Aquatics Outdoor Pool
Aquatics Outdoor Pool
OPENING May 23rd-25th
Noon-7pm (Saturday-Monday)
The Aquatics Outdoor Pool opens on May 23-25 from noon to 7pm. Kick off the summer with us this Memorial Day weekend! Check out our large water slide, aqua wall, diving board and kiddie pool for the littles ones. Bring your family and friends to lounge and soak up the sun.
Eligibility
Access to the Aquatics Outdoor Pool is open to:
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U.S. active-duty service members
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Dependents
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DoD civilians
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U.S. military retirees
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Eligible Spanish military members and dependents
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Eligible base civilians who meet access requirements
100% ID checks are required for entry.
Safety Guidelines
Your safety is our top priority. To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all guests, please review the following policies:
Youth Swim Test (Required Annually)
The Annual Navy Youth Swim Test is required each year for all youth ages 17 and under.
Youth who successfully demonstrate required swim skills will receive full access to:
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Water slides
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Diving boards
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Swimmer’s zone / deep end
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Other recreational amenities as determined by Naval Station Rota MWR Aquatics
Download the consent form HERE.
General Pool Policies
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Food is permitted; no glass containers allowed.
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Per Navy instruction, all children under age 3 must wear a swim diaper, regardless of potty-training status.
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Follow all lifeguard instructions at all times.
Navy MWR Fitness Drowning Prevention Campaign — SPLASH
The Navy MWR Fitness SPLASH Campaign promotes water safety awareness for families.
SPLASH stands for:
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Stay within arm’s reach
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Protect your non-swimmers
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Learn to swim
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Assess swim skills
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Swim safely
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Hang it up
Keep your child safe at the Aquatics facility.
Learn more at: https://www.navyfitness.org/splash
Thunder & Lightning Policy
In accordance with CNICINST 1710.3, the following inclement weather policy applies:
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Aquatic facilities may close without notice due to weather conditions.
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At the first sound of thunder or sight of lightning, all guests must immediately exit the water and pool deck.
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The facility will remain closed until conditions are deemed safe — typically 30 minutes after the last thunder or lightning occurrence.
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One long whistle blast from a lifeguard signals that all swimmers must immediately clear the water.
Safety decisions are made by the Aquatic Coordinator, Swimming Pool Manager, or Facility Supervisor.

