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21100 Great Mills Road
Great Mills, MD 20653
Phone: (301) 866-6560
Fax: (301) 866-6561

The Great Mills Swimming Pool provides opportunities for recreational, therapeutic, instructional and competitive swimming for all ages.  The 25 yard x 25 meter pool includes six lanes and has a “zero depth” entry for maximum accessibility.  The pool is covered with an air-inflated “bubble” from September until May to allow year round usage.  The facility’s bathhouse includes showers, lockers, restrooms and a lifeguard room.  

 

The pool will close if lightning is observed; all swimmers will be asked to leave the water immediately. The pool will remain closed for 30 minutes after the last lightning strike has been observed.

Facts on Swimming Pool TemperatureIf you are interested in instructing classes or in a lifeguard position, please contact Gary Reed, Leisure Programs Coordinator, at 301-866-6560.

 

LEISURE PROGRAM REFUND POLICY

    ²      A full refund may be obtained if R&P changes the location, time, or date of the program which prohibits attendance; or if the department cancels the program due to insufficient registration.

    ²      A full refund may be obtained if refund is requested in writing prior to the start of class in case of medical problems verified by a doctor’s certificate.

    ²      A refund minus a $10.00 service charge may be obtained if the refund is requested in writing (2) working days prior to the first day of class/session.

    ²      A refund of 50% of class cost may be obtained if the refund is in writing less than (2) working days prior to the start to the class/session or the registrant attends one class/session.

    ²      A refund may not be obtained if registrant attends more than one class or session.

    ²      No refunds may be obtained for classes that cost $10.00 or less.

    ²      All refund requests must be submitted in writing to the Division Manager.

SWIMMING POOL UPDATES                                                                                                                                                                      http://www.stmarysmd.com/recreate/swimmingpool.asp#ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

Great Mills Swimming Pool now offers on-line registration for swim lessons. Go to the top of any Recreation & Parks page and click on the ONLINE REGISTRATION link to sign up for classes/lessons.

 

The next online and walk in swim lesson registration will begin on Tuesday, May 28 at 8:30 am at the pool You can also register during the week at the pool and the Recreation & Parks main office in Leonardtown, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Last day for late registration will be Tuesday, June 18.

 

Any time public schools do not open due to inclement weather Early Bird Lap Swimming is canceled.

 

For additional information contact the pool at 301-866-6560.

 

 

Hours of Operation
Actual times may vary upon season; times will be posted at the Pool facility.

  • September 17, 2012 - June 9, 2013:
  • Monday - Saturday - 9:00am - 8:00pm
  • Sunday - 12:00 - 6:00 pm
  • Lap Swim Hours:
  • Monday, Wednesday & Friday - start at 6:00 am

 

Please note that when the pool is closed for any reason an announcement will always be left on the pools voice mail system. You can call 301-866-6560 for any updates.  

GREAT MILLS POOL FEES

Pool Fees

 

Daily Admission

Annual Pass

Good 9/1/12

8/31/13

Annual Pass

Good 1/1/13

8/31/13

Bubble to Bubble

Good   9/19/12 5/13/13

24 Punch Pass

Weekend
Pass

Good
9/1/12

8/31/13

Weekday
Pass
Good
9/1/12

8/31/13

 

Lessons &

Aerobic Classes

Youth

(17 & under)

$4.00

$200

$160

$160

$85

 

 

Swim Lessons

8 classes $65

Senior

(60 & over)

$4.00

$200

$160

$160

$85

 

 

Aerobics

           18 classes

          $115                    

12 classes $80

6 classes $42

Adult

$5.00

$300

$225

$250

$115

 

 

Aerobic Drop In rate $8 per class

Lap Swim

$3.00

X

X

X

$70

 

 

Aerobic

Non Swim

$3.00

X

X

X

X

 

 

Walking

Household

X

$400

$300

$325

X

$225

$275

Class $3 drop-in rate

  • *In the event of an emergency closure of the pool refunds will not be given, however rain checks will be given if you utilized the pool for less than two hours.

