a – 1:00p | Lanes 8-14 (Deep End) |
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Tuesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00a – 1:00p | Lanes 1-7 (Shallow End) |
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Monday, Tuesday, Friday | 1:00p – 9:00p | All Lanes | |
Wednesday | 1:00p – 8:00p | All Lanes | |
Wednesday | 8:00p – 9:00p | Lanes 1-10 (11-14 used by Swim Club) |
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Thursday | 1:00p – 7:00p | All Lanes | |
Thursday | 7:00p – 9:00p | Lanes 1-10 (11-14 used by Swim Club) |
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Saturday | 11:00a – 6:00p | 11 lanes (Variable) |
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Sunday | 11:00a – 2:00p | 11 lanes (Variable) |
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Sunday | 2:00p – 4:00p | 7 lanes (8-14 used by Water Polo Club) |
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Sunday | 4:00p – 6:00p | 14 lanes | |
Rec Swim | Saturday | 1:00p – 6:00p | Lanes 12-14 (Deep End) |
Sunday | 11:00a – 6:00p | Lanes 1-3 (Shallow End) |
ProgramDayTimeDetails
Lap Swim | Monday – Friday | 6:00a – 9:00a | All Lanes |
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Monday, Wednesday | 9:00a – 1:00p | Lanes 8-14 (Deep End) |
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Tuesday, Thursday, Friday | 9:00a – 1:00p | Lanes 1-7 (Shallow End) |
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Monday, Friday | 1:00p – 9:00p | All Lanes | |
Tuesday | 1:00p – 7:00p | All Lanes | |
Tuesday | 7:00p – 9:00p | Lanes 1-7 (Shallow End) (8-14 used by Water Polo Club) |
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Wednesday | 1:00p – 8:00p | All Lanes | |
Wednesday | 8:00p – 9:00p | Lanes 1-10 (11-14 used by Swim Club) |
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Thursday | 1:00p – 7:00p | All Lanes | |
Thursday | 7:00p – 9:00p | Lanes 1-10 (11-14 used by Swim Club) |
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Saturday, Sunday | 11:00a – 6:00p | 11 lanes (Variable) |
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Rec Swim | Saturday | 1:00p – 6:00p | Lanes 12-14 (Deep End) |
Sunday | 11:00a – 2:00p | Lanes 1-3 (Shallow End) |
Lap Swim
Open lap swim is available during all IMA operational hours. The only time the IMA Pool will not be open for lap will be during special events approved and scheduled by the Aquatics & Safety Manager, or to complete maintenance.
- There are kickboards, pull buoys, paddles, and fins of multiple sizes available on deck for use at any point.
- Please do not walk on deck while wearing fins. It is a slipping hazard and may damage the fins.
- Open lap lanes are first-come, first serve. Lanes should be shared by swimmers of similar speeds.
- When no other programs are scheduled during open hours, lap swim is available by default.
- Swimmers must share lap lanes. Choose a lane with other swimmers your speed.
- No large floaties, pool toys, or balls for throwing are allowed.
- Mono-fins and mermaid tails are allowed, however lifeguards may ask to verify your swimming ability in the shallow end prior to use in the deep end.
Watch the video below to learn how to share lanes with others!
Rec Swim
At pre-scheduled days and times, some lane lines will be removed to allow for less structured swimming! This time is ideal for individuals looking to use the pool for something other than lap swim, such as playing games with friends or treading water. The specific lanes and pool depth for each Open Swim will vary to accommodate different swimming abilities.
Rec swim is not scheduled on holidays or when the IMA has reduced hours.
- Lap swim should be avoided within the rec swim lanes when possible, to avoid collision between swimmers.
- Toys for throwing/playing are allowed, however they must be a soft material and smaller than a basketball.
- Small personal foam floaties are allowed (i.e. noodles), however no inflatable floats (donuts, lounge floats) are allowed.
Logrolling
Log Rolling is part of our Friday Night Activities at the IMA! It starts at 7:30pm and ends at 10pm when the pool closes. Participants face off in 1-on-1 battles to see who can stay on the log the longest. Or, try it alone to get the best record of the night!
Logrolling uses Lanes 1-4, and setup begins at 7pm.
Participants using the logs must follow all pool rules, in addition to the logrolling-specific policies below:
- Maximum of two participants can be on the log at one time.
- No one should be in the fall zone directly next to the logs while someone is using them.
- Before getting on the log, ensure it is parallel to the wall and not close to any other items or obstruction (e.g. lane lines).
- When standing on the log, do not reach for or grab the backstroke flags.
For more information on the sport and using the logs, check out theĀ Instruction Manual.
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