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George Prout FAQ's

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Please refer to the below list of commonly asked questions. If your question is still unanswered, please call us at (509)942-7529 

  •  Is swim team registration online &/or in-person?
    •  In Person! 
  • When will swim team/lesson assessments be?
    • 6/11 & 6/12, if these times do not work for you, please visit the pool during a public swim to be assessed. 
    • Swim Lesson Sessions: 
      • First session starts Monday- Thursday (6/22- 7/2)
        • Registration is open now
      • Second session is planned for Monday- Thursday (7/13-7/23).
        • Registration for 2nd session opens the week of July 6th
      • Check back soon for additional swim lesson session dates through the rest of summer!
  • What if my kid is several days shy of the age cut-off for swim team or lessons?
    • We group the kids together based on age & skill. If your child is a developed swimmer, case by case circumstances can be addressed with the Aquatics Recreation Supervisor or lifeguard staff. 
  • When are peak public hours?
    • Typically, open swim 1, but can & will vary. 
  • Where can we find the most up-to-date information?
  • Do I have to pay to go in and sit in the bleachers while my kid swims in an open session?
    •  Yes, we must account for the every individual within the facility contributing to our capacity including non-swimmers. 
  • Do we have to leave the pool and go back in line between sessions?
    • Yes, safety checks in the pool, locker room, wading area, as well as the facility itself must be completed before/ after each session.  Open Swim fees are based on each session.
  • Is there a phone at the pool?
    • There is not a phone at the pool for public use. For emergency scenarios please notify the staff for assistance. 
  • The parking lot below the swimming pool accessible from Swift Blvd. will be closed for resurfacing from July 3 - the end of September. Where can I park? 
    • There is public street parking parking along Swift as well as public parking throughout greater Richland. 
    • Emergency & ADA accessible parking will be available on July 12th. 
  • Where can I find updates on the parking lot project and if it may be open sooner?