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*Household Membership: To qualify for a Household Membership, an adult (18 &up) must be the primary member on the membership. Fee shown is for 2 household members.

Every member (except “caregiver”) to be added to this account/membership must show proof that they reside at the same household as the primary member listed. A valid driver's license or state ID is required as proof for members 16 & up. The most current report card with parent signature and/or birth certificate is required for ages 15 & under.

Additional non-household (not living at same address) members can be added as the "Caregiver" additional member, designed for babysitters/nanny-like individuals for households with young children (12 & under). A maximum of 2 "Caregiver" members are allowed per household membership."

All information and proof for each member on the membership must be included on the form and shown at the time of registration. No additions will be accepted after initial purchase.

Pool Admission Fees (At-the-Door prices for all three pools)
Everyone must pay an admission fee to enter the pool regardless if they will be swimming. 

11 Things to Know Before Going to the Pools


1. Any of the 3 pools can close or their operating hours can be adjusted by the discretion of the park district for any of the safety reasons listed below:
    • If the air temperature is below 70F as reported by the Weather Channel for Midway Airport.
    • If lightning is sighted or there is threatening weather.
    • If the water is not chemically balanced.
    • If there is a mechanical failure.
    • If there is a lack of sufficient lifeguards (This may occur at the beginning and end of the season due to staff’s school schedules.)
    • Pool has less than 10 swimmers for 1 hour; it may close within the next hour.

2. A valid ID is required to be shown every time you enter the pool (Membership Card or Driver's License) for the entire summer. If you do not have your Membership Card, you will have to pay a daily fee to enter. Daily Fees paid at the door will not be credited to future or existing memberships. If you are purchasing a daily admission and do not have an ID to prove residency, you will be charged the non-resident rates.

3. For everyone's safety, the Aquatic staff & rules must be obeyed. If a patron—regardless of their age, is not following the rules, not obeying staff instructions, and/or becoming verbally or physically abusive, that patron will be disciplined accordingly. Discipline varies from having a "time out"; to being temporarily removed from the facilities; to revoked memberships/admission to the pools.

4. For safety reasons: an adult must accompany any child under the age of 10 at all times at the pools. All kids 10 & under will need an adult present with them in order to be granted admission into the pool; in addition, the adult must remain at the pool for the duration of the child’s stay to provide supervision. Any young child left at the pool unattended by an adult (someone 16 years or older) will be turned over to the police. Memorial Children’s Pool, is designed for families with children under age 10, however, everyone is welcome to use it. All children 16 & under must be accompanied by an adult to gain admission.

5. Cut-offs, jean shorts, leotards, spandex athletic wear may not be worn for swimming. All swim attire must have a lining. No underwear is to be worn under male shorts or female suits.

6. Floatation devices (kick boards, noodles) are allowed only at the discretion of the manager. Water wings, inner tubes, etc. are not allowed. We recommend the bathing suits with the floatation device inside the suit verticality.

7. Patrons must use pool equipment (diving boards, slides, etc.) and personal floatation devices properly. If abused or the floatation device obstructs the lifeguard’s view, the manager has the right to forbid the use of the device or equipment.

8. Masks (covers nose), fins, snorkels, diving disks and rings may be used only during Early Bird and Lap Swim.

9. Lockers are available. For the majority of them, you must supply your own lock. The park district is not responsible for missing articles.

10. No glass allowed. Refreshment (alcohol is never permitted) and food items brought into the pool must be kept in designated concession area. Management reserves the right to check and hold all coolers and containers if the regulations are not adhered to.

11. During all Open Swims, there will be Guard Breaks/Adult Swims. The baby pool is closed during guard breaks. No child should be left unattended during the breaks while an adult swims. At Memorial Children’s Pool, it is only a guard break – not an adult swim.

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DAILY DISCOUNT PUNCH PASSES 

Don't like paying full price?  Don't want to deal with the inconvenience of paying with cash at the door each time?   Purchase a Daily Discount Pass With 5 admissions on each punchcard.  Visits are good for the 2007 season only. No refunds will be given for remaining visits on punch card. Pool membership privileges do not apply. 

$23.75/Residents or $47.50/Non-Residents.

EARLY BIRD & LAP SWIM

Great for young and old!  Training for a triathlon or just looking for a great cross-training opportunity? Swimming laps is a great way to stay fit and build up your endurance! We offer two lap-swimming opportunities: one in the morning called Early Bird and one in the evening called Lap Swim. (Refer to schedule below for specific dates, days, times and location.) One punch card is good for both Early Bird and Lap Swim. Each visit will be deducted from the punch card. For example, if you attend Early Bird, one visit will be deducted from the card; if you attend Lap Swim later that day, another visit will be deducted from the card. Any remaining visits on the card are non-refundable nor can they be transferred to another program or Open-Swim admission. Air-temperature rules apply only to Lap Swim at Centennial Pool. PDNA

AGE:    15 years & up
FEE:     5 Visits: $11/Res, $16/Non-Res

Central Pool Early Bird

Mondays-Saturdays • 7-8:50 a.m.
June 11 -Aug. 9*
*The program may continue, if staff is available. The park district only guarantees the program until Aug. 9th.

Centennial Lap Swim (Coincides with other pool programs)

Mondays & Wednesdays 7 – 8 p.m.
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6 - 7 p.m.
June 13 – Aug. 9

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