OVERVIEW HOURS OF OPERATION
Swim all year long at the Pavilion Aquatics Center! Whether you’re looking to swim for fun or your health, the Pavilion Aquatics Center has you covered. Located in the Jack A. Claes Pavilion, the Pavilion Aquatics Center features a competitive-sized indoor lap pool, zero-depth, recreational pool with interactive features and a 72 foot waterslide, a warm water therapy pool, whirlpool, steam room and a seasonal outdoor pool. Pools have open and lap swim times available with daily admissions and pool memberships for avid swimmers.
The Pavilion Aquatics Center has something for everyone! Our pools offer a variety of activities, programs and events for age groups ranging from babies to adults. We offer regularly scheduled swimming lessons, aqua fitness and wellness classes, special events, camps and we proudly host the Elk Grove Stingrays Swim Team.
ANNUAL EVENTS
Keep an eye out for Parents’ Night Out events throughout the school year and Aqua Camps over Winter and Spring Breaks. Join us in the Spring for an Underwater Egg Hunt, in the Fall for H2000000 and in the Winter for Snowflake Swim.
Water Therapy Pool Lagoon Pool
- 10am ● 4 - 8pm
- 10am ● 4 - 6:45pm
Fun Fact The Outdoor Pool is one of the only pools in Illinois that stays open after Labor Day!
Pool hours are subject to change. Keep an eye out for additional Lagoon Pool open swim hours over school breaks.
Please visit elkgroveparks.org for current updates and information.
PAVILION AQUATICS CENTER ADMISSION
The Pavilion Aquatics Center offers daily admissions for guest of all ages (guests under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult). All persons entering the pool area must pay the daily admission fee.
Daily Admissions R / NR
Senior (65+yrs)
Individual (2 - 64yrs)
$8 / $10
$10 / $12
Tots (under 24 mo) Free / Free
10 Scan Splash Pass*
10 Scan Senior Splash Pass (65+yrs)*
*Excludes membership benefits and discounts
POOL PASS MEMBERSHIPS
Splash into aquatic fun with a Pavilion Aquatics Center membership! As a Pavilion Aquatics member, you’ll not only dive into all of these amazing features but you will benefit from reduced pricing on a variety of exciting aquatics programs. Our memberships offer unbeatable access to our Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool, Lagoon Pool, Warm Water Therapy Pool, Steam Room and Whirlpool—enjoy all of this for 12 full months from the day of your purchase.
Memberships are available for purchase any time throughout the year. Once you grab your membership, you can sign up for programs at the special member rate!
For more information, give us a call at 847.437.9494. Make a splash and join our community of swimmers!
Pavilion Aquatic Center Memberships
$90 / $110
$70 / $90
Additional Family Members
Senior
/ $300
/ $50
/ $200
Prices are subject to change. Please visit elkgroveparks.org for current pricing.
Locker Service
Monthly Locker Rental $10
Yearly Locker $110
AMENITIES
Experience the amenities available at Pavilion Aquatics Center! All of our pools are ADA accessible. The Lagoon Pool features a zero-depth entry which is wheelchair friendly. Lifts are located at the Main Pool, Outdoor Pool, Warm Water Therapy Pool and Whirlpool for ease of access.
MAIN POOL
Home of the Elk Grove Stingrays Swim Team, this 25-yard, 8 lane indoor competition pool offers programming such as aqua aerobics, swimming lessons and lap swimming.
Our Lagoon Pool is sure to be a hit for all ages, featuring a 72 foot waterslide, spray features, water basketball and a playhouse.
WARM WATER THERAPY POOL
The Warm Water Therapy Pool is heated to approximately 91° and is a unique space designed for therapy, recreation and learning. This hidden gem is one of very few Warm Water Pools in the area.
LAGOON POOL
OUTDOOR POOL
Enjoy the sunshine and take your laps outdoors in the summer or grab a lounge chair to relax. This 6 lane pool has space for both exercise and recreation.
STEAM ROOM
Relax in this steam-filled room after a long workout. Users must be 18+yrs or older.
WHIRLPOOL
The Whirlpool is a dynamic amenity for members and guests over 18+yrs. It provides a calming experience with warm water and varying intensities from the jets designed to relax tight muscles.
AMENITIES
CHANGING ROOMS
We offer women’s, men’s and family changing rooms with suit dryers, hair dryers and lockers. No electronic devices are allowed.
LOCKERS
Lockers are available in the Women’s, Men’s, and Family Changing Rooms. The Elk Grove Park District is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Bring your own lock for the day (must be removed by pool closing) or rent a locker from us.
