Swimming Pool
NOTE: the Laboratory's pool is for the use of Brookhaven Lab employees, guests, retirees, and family members only. It is not open to the general public.
Pool Operating Hours
Employees
*Mon — Fri, 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 to 8 p.m.Saturday 11 a.m.—2 p.m.
Retirees
*Mon — Fri, 10:30 a.m. to noon and 4 to 8 p.m.Saturday 11 a.m.—2 p.m.
Family Swim
Friday, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.Saturday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Usage fees
Fees are paid by cash or personal check at the pool desk upon entry to the building.
| Employees, Facility Users, Guests and family members over the age of 6 | $5 per day. No monthly or quarterly passes available for family. |
| Friday Night Family Swim | $5 per family |
| Monthly Individual Passes* | $25 |
| Quarterly Individual Passes* | $60 |
* Only employees, retirees, students, post docs and individuals with guest appointments may purchase monthly or quarterly passes.
Schedule
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
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| 9 a.m. | Starfish 9 - 9:45 a.m. |
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| 10 a.m. | Starfish 9:45 - 10:30 a.m. |
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| 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Lap Swim | Lap Swim | Lap Swim | Lap Swim | Lap Swim | Family Swim |
| 4 p.m. | Lap Swim | Lap Swim | Lap Swim | Lap Swim | Lap Swim | |
| 5 p.m. | Lap Swim | Aquafit Class 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. |
Adult Swim Class 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. |
Aquafit Class 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. |
Family Swim | |
| 6 p.m. | Lap Swim | Aquafit Class 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. |
Adult Swim Class 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. |
Aquafit Class 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. |
Family Swim | |
| 7 p.m. | Lap Swim | Lap Swim | Lap Swim | Lap Swim | Family Swim |
Pool Programs
Beginner Swim Lessons
Join our expert instructors to reach your swimming goals, with flexible scheduling and personalized lessons in a supportive environment. Classes are open to all badged lab employees and family members ages 3 and up.
Starfish Program (4-y.o.)
Saturdays at 9 a.m. or 9:45 a.m.
Duration: 8 sessions
Starts: Sept. 14, 2024
Price: $150
Adult Swim Lessons
Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.
Duration: 10 sessions
Starts: Sept. 11, 2024
Price: $175
Aqua Fit
Tues. and Thur. at 5:30 p.m.
Duration: 10 weeks
Starts: Sept. 17, 2024
Price: $200
Pool Use Policies
Children
A parent must accompany children at all times. If your child is less than 42-inches tall, the parent must be in the water with the child, no exceptions. A painted line on the wall will confirm height.
Guest Policy
No more than two guests (adult or child) per family at the swimming pool, please. Advance Laboratory Main Gate notice and ID are required for adults over 16.
