Pool Safety & Entry Requirements
The safety of our pool members and guests is our highest priority. All swimmers ages 13 and under are required to take an annual swim test to gain access to diving boards or swim in deep areas of our pools. Deep areas are defined as beyond chest depth. Please see the entry requirements HERE.
Splash Pad
We are excited to re-open the Gahanna Swimming Pool Splash Pad this season! The splash pad includes over 3,100 square feet of spray area and 41 different features designed for toddlers to teens, shaded picnic areas, additional benches, and a year-round restroom that is accessible to the Big Walnut Trail.
This splash pad is an amenity of the pool and will be available to pool members and those who purchase a day pass during operating hours. It will be open and free to the public in the mornings from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. before the pool opens each day, and on days on which the pool might not open. The splash pad will open for the 2023 season on Monday, May 1 at 8 a.m. weather permitting. After the pool season, it will be open 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. through Saturday, September 30.
Water Fitness
Water fitness classes will be offered from 10:30-11:30 a.m. on Thursdays and Fridays at the Hunters Ridge Pool and 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Sundays at the Gahanna Swimming Pool starting Thursday, June 1. Water fitness classes are drop-in and do not require prior registration.
Cost: $2 for Pool Members, $5 for Residents, $8 for Non Residents
Water Walking
Water walking is offered from 9:30-10:30am on Thursdays and Fridays at the Hunters Ridge Pool. Water walking time is reserved for patrons age 55 and up. Pool and Senior Center members receive free entry, non-members must pay $2 for entry. Fees only grant access for the water walking hour; fitness classes are an additional drop in fee.
Food Truck Schedule
If You Cheese – May 31st
Schmidt’s Sausage Truck – June 7th
Spanish Bowl – June 14th
Empanadas & More – June 21st
If You Cheese – June 28th
Empanadas & More – July 5th
If You Cheese – July 12th
Schmidt’s Sausage Truck– July 19th
Spanish Bowl – July 26th
Empanadas & More – August 2nd
Pitabilities – August 9th
If You Cheese – August 16th
Amenities
Gahanna Swimming Pool features two pools and an attached splash pad. The front pool features two shallow ends that slope to a 12-foot middle, complete with two climbing walls. This pool is perfect for those who have younger children. The back pool features 9 50-meter lap lanes, 8 attached 25-meter lanes, a 12-foot diving well with two adjustable diving boards, and an 18-foot water slide. The Gahanna Swimming Pool also has three reservable shelters. The small shelters have a capacity of 16, the large shelter has a capacity of 60. Please call Gahanna Parks & Rec to check for shelter availability.
Hunters Ridge Pool features two pools and an attached park. The main pool features 8 25-yard lap lanes, an attached 12-foot diving well with two adjustable diving boards, and a shallow water play area with a mushroom water feature. The second pool is an 18-inch-deep baby pool. This pool is available for children ages 5 and under and their parents or guardians. The baby pool also has an attached, covered play area. The park features one full basketball court, one tennis court, and a playground. Hunters Ridge Pool also has a reservable shelter with a capacity of 30 people. Please call Gahanna Parks & Rec. to check for shelter availability.
Shelter Rentals
Make a splash for your next family reunion or birthday party! Shelter and Lane rentals are available at both Gahanna Swimming Pool and Hunters Ridge Pool. Shelter Rentals include guest passes, access to facility amenities and use of a shaded picnic pavilion. For a more private party, after-hours rentals are also available at Hunters Ridge Pool. Shelter Rentals are available for Pool Members and Gahanna Residents. For more information or to book a shelter, contact Chris Simmons, Aquatics Supervisor, at chris.simmons@gahanna.gov.
Swim Lessons & Classes
Gahanna Parks and Rec offers American Red Cross swimming lessons for children and adults of all abilities. Lessons are available for children ages 6 months – 17 years old as well as adults.
Get comfortable in and around the water or refine your swimming technique with swim lessons! Lessons are offered through the American Red Cross. All lessons are 30 minutes long and are offered in blocks of six classes, occurring three times per week over two weeks or two times per week over three weeks starting Monday, June 5. Participants will be sorted into levels based on ability on the first day of classes. Registration can be completed online, in-person, or over the phone by calling 614-342-4250. All lessons will take place at the Hunters Ridge Pool.
Registration dates:
- June lessons – May 22nd
- July lessons – June 19th
- August lessons – July 31st
Age: 6 months – Adult
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday classes
- 5 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
- 5:40 p.m. – 6:10 p.m.
- 6:20 p.m. – 6:50 p.m.
- 7:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
- Tuesday & Thursday classes
- 5 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
- 5:40 p.m. – 6:10 p.m.
- 6:20 p.m. – 6:50 p.m.
- 7:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday & Sunday classes (Aug 12 – Aug 27 only)
- 3 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
- 3:40 p.m. – 4:10 p.m.
- 4:20 p.m. – 4:50 p.m.
- 5 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
- 5:40 p.m. – 6:10 p.m.
- 6:20 p.m. – 6:50 p.m.
Cost: $30 for Pool Members, $50 for Residents, $60 for NR
American Red Cross Lifeguarding & Water Safety Instructor Classes
Gahanna Parks & Rec offers courses including, but not limited to, Lifeguarding, Water Safety Instructor, and First Aid, CPR, & AED. For a full list of our course offerings click HERE.
Scholarships
The Gahanna Parks & Recreation Foundation provides scholarships for both pool memberships and programs, including swimming lessons and swim team. Scholarship eligibility is determined by eligibility for the Gahanna-Jefferson Free/Reduced lunch program or overall family household income. Get more information by calling the Parks & Rec front desk at (614) 342-4250.
Swim Team
Refine swim strokes learned in lessons, work on competitive swimming skills, and enjoy the friendly and supportive atmosphere of recreation summer team. To join, participants ages 11 and older must be able to swim 25 yards freestyle and 25 yards backstroke. Participants ages 10 and younger must be able to swim 25 yards freestyle and perform a 25-yard kick drill. All paperwork and payment must be received prior to participating in practice sessions. For questions, please contact Hannah Zeltman, Head Coach, at seahorses@gahanna.gov.
Refine swim strokes learned in lessons, work on competitive swimming skills, and enjoy the friendly and supportive atmosphere of a recreational summer swim team. Registration is open now through June 16th.
Prerequisites:
- Participants 11 and older must swim 25 yards freestyle and 25 yards backstroke.
- Participants 10 and under must swim 25 yards freestyle and a 25-yard kick-drill.
Ages: 6 – 17
Practice Times:
- Ages 8 and Under
- Mondays & Tuesdays 10:15 a.m. – 11 a.m.
- Thursdays 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
- Ages 9 – 12
- Mondays & Tuesdays 9:30 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
- Thursdays 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
- Ages 13 and Up
- Mondays & Tuesdays 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
- Thursdays 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
- Wednesdays
- Wednesday mornings will start will an all-team practice from 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. followed immediately by an all-team breakfast from 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Swim Meets
- Swim meets will take place on Wednesday evenings at the Gahanna Swimming Pool.
Cost*: $100 for Pool Members, $125 for Residents, $150 for NR