Permanent Full Size Locker Rental Fees
Yearly $110 ● Monthly $10
PAVILION POOL PARTIES
Make your next party a splash! Twist and shout down our indoor waterslide in the Lagoon Pool, splash around or relax with family and friends. Hosted pool parties include the use of a Party Room and swimming for your guests. Splash Parties are held during public open swim hours in the Lagoon Pool. During a Private Pool Party the Lagoon Pool is reserved for that party’s guests only. To book your party, please call 847.437.9494
SPLASH PARTIES swimming with the public Fri 5 - 8pm ● Sat 2 - 5pm or 3 - 6pm ● Sun 2 - 5pm
Guests (total guests) Resident Non-Resident
25 guests (adults & children) $195 $234
40 guests (adults & children) $295 $369
60 guests (adults & children) $420 $539
PARTY ROOMS
Party rooms are available based on the number of guests. Book your rental today by calling 847.228.3183 for times and reservations.
Fun Fact Every year, over the summer season, close to 300 high school and college students work for the Elk Grove Park District Aquatics Department in a variety of roles from Lifeguards to Swim Instructors and Slide Attendants to Camp Counselors. Staff learn valuable skills that they carry on to their future careers while also serving their community.
PRIVATE POOL PARTY Sat & Sun ●11am - 2pm or 1 - 4pm
Guests (total guests) Resident Non-Resident
40 guests (adults & children) Lagoon $375 $455
60 guests (adults & children) Lagoon or Outdoor Pool* $500 $620
60 - 100 Guests (adults &children $900 $1,008
*Outdoor Pool available Sun 5:30 - 7:30pm or 6 - 8pm
Outdoor private pool parties are available only seasonally and do not include a party room.
CANCELLATIONS
There is a $50 rescheduling fee for any rescheduling requests. A $100 cancellation fee will be assessed to canceled parties with more than 4 weeks notice. If the party is canceled within 4 weeks
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AQUATICS PROGRAMS
OUR CLASSES
Register your child for the program that corresponds with their age. On the first day of class staff will test new participants to place them in the correct level.
OUR VALUES
Safety We strive to make sure everyone who participates in the Elk Grove Swim School feels safe.
Education Swimmers should grow and learn from participating in the Elk Grove Swim School.
Connection Elk Grove Swim School participants should build community with their instructors and fellow participants.
Fun Learning is more effective when it’s fun!
OUR PHILOSOPHY
● Students learn in different ways; we will use a variety of methods to help participants learn water safety skills and how to swim.
● All students are welcome in the Elk Grove Swim School regardless of race, religion, gender, age, ability or background.
● Many small achievements lead to long term success; building on basic skills leads to strong swimmers.
● Swimming is a fundamental life skill that everyone should have!
OLLIE THE OCTOPUS’ PARENT/CHILD 6M - 3YRS
This class utilizes fun songs and games to get your child acclimated to the water. We will focus on body positions, floating, blowing bubbles and fundamental water safety skills.
ROCKIN’ ROXY PRESCHOOL 3 - 5YRS
Our preschool swim lessons are an introduction to gaining independence in the water. Participants will work on floating with assistance, kicking, blowing bubbles and get comfortable submerging in the water.
DIPPER’S LEVEL 1 5 - 14YRS
In Level 1, Swimmers start to practice floating without assistance, learn arm motions, practice jumping in the water and submerge their heads to grab objects under water. Students will also start to learn streamlining with assistance.
DIPPER’S LEVEL 2 5 - 14YRS
In Level 2, Swimmers at this level will float unassisted, glide, combine freestyle kicks and arms, start to learn rotary breathing and combine backstroke kicks and arms. Students will also streamline unassisted.
DIPPER’S LEVEL 3 5 - 14YRS
In Level 3, swimmers will practice freestyle with consistent rotary breathing and backstroke. Flip turns, treading water and breaststroke arms and kicks will be introduced in this level. Students will begin to build their stamina by swimming freestyle and backstroke 12.5 yards.
DIPPER’S LEVEL 4 5 - 14YRS
In Level 4, swimmers will be introduced to dives, as well as butterfly arm movements and kicks. Swimmers will combine breaststroke kicks and arms. Flip turns will be incorporated with freestyle and backstroke. Students will build stamina by swimming freestyle and backstroke for 25 yards.
DIPPER’S LEVEL 5 5 - 14YRS
In Level 5, participants will start to combine butterfly arms and kick. Open Turns and diving off the starting blocks will be introduced. Swimmers will build endurance with backstroke, breaststroke and freestyle. Swimmers will swim 25 yards of breaststroke and butterfly and 50 yards of backstroke and freestyle with turns.
