Aquatic Center

Classes will begin again in June!  We have swim lessons, water babies, pre-comp and water aerobics information below in their respective menus.  Our registration for classes will now be online using a program called Active Network. Patrons will need to create an account to register for classes.  If you have a log-in that you have used for Community Education classes, that will work for the Aquatic Center as well.

REGISTRATION LINK WILL BE POSTED TUESDAY, MAY 10TH AT 11AM.

To register, please click here (This is the first time that we have done our registration online.  We will have extra help here and all our phones will have someone available to answer your calls.  There may be multiple people who call to ask a question.  We ask that you be patient with us if we do not answer your call the first time as it means we are helping other patrons.  Thank you).  If you have any questions, please feel free to give us a call at (816)359-4080.

This summer is going to be a busy summer.  In order to accommodate as many swimmers as possible, we will start having two spots open per lane.  We request that family groups sign up for one lane to share.  This will begin May 9th.

Our evening hours will be extended starting May 31st.  We will be open from 6:30-9p Monday-Thursday evenings.

We will also be increasing our membership and daily entry fees starting June 1st.  The new rates are listed below in the admission and pool membership drop down menus.

17 and under: $4
Adults: $5
Kids age three and under: free if accompanied by parent
Adults 80 and older: free  

Children will be allowed to come and swim with parents but must stay in their assigned lanes. We are going to set a two-hour block limit per day to provide opportunities for all patrons to use the facility.

Please click on the link for the date you would like to sign-up for a swim lane. We have one sign-up per lane available each hour. If you are going to have more than one person swim during that time, only one sign-up will be required. All patrons wanting to swim in that lane must arrive together. Please do not sign-up for more than two time blocks per day.  

Notice:

With summer coming up, and our programs starting again, we will becoming busier.  In order to accommodate as many patrons as possible we are setting up the inside lanes to have two sign-ups per lane.  We encourage family and friend groups to share a single lane.  We are keeping lanes 1 and 6 as a single sign-up.  These lanes are meant for people who need the ladder to enter and exit the pool.  Please keep these lanes clear when possible.

Friday, July 1st

Saturday, July 2nd

Sunday, July 3rd

Monday, July 4th - Closed for Independence Day

Tuesday, July 5th

Wednesday, July 6th

Thursday, July 7th

Do I need to wear a mask inside the Aquatic Center?
We follow the district masking guidelines. We encourage wearing masks when in close proximity to others.

Will the locker rooms be available?
The locker rooms will be available for use.

Why are there lane sign-ups?
We started doing as a precautionary measure during COVID restrictions, but we are keeping sign-ups due to patrons enjoying the ability to reserve a lane.

I noticed that there were openings at a certain time, can I walk in and use that lane?
Yes! Please try to sign up prior to your arrival, or use your phone to sign up when you get to the facility. Our front desk staff is happy to sign you up if you have problems.

How soon before my assigned time can I show up?
You may enter the facility 15 minutes before your sign-up time. If you notice your lane is empty, check with the staff to see if you can hop in early.

Do I need to check in when I arrive at the facility?
Yes, please check in with the front desk staff as you enter the facility. You will need to show your membership card or pay the open swim fee. 

Can only one person swim in each lane?
No, we are encouraging lane sharing for households or people comfortable swimming with others. Please try to use only one lane per household when possible. 

Do I have to be in the water if my child wants to swim?
If your child is 8 years old or younger, a parent or guardian must be in the water with the child. Parent/guardians will need to remain on the pool deck supervising children who are aged between 9-17 years.

Will the diving boards be open?

Yes, unless Twisters Dive Team is practicing. You will need to reserve lane 2 in the Diving Well in order to use the diving boards. Ask the lifeguards prior to going off the diving boards.

Aquatic Center memberships are available to both Park Hill School District residents and non-residents. Standard rates provide membership privileges for open-lap swim during any of our open lap swim hours. All memberships are non-refundable. Membership does not include admission or participation in any of aerobic classes or swim lesson courses.

New membership rates:

  *ADD $10 FOR EACH ADDITIONAL FAMILY MEMBER OVER THE MAXIMUM 

   LIMIT OF 4.   (1 OR 6 MONTH MEMBERSHIP)

**ADD $25 FOR EACH ADDITIONAL FAMILY MEMBER OVER THE MAXIMUM 

   OF 4.  (1 YEAR MEMBERSHIP) 

