109 E. Madison St. Paris, IL 61944
217-466-9622
parisreccenter@gmail.com

Aquatics

AQUATICS AT THE REC

Enjoy the
recently renovated Aquatics Center

Swim all year long in our recently renovated aquatic facility! We have a 6-lane, 25-yard lap pool. Enjoy all the pool has to offer including lap swim, open swim, water fitness classes, swim lessons and brand new locker rooms!

POOL SCHEDULE

Dive in! See what’s happening at the pool. 

POOL SCHEDULE

WATER FITNESS

Make a splash while you get fit! Our water fitness classes offer a fun, low-impact way to build strength, improve flexibility, and boost endurance—perfect for all ages and fitness levels.

CLASS SCHEDULE

SWIM LESSONS

From first splashes to confident strokes, our swim lessons help swimmers of all ages build skills, safety, and a lifelong love of the water.

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POOL RENTALS

Host your next party or event in the pool! Our facility is available for private rentals, celebrations, and group gatherings—make a splash with your guests!

RENTAL GUIDE

POOL GUIDELINES

Get prepared for you rswim and check out our aquatic center rules & age guidelines.

USAGE GUIDELINES

FAQs

Learn more about our facility here.

FAQs

Aquatics Center Rules

-Admission to the pool shall be refused to any guest having a contagious disease or infectious condition. Anyone who has or has had diarrhea in the past two weeks shall not use the pool. Anyone who has an area of exposed sub-epidermal tissue, open blisters, cuts, etc. is advised not to use the pool.
-A guest under the influence of alcohol or exhibiting erratic behavior is prohibited in the pool area.
-All guests shall behave in such a manner as to avoid jeopardizing the health and safety of themselves and others.
-Disruptive behavior, including abusive or profane language, is grounds for expulsion.
-All guests must take a soap & water shower before using the pool. A bather leaving the pool to use the restroom must take another shower before returning to the pool.
-Spitting, spouting of water, blowing the nose, or urinating in the pool is prohibited.
-Extended breath holding is prohibited.
-Running or rough play in the pool, on the pool deck, in dressing rooms and showers is prohibited.
-Pool guests must wear swimming suits or swimming trunks upon entry. Clothing such as cutoffs, gym shorts, or underwear is not permitted as swimwear.
-All diaper-aged children shall use plastic pants with tight-fitting elastic at the legs and waist of swim diapers.

-Diapers are not permitted to be changed at poolside.
-Outside food or beverage is not allowed. Glass objects are prohibited.-Alcohol, drugs, and tobacco products are prohibited on park property.
-Diving is not permitted.
-All injuries on the premises should be reported immediately to management.
-The Paris Rec Center is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
-Children 8 and under must be under parental supervision at all times. Children 5 and under must have a parent within arm’s reach anywhere inside the swimming area at all times.
-Flotation devices are prohibited within the exception of U.S. Coast Guard approved lifejackets.
-Chairs are not permitted within 3 feet of the water.
-Management has the authority to implement and enforce rules that are more stringent to supplement those listed here for the safety of our guests.
-The Paris Rec Center reserves the right to refuse admittance when the capacity of the pool has been reached or when otherwise deemed necessary for the health, welfare or safety of guests.