ADULT GROUP SWIM LESSONS 15+YRS
Adult Group Swim Lessons are designed for beginner level swimmers. Swimmers start with learning the basic safety skills (breath control through the mouth and nose, front and back float, as well as the beginning arm and kicking movements for freestyle) and progress to independent freestyle and develop backstroke technique.
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS 3+YRS
Private Swim Lessons provide a 1 on 1 experience tailored to each participant. These lessons are great for apprehensive swimmers, swimmers looking to perfect a stroke, and swimmers hoping to polish their skills before joining the Elk Grove Stingrays Swim Team. Although the instructor is only teaching one participant, lessons may happen in spaces utilized by other programming. Private Swim Lessons do not guarantee exclusive access to the pool.
AQUA WELLNESS
Aqua Wellness programs are water-based exercise classes, suitable for a variety of ages and abilities. Classes take place in the Main Pool or Warm Water Therapy Pool. You may pay by the class or purchase an Aqua Wellness Scan Pass. Come for the exercise, stay for the friendships!
CLASSES
Arthritis Foundation Aqua Therapy
Mon, Wed & Fri 11:30am - 12:30pm ● Warm Water Therapy Pool
A warm water exercise program intended to increase joint movement, reduce pain and stiffness and improve overall health. This class is suitable for all fitness levels and encourages social interaction amongst participants.
Aqua Dynamics
Mon, Wed & Fri 9 - 10am ● Main Pool
Shallow and deep water workout that combines a variety of cardio exercises as well as weight training for a workout that is easy on the joints. Bouyancy belts are available for use.
Aqua Fusion
Thu 7 - 8pm ● Warm Water Therapy Pool
Participants will use the water and the body’s own muscles to provide the resistance necessary to receive a full-body workout.
Aqua Kickboxing
Thu 7:30 - 8:30am ● Main Pool
Combining martial arts techniques and heart pumping cardio, kickboxing is a high energy workout that will burn calories!
Flex and Flow
Tue 7 - 8pm ● Warm Water Therapy Pool
A warm water muscle conditioning class where we will combine Aqua Yoga moves with Aqua Pilates and Tai Chi. You will be introduced to a series of exercises focusing on flexibility and range of motion, as well as specific breathing techniques improving core stability and balance.
H20 Boot Camp
Sat 8 - 9am ● Main Pool
Ready for a high intensity workout. Use water resistance to your advantage, while building cardiovascular endurance and muscle strength in a low-impact environment.
Power Splash
Mon, Wed & Fri 7:45 - 8:45am ● Main Pool
Shallow water workout focused on cardio strengthening as well as strength training.
Splashin’ Seniors
Mon, Wed & Fri 10:15 - 11:15am ● Warm Water Therapy Pool
A low impact class concentrating on improvement of stabilization to enhance balance, strength and endurance.
SWIM TEAM
The Stingrays Swim Team is designed for swimmers ages 5 - 18yrs looking to develop their stroke mechanics, conditioning, and confidence. Team members must be able to swim 25 yards (1 length) of each stroke without stopping. Participation in swim meet competitions is encouraged, but is not required. The Stingrays compete in the Northern Illinois Swim Conference.
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LIFEGUARDS SWIM INSTRUCTORS
Make a difference in your community
BENEFITS ● FREE Pavilion Fitness Center & Rainbow Falls Memberships
Flexible schedules ● Work with your friends
ADMISSION
OPEN MEMORIAL DAY - LABOR DAY OPEN MEMORIAL DAY - LABOR DAY
AMENITIES
● Zero depth leisure pool with vortex pool, diving board and drop slide
● Lazy River
● Three Story Fun House
● Picnic Groves
● Tot Pool with slide and spray features
● Four Giant Body & Tube Slides
● Locker Rooms & Family Changing Rooms
● Concessions
SEASON PASSES
Benefits
● Early entry into the water park (30 min prior to the public)
● Rainbow Falls “member gift” (one per household) while supplies last.
● Rainbow Falls members receive discounted rates on summer aquatic programs.
Prices are subject to change. Please visit elkgroveparks.org for current pricing.
RIVER WALKING
Mon 8:30 - 9:30pm ● Thu & Sat 9:30 - 10:30am
Join us this summer at Rainbow Falls for River Walking! Instructors will lead you as you walk the Reptile River using the resistance of the water to burn calories and strengthen muscles. Admission and locker rooms open 20 minutes before class.
10 Scan Passes can be purchases at the Pavilion Customer Service Desk! Not included in the Aqua Wellness Pass
10 Scan Passes
Senior 10 Scan Passes
HOST YOUR PARTY AT RAINBOW FALLS
Pricing starts at $325 packages for up to 130 Guests or Entire Park Rentals.