Pool Rules

1. Obey the lifeguards and manager on duty.  They are here for your safety and protection.
2. Complete showers must be taken before entering the water.
3. No walking across or swimming under the bulkhead.
4. No food or drink except water shall be taken onto the pool deck.  Please use the snack bar area or viewing area behind the glass windows instead.  No glass containers will be allowed on the pool deck.  This includes the bleachers.
5. Proper swimwear is required.  We do not allow any clothing with cotton fibers (including but not limited to: T-shirts, cut offs, gym shorts).
6. Swim diapers are required for children who are not toilet trained.
7. The use of any tobacco products or alcoholic beverages is strictly prohibited.
8. Profanity will not be tolerated.
9. United States Coast Guard approved life jackets will be the only recognized flotation safety devices and may not be used off the diving boards.  The Aquatic Center does not provide any flotation devices for patron use.
10. Any child requiring the use of a lifejacket must be within arm's reach of their parent/guardian at all times.
11. Children six years old and younger must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
12. A lifeguard or coach must be present before entering the pool.
13. No running, pushing, shoving, rough play or dunking.
14. Throwing is not allowed.
15. No extended breath-holding activities.
16. No jumping into crowded areas.
17. Chewing gum will not be allowed in the pool.
18. Please do not allow the patrons to drink or spit the pool water.
19. Diving or doing flips from the side of the pool is prohibited.
20. No Jumping/diving from the starting blocks unless under the supervision of a certified coach.
21. Return kick boards and buoys to the kickboard shelf.  They are for competitive usage only.

Diving Board Rules

1. Refer to the diving rules posted on the north wall in the diving well area.  No swimming or diving will be allowed in the diving well without a lifeguard or coach on duty in the diving well.
2. Do all flips, front dives and back dives off the diving boards only.
3. Only one person on the board at a time.
4. Be sure the diving board area is clear before diving.  The previous diver must be at the wall before the next diver is allowed to go off the board.
5. No jumping or diving from the sides of the boards.
6. No running on the diving boars.
7. Floatation devices may not be used on the diving boards.
8. Goggles must be removed before jumping off the diving board.
9. Double bouncing, hanging, handstands or springing from a seated position is prohibited.
10. The fulcrum must remain at the front of the board.  The fulcrum may be moved only with the permission of the pool manager or the diving coach.  At the end of practice the fulcrum must be returned to the front of the board.

When Park Hill cancels classes due to weather, the Aquatic Center will evaluate the weather conditions and post on the website if the facility is closed. While the School District may close due to frigid air temps that may put students at risk while waiting on their school buses, the Aquatic Center is not impacted in the same manner.  Alternatively, while streets may be difficult to navigate in the early morning, the afternoon hours often allow KCMO road crews the opportunity to clear streets and make travel more viable for our evening class offerings.

While we do not offer make up classes, we do provide "credit coupons" for missed classes that may be used towards future class registrations.  These "coupons" may also be used towards open lap/general swim times.  Credit coupons may be picked up from the manager on duty or one of our administrative assistants.

Refunds will be made only on the following conditions:

• If a class is canceled due to lack of enrollment.
• If a refund is requested at least 24 hours before the first class is held. A $10.00 non-refundable fee is included in the tuition.
• No refunds will be given after a class meets. Students assume the risk of changes in personal affairs or health.

 Senior Citizens, age 80 and older, may come to open lap swim times for free.  We offer a discounted membership rate for Seniors 60 years of age and older.

Park Hill employees may also utilize open swim free of charge.  They may bring one family member with them as well.  All employees must check in at the front desk or in the office with their staff ID.  Please note, PH employees may not drop off family members to swim, they must stay and swim with the family member.

Veteran and active military servicemen and women are entitled to a $5 discount on memberships.

If you are planning to visit the Park Hill Aquatic Center with a group of 12 or more participants, or other organized group (i.e. Scuba, youth groups), the facility will need to be rented.  Reservations must be made at least 14 days in advance.  The Park Hill Aquatic Center (PHAC) is available for use from 7:00pm to 9:00pm on Friday or Saturday only at the following rates:

*Rates are based upon lifeguard staffing according to American Red Cross lifeguard-to-swimmer ratio recommendation.

** $25 deposit due 14 days prior to reservation.

***Additional optional charges include: $20 viewing room/table rental fee, $10 snack bar fee

District Facility Usage Policy

Select date and time for rental

This course provides the necessary skills and training for the basic entry-level lifeguard. Students must be 15 years of age or older to enroll in this course. Preventative life-guarding, safety skills, and CPR/First Aid/AED are among the many topics to be learned. The fees listed below include books and a pocket mask. Times are subject to change upon instructor request. All dates are required.

Please call us at 359-4080 if you are interested in the Lifeguard Training course.  

The Northland United Swim Team is a competitive year-round swim team offering age/skill specific training for all of our athletes.  We challenge each individual and work to develop them to meet the best of their abilities.  NLU operates out of the Park Hill Aquatic Center.

Vision statement: Northland United aims to be a successful, nationally recognized program that teaches and trains all levels of competitive swimmers, emphasizing individual progress, team unity, sportsmanship and family participation.

Team Philosophy:  Northland United is a competitive swim team that strives for excellence both in and out of the water.  The program is focused on mutual respect and sportsmanship through the pursuit of personal and team goals.

Please visit the team website at www.nluswimteam.com. 

