The Greensboro Parks & Recreation Department offers a wide variety of aquatic activities for youth and adults. Activities include:

• Public swimming
• Lap swimming
• Swimming classes
• Water exercise classes
• American Red Cross Water Safety classes
• Competitive swim teams
• Birthday parties (Grimsley & Smith High Schools only)

Public Swimming Fees (Indoor & Outdoor Pools)
Children (12 years old & under): $1
Adults (13 years old & up): $2
Senior Lap Swim (55 years old & up): $5 per month - Grimsley Pool Only

Indoor Swimming Pools & Locations
Grimsley High School Pool
801 Westover Terrace
Greensboro, NC 27408
Phone: (336) 373-5916
Public Swim Fees: Adults 13 yrs. & up - $2; Children 12 yrs. & under - $1; 
Senior Lap Swim (weekday mornings), $5 per month
NOTE: Grimsley Pool will be closed during the week of August 18-24. Smith High School Pool will be open to the public during that week.
Map to Grimsley High School

Smith High School Pool
2407 S. Holden Road
Greensboro, NC 27406
Phone: (336) 297-5042
Public Swim Fees: Adults 13 yrs. & up - $2; Children 12 yrs. & under - $1
Map to Smith High School

For additional information concerning indoor swimming pools, call directly to the facility of choice or to the Athletics Office at (336) 373-2794.

Outdoor Swimming Pools & Locations
Lindley Pool
2914 Springwood Drive
Greensboro, NC 27403
Phone: (336) 299-3226
Public Swim Fees: Adults 13 yrs. & up - $2; Children 12 yrs. & under - $1
Currently closed for the season.
Map to Lindley Pool

Peeler Pool
1300 Sykes Avenue
Greensboro, NC 27405
Phone: (336) 373-5811
Public Swim Fees: Adults 13 yrs. & up - $2; Children 12 yrs. & under - $1
Currently closed for the season.
Map to Peeler Pool

Warnersville Pool
601 Doak Street
Greensboro, NC 27406
Phone: (336) 373-5809
Public Swim Fees: Adults 13 yrs. & up - $2; Children 12 yrs. & under - $1
Currently closed for the season.
Map to Warnersville Pool

Windsor Pool
1601 E. Lee St.
Greensboro, NC 27401
Phone: (336) 299-3226
Public Swim Fees: Adults 13 yrs. & up - $2; Children 12 yrs. & under - $1
Currently closed for the season.
Map to Windsor Pool


Public Swimming Pool Rules:

• A certified lifeguard is always on duty while swimmers are in the water or on the pool deck.
• All children nine years old and under must be accompained by a parent or responsible adult at least 18 years old.
• All children nine years old and under must wear a wrist band. The adult accompanying that child must wear a matching wristband.
• All children five years old and under are not permitted in the main pool. Those children must remain in the wading pool with their parent of guardian.
• All children must pass a swim test before they are allowed beyond five feet of water.
• Personal flotation devices (life jackets, water wings, floating objects, etc.) are not allowed in the pool during public swimming.
• Children are required to stay behind the yellow safety line when not swimming.
• Diving is not permitted in less than five feet of water.
• All swimmers must wear swimsuits that are specifically made for swimming. Street clothes are not allowed in the pool. If worn, diapers  must be specifically made for swimming (i.e., "swim diapers").
• All swimmers are required to shower before entering the pool.
• Glass containers are not allowed in the pool area.
• Smoking, alcoholic beverages and pets are not allowed on the pool deck or in the locker rooms.
• Persons with any type of illness or open sores or who appears to be unable to care for himself or herself will not be allowed in the pool.
• Swimmers are asked to wait at least 30 minutes after eating a heavy meal before entering the pool.
• To provide a family atmosphere for all, abusive/profane language and excessive public displays of affection will not be allowed.
• Distracting the attention of the lifeguard is prohibited. Lifeguards are on duty to enforce rules for your safety and to respond to emergencies. Please obey their requests.

Swimming Pool Rules - Printer Friendly Version

The City of Greensboro swimming facilities are governed by the Guilford County Health Department. Other rules and guidelines not listed on this site may be found in the swimming pool policy manual, located at the Greensboro Park & Recreation administrative office and each pool office.

Special Situations
Inclement Weather Policy - The Smith and Grimsley High School pools are closed if the Guilford County Schools are close due to inclement weather. For detailed information on any facility, please call directly to that facility. If thunder and lightning is spotted, lifeguards will require that swimmers get out of the pool. If there is no thunder and lightning for 30 minutes following the last occurence, swimmers will be allowed back into the pool.

Bodily Fluids - If bodily fluids or bodily waste get into the pool, Guilford County Health Department guidelines require the pool to shut down, treat the pool water and filter the pool water for 24 hours before it can reopen.

• Beginner and intermediate swimming for youth and adults
• Lifeguard Training
• Water Safety Instructor

2008 Fall Swimming Classes
Location: Smith High School Pool, 2407 S. Holden Rd.
Registration Period: through September 8 or when filled
Class: Beginner Swimming
Age Group: Adult
Class Dates: September 8-11 and 15-16 (Monday through Thursday, Monday & Tuesday)
Class Time: 6-6:45 pm
Registration Fee: $35 per participant

Location: Smith High School Pool, 2407 S. Holden Rd.
Registration Period: through September 18 or when filled
Class: Beginner Swimming
Age Group: 6-12 year olds
Class Dates: September 22-25 and 29-30 (Monday through Thursday, Monday & Tuesday)
Class Time: 6-6:30 pm
Registration Fee: $35 per participant (scholarships are available)

For additional information on both the adult and school-age children's classes, please contact Smith High School Pool at (336) 297-5042 on weekdays after 5 pm and from 1-5 pm on Saturdays; or call (336) 373-2457 on weekdays between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm. 

Class registration can be completed at the Farmer's Curb Market on weekday mornings from
9 am to 12 noon and weekday afternoons from 2 to 5 pm.


Competitive Swim Teams
The Greensboro Parks and Recreation Department partners with the following organizations to offer competitive swimming for all ages: 

Greensboro Swim Association
Website: www.gsaswim.org

Community Swim Association
Website: www.greensborocsa.org

Triad Masters
Website: www.ncmasters.org/tms


Other Parks and Recreation Swimming Facilities
Smith Senior Center Pool (for adults 55+)
2401 Fairview Street
Greensboro, NC 27408
Phone: (336) 375-2234
Membership: $21 / year for city residents, $31 / year for non-city residents
Smith Senior Center website

Bur-Mil Family Aquatic Center
5834 Owl's Roost Rd.
Greensboro, NC 27410
Phone: (336) 373-3800
Public Swim Fees: $4 for adults 13 yrs. & up; $3 for children 12 yrs. & under
Public Swim Hours: Mon.-Fri. 11 am-6 pm; Sat.-Sun. 10 am-6 pm
Bur-Mil Family Aquatic Center website