Pools are open

The DeSoto Pools are now open for summer. Located between the DeSoto Golf Course and the DeSoto Family Recreation Area, the DeSoto Pools offers something for all ages. There are separate water areas for: the swim tank, three to five feet deep, the dive tank is 11 feet deep and features a diving board, and the wading pool. The pool area has loungers, umbrella covered tables, shaded areas, snack bar and a locker room facility with showers.

Swim lessons are offered throughout the summer and are taught by qualified instructors for children ages 18 months and up, Monday - Friday. Fee is due at registration: $25.00 per child, per session. Children are placed in Class Levels depending on their swimming ability. Each class lasts one week. Classes are held at 9 a.m. and 10 a.m.

Session 1: June 20- June 24
Session 2: June 27 - July 1
Session 3: July 11 - July 15**
Session 4: July 18 - July 22**
Session 5: July 25 - July 29
Session 6: August 1 - August 5
** Infant, 6-18 months, 10 a.m. and Toddler, 18 months up to 3 years, 10:30 a.m. classes will be held during Session 3 and 4 only. A parent or guardian is required in the pool with each infant or toddler.

The pool is also available to rent for birthdays, family reunions, parties, etc. Rental is during non-scheduled hours and includes lifeguards. The cost is $43.00 per hour for 30 people or less with a $25.00 clean up fee; each 10 additional people are $10.00.

2011 Pool Schedule
Monday through Friday
Now through August 12: 11 a.m. until 7:30 p.m.
July 4: 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.
September 5: 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.

Saturday
Now through September 3: 10 a.m. until 7:30 p.m.

Sunday
Now through September 4: 1 p.m. until 6 p.m.