• Head Coach: Mike Ballard
• Assistant Head Coach: Danielle Stoermann
• Age Group Coaches:  Robin Krug, Dan Jones, and Paige Feeley.

Birthday Party Reservations include access to the pool and use of the viewing room. The viewing room will be set up with tables and chairs, as needed for your party. Outside food should be limited to birthday treats. Food must be eaten in the viewing room, and should not be on the pool deck. Kids that need a lifejacket will need to bring their own and an adult must be in the water with them.

Parties can be held 2-5pm on Saturdays or 1-3pm on Sundays.

Hourly Birthday Party Rates

1-15 swimmers -- $50

15-25 swimmers -- $75

25-35 swimmers -- $100

Parties larger than 35 people will need to see the private pool rental form below. 

Please call the pool to learn more and reserve your party today! 

The Park Hill Aquatic Center is available for rental. Park Hill will provide qualified lifeguards for your safety and protection. A $25 deposit is required to reserve a weekend evening rental. The snack bar is available for $10 a night. For more information and a fee schedule, contact us at 816-359-4080.

Day and Time:
Friday 7-9 p.m.; Saturday 7-9 p.m.

(4- to 5-year-olds)
These classes are designed to provide the child who is just beginning or already has some water skills a safe, controlled environment for learning. All of our instructors are lifeguard certified. Advanced children will be grouped according to their skills. We pride ourselves in keeping our classes at 4 to 6 students per instructor.

To register, please click here (This is the first time that we have done our registration online.  We will have extra help here and all our phones will have someone available to answer your calls.  There may be multiple people who call to ask a question.  We ask that you be patient with us if we do not answer your call the first time as it means we are helping other patrons.  Thank you).  If you have any questions, please feel free to give us a call at (816)359-4080.

Our Preschool lessons will have two class times available per session at 10a and 10:30a.  Classes will be on Monday through Thursday for 2 weeks.

Sessions begin on:

June 6th

June 20th

July 11th

July 25th

Classes will cost $80 each.

(6 yrs & older)
These classes are designed to develop a deeper appreciation and skill level for swimming and water safety. When a child completes our swim lesson program, they will know how to effectively swim all four of the competitive strokes (freestyle, breast stroke, backstroke, and butterfly). Advanced children will be grouped according to their ability. We pride ourselves in keeping our classes at 4 to 6 students per instructor. 

To register, please click here (This is the first time that we have done our registration online.  We will have extra help here and all our phones will have someone available to answer your calls.  There may be multiple people who call to ask a question.  We ask that you be patient with us if we do not answer your call the first time as it means we are helping other patrons.  Thank you).  If you have any questions, please feel free to give us a call at (816)359-4080.

Our Youth lessons will have two class times available per session at 11a and 11:30a.  Classes will be on Monday through Thursday for 2 weeks.

Sessions begin on:

June 6th

June 20th

July 11th

July 25th

Classes will cost $80 each.

(3 and Under)
The first three years of a child's life are the most impressionable. What occurs during this critical and formative window of time will have a dramatic effect on the child for the rest of their lives. Swimming is often the first organized activity on their journey of life. As privileged stewards, parents and swim teachers owe it to these budding water babies to make this an uplifting, joyous experience. At least one parent is required to be in the water with their child. Water babies must be under 4 years old. Swim lessons are available for those 4 and older. Classes are limited to 10 babies.

To register, please click here (This is the first time that we have done our registration online.  We will have extra help here and all our phones will have someone available to answer your calls.  There may be multiple people who call to ask a question.  We ask that you be patient with us if we do not answer your call the first time as it means we are helping other patrons.  Thank you).  If you have any questions, please feel free to give us a call at (816)359-4080.

We will be offering our water babies class on Thursday evenings for the summer months.  The class times available will from 6:45-7:15p and 7:15-7:45p.

Sessions begin on:

June 2nd

July 7th

August 4th (7-7:30pm, 7:30-8pm)

This program is intended to develop stroke technique on all four competitive strokes.  Participants will have the opportunity to get conditioning through lap swimming with an emphasis on stroke technique. Starts and turns used in each of the competitive strokes will be introduced in the conditioning process. Participating swimmers must know how to swim freestyle, breast stroke, backstroke with proper rhythmic breathing, kick and stroke techniques for at least one width of the pool. A basic understanding of the butterfly is also required. 

To register, please click here (This is the first time that we have done our registration online.  We will have extra help here and all our phones will have someone available to answer your calls.  There may be multiple people who call to ask a question.  We ask that you be patient with us if we do not answer your call the first time as it means we are helping other patrons.  Thank you).  If you have any questions, please feel free to give us a call at (816)359-4080.

Classes will meet on Wednesday nights from either 6:45-7:30p or 7:30-8:15p.

Sessions will begin on:

June 1st

July 6th

August 3rd (7-7:45pm, 7:45-8:30pm)