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VAMOS! Monthly Magazine

Aquatics Center Indoor Pool

 

The Naval Station Rota MWR Aquatics Center Indoor Pool offers lap swimming, swim lessons, command training reservations, youth swim testing, and year-round aquatic programming for eligible patrons.

Summer Hours of Operation 
Monday–Friday: 6 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Closed: Saturday & Sunday
Closed: U.S. Holiday

Eligibility

The Aquatics Center Indoor Pool is open to eligible patrons, including:

  • U.S. active-duty service members
  • Dependents
  • DoW civilians
  • U.S. retirees
  • Eligible Spanish military members and dependents
  • Eligible base civilians

A 100% ID check is required.

Indoor Pool Features

The Aquatics Center Indoor Pool features a heated, L-shaped, 25-meter pool with seven swim lanes, five racing platforms, and a 12-foot deep end.

Additional facility features include:

  • Lap swim lanes
  • Core workout station
  • Pull-up bar
  • Stationary bikes
  • Row machine
  • Sit-up mats
  • TRX equipment
  • SPRI bands
  • Outdoor patio area for PT, PRT, and group exercise

The Aquatics Center also supports Command PT, PRT preparation, specialized unit training, Navy 2nd Class Swim Tests, and group reservations.

Reservations

Reservations are required for:

  • Command PT/PRT
  • Specialized unit training
  • Navy 2nd Class Swim Test
  • Groups of five or more patrons
  • Reserved use of facility areas

To reserve space, please contact Aquatics staff by phone or email.

Learn-to-Swim Lessons

American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim lessons are offered throughout the year for children and adults.

Parent & Child Swim Class

Ages: 8 months–3 years
Days: Wednesday–Friday
Time: 10–10:30 a.m.

Youth Swim Lessons: Levels 1–5

Ages: 4 years and older
Days: Wednesday–Friday
Times:

  • 4–4:45 p.m.
  • 5–5:45 p.m.

Registration is available at the Aquatics Center front desk. Please visit the front desk to sign up for the next available class.

Youth Swim Test Requirement

An Annual Navy Youth Swim Test is required for all youth ages 17 and under.

Youth who successfully demonstrate the required swim skills may receive full access to approved aquatic facility areas, including the swimmer’s zone, deep end, slides, diving boards, and other recreational amenities, as determined by Naval Station Rota MWR Aquatics staff.

Swim Diaper Policy

Per Navy instruction, children under age 3 are required to wear a swim diaper while using the pool, regardless of potty-training status.

SPLASH Drowning Prevention Campaign

Navy MWR Fitness supports drowning prevention through the SPLASH campaign, which helps educate parents and guardians on pool safety and the risks of unsupervised swimming.

SPLASH reminds families to:

  • Stay within arm’s reach.
  • Protect your non-swimmers.
  • Learn to swim.
  • Assess swim skills.
  • Swim safely.
  • Hang it up.

Help keep your child safe at the Aquatics Center.

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Learn more at: https://www.navyfitness.org/splash

Thunder and Lightning Policy

In accordance with CNICINST 1710.3, aquatic facilities may close without notice due to thunderstorms, electrical storms, or inclement weather.

At the first sound of thunder or sight of lightning, all aquatic areas will be cleared immediately and will remain closed until deemed safe by Aquatics staff, typically 30 minutes after the last sound of thunder or sighting of lightning.

One long whistle blast from a lifeguard is the emergency signal for all patrons to exit the water immediately.

Rota Tiburones Youth Swim Team

MWR proudly supports the Rota Tiburones, the community youth swim team at Naval Station Rota.

 

 

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