Centennial Family Aquatic Center

• 50-Meter pool, 8 lanes
• Leisure pool with zero depth edge and water slides
• Wading pool with tot slide
• Diving pool with 2 boards and 2 drop slides
• Locker room facilities
• Party room
• Party Rentals
• Concession stand

Opening Date: May 29*
Closing Date: September 6**
*The Aquatic Center will be open WEEKENDS ONLY between May 29-June 6 from 1-6 p.m.
Regular season hours will begin Saturday, June 12.
**A reduced public swim schedule will be in effect weekends beginning August 14 and daily after August 21. Hours will be posted at the Aquatic Center and on the Park District website. Portions of the facility may be closed each day in order to operate safely when a reduced schedule is in effect. Please call ahead to find out which pools are open each day.

July 4^th Public Swim Hours
On Sunday, July 4, the Aquatic Center will be open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. for Public Swim. There will be NO morning lap swim on this date. 

Safety Breaks

Centennial Family Aquatic Center will be conducting two 15 minute Safety Breaks daily. The breaks will take place at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Everyone, including adults, will be required to leave the pools during the safety breaks. It is recommended that parents of young children use this opportunity to take their children to the washroom.

Pool Closings

The Pool Manager is authorized to close the pools during any swim session under the following conditions:

• If the air temperature reaches 66 degrees or below-or there are fewer than 25 swimmers in the facility-the Leisure Pool, Wading Pool and Diving Pool will be closed. The 50-meter pool will remain open at the discretion of the Pool Manager if thunder, lightning or rain is not present.
• If lightning and/or thunder is in the area, swimmers will not be permitted in the water for at least 30 minutes after lightning and/or thunder has cleared. If conditions force two consecutive 30-minute closures during the day, the pools will be closed until 5 p.m. The weather will be re-evaluated at 5 p.m. to determine whether the facility will reopen for the evening session.
• The pools will be closed when a situation arises that would jeopardize the public health or safety of people in attendance.

General Information and Pool Rules

• Admittance is by photo ID season pass or daily fee. All persons entering the pool deck must pay a fee.
• Certain pool areas may be closed for programming during public swim hours.
• Children 7 years and under must be accompanied by an individual 13 years of age or older at all times.
• Proper bathing attire is required to enter pools. Unlined and cut-off shorts or leotards are not allowed.
• Flotation devices/swimming aids are not allowed in the Leisure Pool.
• Outside food and beverages are not permitted.
• Street shoes are not allowed on the pool decks.
• All swimmers are encouraged to take a shower before entering the pool.
• All other state and local health codes apply.
• While in the pool, all children who are not toilet trained must wear a swimming diaper with plastic pants that seal at the legs and waist. These are available for sale at the front desk.
• Parents or guardians are responsible for the supervision of their children. Aquatic staff members are on duty to enforce rules and to respond in the event of an emergency.

Fitness Swim Guidelines

Whether swimming for enjoyment or exercise, lap swimming is a great way to stay in shape while enjoying the water around you.

• Admittance to the public Fitness Swim hours is by a photo ID season pass or daily fee.
• Three lanes are guaranteed during most pool hours. Schedule changes will be posted at the facility or you may call 847/256-9680 for lap swimming status.
• Swimmers may determine their own speed lane, however, if you are constantly being passed, please move to a slower speed lane.
• Swimmers are expected to circle swim to the right when there are more than two swimmers per lane.
• Please pick up a copy of our "Lap Swim Etiquette 101" flyer for more information.

Lap Swimming Etiquette 101

Whether you are new to lap swimming or a dedicated fitness swimmer, the Wilmette Park District requests that everyone observe a few common courtesies and basic rules to make lap swimming safer, more pleasant, and more productive for all participants. Our number one rule is that you do not inhibit the workout of others sharing the same lane as you. Here are some guidelines to follow when using our lap lanes:

• MINIMUM AGE: Lap lane swimmers must be 18 years of age or older. Swimmers between the ages of 12 and 18 years, who can swim 100 meters of freestyle unassisted. (two lengths of the pool), may request permission to use the lap lanes from a pool supervisor. The supervisor will assess a swimmer's abilities on a case by case basis.
• LANE DESIGNATIONS: Lanes are designated as slow, medium, or fast. Choose a lane compatible with your speed.
• ENTERING THE WATER: No diving allowed. When you enter the water, never jump, or push off into oncoming swimmers. Wait until they have made the turn and pushed off.
• CIRCLE SWIMMING: If there are more than two swimmers in your lane you must circle swim. In the United States, the custom is to stay to the right-which is to swim counterclockwise.
• SPEED: Slower swimmers must yield to faster swimmers. If you slow your pace, please change to the appropriate lane. Consider the faster swimmer who is at your feet and offer them a chance to go ahead when you reach the wall, or let them pass you.
• PASSING: Pass on the left. Tap the foot of the person in front of you before passing. If you are being overtaken at the turn, stop, and wait until the other swimmer has pushed off.
• STOPPING: If you need to stop, squeeze into the corner to the right of oncoming swimmers, so they will have sufficient room to turn.
• COMPLETE LAPS: Swim complete laps to avoid confusion with others in your lane.

Lifeguards may ask swimmers to switch lanes. Please follow their requests. Swimmers will be reminded of the rules as needed and supervisors will provide a means for mediation when a dispute arises. Patrons who are involved in the repeated disruptions of lap swimming will be asked to leave the facility and could be subject to consequences up to and including revocation of season pass privileges and facility use for the remainder of the summer.

By adhering to these conventions, and applying common sense, you and your fellow fitness swimmers can get the most out of your swimming experience.