The Greensboro Parks and 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 and Smith high schools only)

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

Indoor Swimming Pools and Locations
Grimsley High School Pool
801 Westover Terrace, Greensboro, NC 27408
Phone: 336-373-5916
Public Swim Fees: Adults age 13 and up - $2; Children age 12 and under - $1 
Senior Lap Swimming (weekday mornings, 9-11 am) - $5 per month
Closed on Sundays

Smith High School Pool
2407 S. Holden Rd., Greensboro, NC 27406
Phone: 336-297-5042
Public Swimming Fees: Adults age 13  and up - $2; Children age 12 and under - $1
Closed on Saturdays and Sundays

For more information about our indoor pools, call the facility of choice or contact the Greensboro Parks and Recreation Athletics office at 336-373-2174.

Outdoor Swimming Pools and Locations
The four outdoor pools (Lindley, Peeler, Warnersville and Windsor) are open from Memorial Day weekend through the first week in August. For additional information about our outdoor pools, contact the Greensboro Parks and Recreation Athletics office at 336-373-2794. Outdoor pools can be called directly during the summer swimming season during the posted operating hours.

All outdoor pools will open for the 2011 season during weekends only starting on Saturday, May 28 (Memorial Day weekend). The regular weekday schedule begins Monday, June 13.

Lindley Pool
2914 Springwood Dr., Greensboro, NC 27403
Phone: 336-299-3226
Public Swimming Fees: Adults age 13  and up - $2; Children age 12  and under - $1
Public Swimming Hours: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 1-5 pm
Closed: Monday and Wednesday.                      

Peeler Pool
1300 Sykes Ave, Greensboro, NC 27405
Phone: 336-373-5811
Public Swimming Fees: Adults age 13  and up - $2; Children age 12 and under - $1
Public Swimming Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 1-5 pm
Pool Pals: Thursday, 1-5 pm
Closed: Sunday and Monday

Warnersville Pool
601 Doak St., Greensboro, NC 27406
Phone: 336-373-5809
Public Swim Fees: Adults age 13 and up - $2; Children age 12 and under - $1
Public Swimming Hours: Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 1-5 pm
Pool Pals: Tuesday, 1-5 pm
Closed: Monday and Wednesday

Windsor Pool
1601 E. Lee St., Greensboro, NC 27401
Phone: 336-373-5846
Public Swimming Fees: Adults age 13  and up - $2; Children age 12 and under - $1
Public Swimming Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 1-5 pm
Pool Pals: Wednesday, 1-5 pm
Closed: Sunday and Monday


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 accompanied 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.

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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 and 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 occurrence, 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 a time period specified by the staff before it can reopen.

Swimming Classes
The Greensboro Chapter of the American Red Cross partners with the Parks and Recreation Department to provide aquatic classes at both indoor and outdoor swimming pools.

Adult Swimming Classes
There are no adult swimming classes scheduled at this time.

Youth Swimming Classes
Outdoor Pools - classes for pre-school (3-5 years) and school (6-12 years) ages will be offered at Lindley, Warnersville and Windsor pools. Registration for classes will be taken at the Farmer's Curb Market at 501 Yanceyville Street on weekdays between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm. For additional information, call 336-373-2457.

Registration for summer swimming classes will begin on Monday, May 2nd.

Lindley Pool - 2907 Springwood Street, 336-299-3226
Classes are taught in six (6) sessions from 12 noon to 12:45 pm (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Monday and Tuesday)
Session 1 - Beginner (3-5 and 6-12 year olds): June 13, 14, 16, 17, 20 & 21
Session 2 - Intermediate (3-5 and 6-12 year olds): July 11, 12, 14, 15, 18 & 19)
Session 3 - Beginner (3-5 and 6-12 year olds): July 25, 26, 28, 29, August 1 & 2

Warnersville Pool - 601 Doak Street, 336-373-5809
Classes are taught in six (6) sessions from 5:15 to 6 pm (Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday)
Session 1 - Beginner (3-5 year olds): June 14, 16, 17, 21, 23 & 24
Session 2 - Beginner (6-12 year olds): July 5, 7, 8, 12, 14 & 15
Session 3 - Beginner (3-5 year olds): July 19, 21, 22, 26, 28 & 29

Windsor Pool - 1601 E. Lee Street, 336-373-5811
Classes are taught in six (6) sessions from 5:15 to 6 pm (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday)
Session 1 - Beginner (6-12 year olds): June 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, & 23
Session 2 - Beginner (3-5 year olds): July 5, 6, 7, 12, 13 & 14)
Session 3 - Beginner (6-12 year olds): July 19, 20, 21, 26, 27 & 28)

Indoor Pools - classes for school (6-12 years) ages only will be offered at Grimsley and Smith High School pools. Please call those facilities directly for information or to register for swimming classes.

Grimsley High School Pool - 801 Westover Terrace, 336-373-5916
Classes are taught in six (6) sessions and are scheduled from 11 to 11:45 am and 6 to 6:45 pm.
Session 1 - (6-12 year olds): June 20, 21, 22, 23, 27 & 28 (Monday-Thursday, Monday and Tuesday)
Session 2 - (6-12 year olds): July 5, 6, 7, 11, 12 & 13 (Tuesday-Thursday and Monday-Wednesday)
Session 3 - (6-12 year olds): July 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, & 26 (Monday-Thursday, Monday and Tuesday) 

Smith High School Pool - 2407 S. Holden Road, 336-297-5042
Classes are taught in six (6) sessions and are scheduled from 11 to 11:45 am and 6 to 6:45 pm.
Session 1 - (6-12 year olds): June 20, 21, 22, 23, 27 & 28 (Monday-Thursday, Monday and Tuesday)
Session 2 - (6-12 year olds): July 5, 6, 7, 11, 12 & 13 (Tuesday-Thursday and Monday-Wednesday)
Session 3 - (6-12 year olds): July 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, & 26 (Monday-Thursday, Monday and Tuesday) 

    
Competitive Swim Teams
The Greensboro Parks and Recreation Department partners with the following organizations to offer competitive swimming for all ages: 
Greensboro Swimming Association
Community Swim Association of Greensboro
Triad Masters Swimming

Other Greensboro Parks and Recreation Swimming Facilities
Smith Senior Center Pool (for adults 55+)
2401 Fairview St.
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 and up; $3 for children 12 and under
Public Swim Hours: Monday through Friday, 11 am to 6 pm; Saturday through Sunday, 10 am to 6 pm
Bur-Mil Family Aquatic Center website

Barber Park Sprayground
1500 Dans Road
Greensboro, NC 27401
Phone: 336-373-5892
Sprayground Admission Fee: free
Hours of Operation: Monday through Saturday from 11 am to 6 pm and Sunday from 1-6 pm

Hagan-Stone Park/Camp Joy Pool
5920 Hagan-Stone Park Road
Pleasant Garden, NC 27313
Phone: 336-674-7410
Call the Hagan-Stone Park office for information on hours of operation and admission fees.