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Outdoor MHCC aquatic center

Aquatic Center Schedule

Winter Term 2025 schedule begins Thursday, Jan. 2 and continues through Saturday, March 22.

Weather and Event Closures

  • The 50-meter pool is closed February 10-15 due to low air temperature.

  • If MHCC is closed due to inclement weather or unsafe conditions on campus, the aquatic center will also be closed. Please see the home page at www.mhcc.edu for notifications.
  • Saturday, March 15: 50-meter pool closed for water polo tournament
  • Spring Break, March 24 - 30: all pools closed for maintenance

50-meter Pool

Schedule changes for the 50-meter pool:

Moving into the coldest months of the year, we have modified lap swim hours for the outdoor 50-meter pool. We are hoping that this schedule will reduce heating costs, allow us to keep the pool open more consistently, and allow operations to be a little friendlier to the lifeguards. All lap swims will be short course in January and February. Hours will increase beginning March 1.
Please note: all pools open for lap swim 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 2. The remainder of the hours for that day will be as noted below.

January 2 - February 28

Lap Swim

All lap swims are adults only, ages 16 years and up. Lane availability may change depending on college class and rental team schedules. Aquatic Center staff may close the 50-meter pool if air or water temperatures are too low to safely allow swimming and access to the outdoor deck.

  • Tuesday - Friday 7-9 a.m. eight lanes SC (no early lap swim on Thursday, Jan. 2)
  • Monday - Friday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. eight lanes SC
  • Monday - Thursday 4:30- 6:30 p.m. eight lanes SC

This pool is closed Friday at 1 p.m. until Monday at 11 a.m.

March 1 - 22

  • Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6-9 a.m., eight lanes SC 
  • Tuesday, Thursday 5:30-9 a.m., 2 lanes LC
  • Monday - Friday 11 a.m.-1 p.m., eight lanes SC
  • Monday - Friday 4:30- 9 p.m., four lanes SC
  • Saturday 10:30 a.m.-noon, 4 lanes LC

LC: 50-meter outdoor pool long course (lane lines are set to the length of the pool)
SC: 50-meter outdoor pool short course (lane lines are set to the width of the pool)

Please note that this pool closes when the water temperature falls to 76 degrees or lower. Wind speed and air temperature may also affect the status of this pool.

25-yard Pool

All lap swims are adults only, ages 16 years and up. Open recreation swim is for all ages. Children under the age of 8 years must be accompanied in the water by an adult.

Lap Swim

  • Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6-9 a.m. all lanes
  • Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9-10 a.m. 2 lanes
  • Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10-11 a.m. all lanes
  • Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-12 p.m. 2 lanes
  • Monday-Friday 12-1 p.m. all lanes
  • Monday, Wednesday 4:30-7 p.m. all lanes (Feb. 10, 12 only); 6:15-7 p.m. all other dates
  • Friday 5:30-7 p.m. 1 lane
  • Tuesday, Thursday 4:30-7:15 p.m. all lanes (Feb. 11, 13 only); 6:15-7:15 p.m. all other dates
  • Tuesday, Thursday 7:15-8:15 a.m. 2 lanes
  • Tuesday, Thursday 8:15 a.m.-1 p.m. all lanes
  • Tuesday, Thursday 6:15-7:15 p.m. all lanes
  • Saturday 12-1 p.m. all lanes

Open Recreation Swim

  • Friday 5:30-7 p.m.
  • Saturday, 1-2:30 p.m.

Learner Pool

All lap swims are adults only. Open recreation swim is for all ages. Children under the age of 8 years must be accompanied in the water by an adult. This pool will open on Thursday, January 2 for adult lap swim and on Friday, January 3 for open recreation swim.

Lap Swim

  • Adaptive (for those who experience limited mobility) Monday, Wednesday, Friday 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
  • Monday-Friday 12-1 p.m.

Open Recreation Swim

  • Friday 5:30-7 p.m.
  • Saturday 1-2:30 p.m.

Hydro Pool

This pool is adults only, 18 years and up. Pool temperature is 102 degrees.

Open Times

  • Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and 4-8:30 p.m.
  • Saturday 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Admission Fees

Daily Entrance Fees
MHCC Students (with valid student ID) Free
MHCC Staff (with valid staff ID) Free
Children under 2 years of age Free
Daily Entry Adult $7
Daily Entry Child/Veteran/Senior* $6
10 Punch Card Adult $60
20 Punch Card Adult $110
50 Punch Card Adult $200
10 Punch Card Child/Veteran/Senior* $50
20 Punch Card Child/Veteran/Senior* $90
50 Punch Card Child/Veteran/Senior* $150
Hydrotherapy/Shower use only $5

 

Water Exercise Fees
Daily Rate Water Exercise-Adult $10
Daily Rate Water Exercise-Veteran/Senior* $8
10 Punch Card Adult $90
20 Punch Card Adult $170
50 Punch Card Adult $250
10 Punch Card Veteran/Senior* $70
20 Punch Card Veteran/Senior* $130
50 Punch Card Veteran/Senior* $200


*Senior is defined as 55 years or older
*Seniors and veterans require a valid ID
*Children is defined as 2 - 17 years old

Water Exercise Classes and Descriptions

Water exercise classes will be held Monday, January 6 through Friday, March 14.

No registration required; daily drop-in fee or water ex punch card are both accepted!

Ai Chi

This slow relaxation class is Tai Chi for the water, focusing on deep breathing, visualization, stretching, and stress reduction. Exercises are performed in the 88 - 90 degree Learner pool. Come learn a new way to stretch, balance, and focus your mind and body!

Tuesday, Thursday 8-8:45 a.m.

Arthritis Water Ex

Feel and move better! This is a moderate-paced exercise class that combines elements of Arthritis Foundation exercises with flexibility and strength conditioning. This class is gentle on the joints. Exercises are performed in the 88-90 degree Learner pool.

Tuesday, Thursday 9-9:45 a.m.

Aquacise

This is a moderate-paced water exercise class. Emphasis is placed on flexibility and strength conditioning. This class is gentle on the joints. Exercises are performed in the 88 - 90 degree Learner pool. Swimming skills are not required.

Monday-Friday 10-10:45 a.m.

Shallow/Deep

Join a fast-paced water exercise class for adults. Participants work at their own pace to improve strength and cardiovascular fitness. Exercises are performed with music in the 25-yard indoor pool. Swimming skills are not required for participation, although it is recommended.

Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9-9:45 a.m.

Monday, Wednesday 7-7:45 p.m.

Tuesday, Thursday 7:15-8 a.m.

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