Monday
9:30 AM-1 PM Lap Swim
1-4:30 PM Swim Lessons*
Tuesday
6-11 AM Lap Swim
1-3 PM Mil Trng/Unit PT Block. By reservation only
3-8 PM Swim Lessons*
Wednesday
9:30 AM-1 PM Lap Swim
1-4:30 PM Swim Lessons
Thursday
6-11 AM Lap Swim
1-3 PM Mil Trng/Unit PT Block. By reservation only
3-8 PM Swim Lessons*
Friday
9:30 AM-1 PM Lap Swim
1-4:30 PM Swim Lessons*
Saturday
8 AM-2 PM Lap Swim Open to Ages 16+
*Check Monthly Modified Pool Hours calendar for additional
Lap Swim times during Swim Lessons.
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Elmendorf Fitness Center Pool
The Elmendorf Fitness Center Pool is a 7-lane, 25-yard indoor swimming pool. The facility hosts a variety of programs. Including lap swimming, group & private swim lessons, special events, lifeguard certification, inflatable obstacle courses, and open swim opportunities!
SWIM. TRAIN. HAVE SOME FUN.
More than just a lap pool.
The Elmendorf Fitness Center Pool features a 7-lane, 25-yard indoor pool with programs and activities for swimmers of all ages and skill levels. From lap swimming and lessons to military training and inflatable obstacle courses, there’s something happening in the water year-round.
7-LANE POOL
25-yard pool for fitness, training and recreation.
OBSTACLE COURSE
Take on the inflatable obstacle course.
POOL SPORTS
Enjoy volleyball, basketball and recreational swimming.
services
See below for a list of our services. For Military Training & Unit PT please contact us.
Swimming
Lap, recreational & fitness swimming
Swim Lessons
Group & private lessons for all skill levels
OBSTACLE COURSE
Inflatable aquatic fun
POOL SPORTS
Pool volleyball & basketball
MILITARY TRAINING
Unit PT & training reservations
CERTIFICATIONS
Lifeguard, CPR & instructor courses
SWIM LESSONS
Group & Private Lessons
Whether you’re learning the basics or working on your technique, swim instruction is available for a variety of experience levels.
For more information or to sign-up, call 907.552.9890
POOL RESERVATIONS
Military Training • Unit PT • Special Activities
Need the pool for official training or unit PT? Submit a reservation request to get started.
RED CROSS CERTIFICATIONS
Lifeguard • CPR/AED • WSI • Instructor Courses • First Aid
Courses from $50
Red Cross Classes
| PRICE | |
| Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) | $450 |
| LGI Recertification | $225 |
| Waster Safety Instructor (WSI) | $375 |
| CPR/AED Instructor | $250 |
| CPR/AED Professional Rescuer | $300 |
| Lifeguard Certification | $250 |
| Lifeguard Recert | $125 |
| Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED | $100 |
| Adult and Child CPR/AED | $125 |
| Blood Borne Pathogens (BBP) | $50 |

