Here Comes the Water: County Pools Open for Memorial Day Weekend

From Gwinnett County Parks & Recreation

All Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation (GCPR) aquatic facilities open on Saturday, May 23 of Memorial Day weekend. Most of the aquatic centers and leisure play pools conveniently located throughout Gwinnett County, offer fun features such as beach entry, water play structures, giant water slides, picnic areas and more! Visitors will find a wide array of amenities for both fun and learning, including private, semi-private, and group swim lessons annually for all ages. May is also National Water Safety Month, and GCPR would like to highlight some tips for a safe and enjoyable day at the pool:

• Never leave a child unattended in a pool or spa and always watch your child when he or she is in or near water
• Teach children basic water safety tips
• Keep children away from pool drains, pipes and other openings to avoid entrapment
• Have a telephone close by when you or your family are using a pool or spa
• If a child is missing, look for him or her in the pool or spa first

GCPR recognizes the vital role that swimming and aquatic-related activities relate to good physical and mental health and enhance the quality of life for all people. “Learning how to swim saves lives,” said Christine Greenfield, Aquatics Coordinator. “We encourage all families to enroll in swim lessons and safety programs by contacting your local pool.”

All GCPR pools are accessible for people with disabilities and offer safe, supervised swimming places for patrons of all ages. For more details on admission fees, specific amenities, hours of operation or information on facility rentals, visit www.gwinnettparks.com.

Find a pool near you

• Best Friend Park Pool (Norcross area)
• Bethesda Park Aquatic Center (Lawrenceville area)
• Bogan Park Aquatic Center (Buford area)
• Collins Hill Park Aquatic Center (Lawrenceville/Suwanee)
• Dacula Park Pool (Dacula area)
• Lenora Park Pool (Snellville area)
• Mountain Park Aquatic Center (Lilburn area)
• Rhodes Jordan Park Pool (Lawrenceville)
• West Gwinnett Park Aquatic Center (Berkeley Lake/Peachtree Corners/Duluth)

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