Community Center Pool

The Community Center swimming pool is a 444,000 gallon outdoor pool; it is the only outdoor pool accessible to the public in Bay County. Our pool program provides a safe and enjoyable environment for individuals and families. A handicap ramp makes the pool accessible for all users and pool staff can provide assistance as needed.

The Community Center swimming pool is seasonal, generally open from mid-June through mid-August. Swim lessons are offered in the morning and early evening; other times the pool is open for public swimming.

2020 Pool Season - Closed.

The Bay County Community Center has made the very tough decision to close the pool and cancel the Summer Recreation program for 2020. This decision weighed heavily on us for many days as we tried to balance the safety of our staff and patrons, the CDC recommended guidelines, and the monetary budget issues that this pandemic has created for all of us. We strongly believe that recreational programs are a pillar of this community. Recreation increases quality of life and provides social and physical wellness for our residents. That’s why this decision was so difficult to make.

We will get through this pandemic together. And, our Recreation team here at Bay County is anxiously awaiting the days we can have all our programming back in the building, hear the joyous children playing and providing a place where social and physical wellness can thrive.

Swim Hours

Admission & Season Passes:

Adults - $5.00
Youth - $2.00 (17 yr & under)
Daily Family Pass - $15.00 (up to 6)
Adult Season Pass - $78.00
Youth Season Pass (17 yr & under) - $52.00
Family Season Pass (up to 6, all family members must live at the same residence) - $158.00
Note: Infants and/or parents not wishing to swim will not be charged.

Lap Swim - cost $2.00

Monday - Friday:

12:00 noon - 1:00 pm
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Swim Lessons

Due to the pool closure for the 2020 season, we will not have swim lessons in 2020.

Private Pool Parties

You may host a private pool party at the Bay County Community Center pool during times not open to the public.

Costs are:

$50.00 an hour for lifeguards
$4.00 per attendant
call the Community Center at 989-894-0671 for further information

Rules

*All Swimmers must wear swimsuits! (gym shorts, jeans or other alternative attire is not allowed)

Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult
Diving only permitted off the diving board in designated areas
No food or drink (except water) allowed on the pool deck
The community center is not responsible for lost/stolen merchandise
Running, horse-play, or excessive noise is forbidden in the pool area, showers and locker rooms
Fighting, swearing and foul language will not be tolerated
You must shower before entering the pool
Rubber/plastic diaper covers are required over a swim diaper, under suits on children needing diapers
Any child requiring swim aid or floatation devices (floaties, lifejacket, etc.) is only allowed in pool under direct adult supervision, you must be with in arms length
No swim fins or snorkels
Swimmers must respect and follow all instructions given by Community Center Staff