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AQUATIC CENTER

DIVE INTO THE AQUATIC CENTER

The Forest Hills Aquatic Center is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to promoting health, safety, and fun for our entire community. Whether you’re learning to swim, training for competition, or just looking to stay active, the Aquatic Center offers something for everyone. With programs for all ages—including swim lessons, lap swimming, water fitness classes, and family open swim—we’re proud to be a place where individuals and families can dive into wellness and connect with one another. Come make a splash with us!

POOL SCHEDULE

POOL USE RULES

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POOL SCHEDULE

To view pool hours and program times, please check out the Forest Hills Aquatic Center schedule. You’ll find up-to-date information on open swim, lap swim, classes, and special events.

POOL USE RULES

Before your visit, please take a moment to review the Forest Hills Aquatic Center Pool Rules to help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. Understanding these guidelines helps us maintain a welcoming and secure environment for all guests.

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POOL FEES

Be sure to check out the Forest Hills Aquatic Center pool fees for information on daily admission, memberships, and program pricing.

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WHERE WELLNESS MEETS CONNECTION

The Forest Hills Public Schools Community and Aquatic Center serves as a dynamic, 32,000-square-foot facility serving swimmers, athletes, students, and neighbors since 1990. Designed to flow with the natural landscape, the center features an 8-lane, 25-yard competitive pool with a diving “L,” spectator seating for 300, locker rooms, and a spacious community meeting room. With advanced filtration systems, energy-efficient climate control, and dual-level access, this facility is a hub for recreation, wellness, and community connection, all under one roof.

308,500
gallons of water
100
years of teaching experiencing
2
+
2.5 tons of water

AQUATIC PROGRAMS

At the Forest Hills Aquatic Center, community members of all ages dive into fun and discover a love for the water that lasts a lifetime! Our vibrant swim programs make a splash with everything from Red Cross Learn-to-Swim lessons for kids to private coaching, lifeguard training, and fitness-focused classes. Whether you’re just starting out, training hard, or simply enjoying a refreshing workout, there’s something here for everyone. With open swim, lap lanes, water walking, and parent/child sessions offered daily, it’s easy to make the pool part of your routine!

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PRESCHOOL AQUATIC CLASSES

AMERICAN RED CROSS LEARN-TO-SWIM PROGRAM

ADULT AQUATIC EXERCISE CLASSES

PRESCHOOL AQUATIC CLASSES

From six months to six years old, infants, toddlers and preschoolers can learn to be comfortable in the water while learning basic aquatic skills. Our youngest students enjoy the water securely with their parents right along side of them.

AMERICAN RED CROSS LEARN-TO-SWIM PROGRAM

The American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim program teaches students age five to seventeen the swimming skills needed to enjoy the water safely. From Introduction to Water Skills to Swimming and Skill Proficiency, young swimmers learn aquatic basics such as breathing, floating, and treading water; water entry dives; all major swimming strokes and turns; and water safety and rescue skills.

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LIFEGUARDS AND SWIMMING INSTRUCTORS

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The Aquatic Center staff is trained within the American Red Cross Lifeguarding Program. All lifeguards have current Lifeguard Certification, which includes First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certifications. Our swimming instructors have over 100 years of combined teaching experience.

POOL LOCATION

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Located near the corner of Forest Hill Avenue and Ada Drive in Grand Rapids, MI
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