  • **Anyone that leaves the pool facility must pay an admission fee upon their return.

  • MasterCard, Visa or Discover credit cards may be used with a $20 minimum. Credit cards can be used for daily admission and party admission fees.

  • All pool passes will need to be re-purchased by September 1, 2013.

  • Please note that all purchased passes are non-refundable.

Great Mills Swimming Pool

Fall Schedule -Spring Schedule 9/17/12 to 6/09/13

 

 

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

6:00–10:00 AM

 

ELS

 

ELS

 

ELS

 

 

8:15 – 10:00 AM

 

WW & A

WW & A

WW & A

WW & A

WW & A

 A 11-12 p.m.

 Pool Open

12-6 p.m.

9:00 AM-8:00 PM

 

 LS, OS

 LS, OS

 LS, OS

 LS, OS

 LS, OS

LS, OS

 LS &OS

10:00 – 11:00 AM

 

SC

SC

SC

SC

 

 

 

3:00–6:00 PM

 

 

 ASL

 

ASL

 

 

 

5:30 – 7:30 PM

 

SC, ST

SC, ST

SC, ST

SC, ST

ST

 

 

6:00 – 7:00 PM

 

A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ELS =  Early Bird Lap Swim        

SC = Swim Class    

A = Aqua Aerobics Class  

ASL= Adaptive Swim Lessons

OS = Open Swim

LS = Lap Swim   

ST=Swim team

WW-Water walking

 

 

Party rentals are available during normal hours:

 Sat.  12-2pm, 2:30-4:30pm, 5-7pm 

 Sunday’s  12-2pm, 2:30-4:30pm 

Party rentals are available after hours:

 Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat.  8-10pm

Sunday’s  6-8pm 

 All parties must be reserved at the pool site at least 2 weeks ahead of time 

 

 
 

Swim Lessons and Classes

These classes are scheduled per instructor availability.
Please call the pool for updates at (301) 866-6560

 

Session Dates: 6/17/13 to 6/27/13

Swim Lessons and Classes
Reg Date - 5/28/13, 8:30am; last day 6/18/13
Learn to Swim Level I
M-Th
9:45 - 10:15am
760801
C1
$65
5 & Up

Session Dates: 6/17/13 to 6/27/13

Swim Lessons and Classes
Reg Date - 5/28/13, 8:30am; last day 6/18/13
Learn to Swim Level II
M-Th
8:35-9:05 am
760801
D1
$65
5 & Up

Session Dates: 6/17/13 to 6/27/13

Swim Lessons and Classes
Reg Date - 5/28/13, 8:30am; last day 6/18/13
Learn to Swim Level II
M-Th
9:10-9:40 am
760801
D2
$65
5 & Up

Session Dates: 6/17/13 to 6/27/13

Swim Lessons and Classes
Reg Date - 5/28/13, 8:30am; last day 6/18/13
Learn to Swim Level III
M-Th
8:00 - 8:30 am
760801
E1
$65
5 & Up

Session Dates: 6/22/13 to 7/27/13

Swim Lessons and Classes
Reg Date - 5/28/13, 8:30am; last day 6/18/13
Parent & Child Level I
Saturday
11:00-11:40 am
760804
A1
$65
6 months - 2 years

Session Dates: 6/22/13 to 7/27/13

Swim Lessons and Classes
Reg Date - 5/28/13, 8:30am; last day 6/18/13
Parent & Child Level II
Saturday
10:10 - 10:50 am
760804
B1
$65
3 & 4 yrs

Session Dates: 6/22/13 to 7/27/13

Swim Lessons and Classes
Reg Date - 5/28/13, 8:30am; last day 6/18/13
Learn to Swim Level I
Saturday
9:20 - 10:00 am
760804
C1
$65
5 & Up

Session Dates: 6/22/13 to 7/27/13

Swim Lessons and Classes
Reg Date - 5/28/13, 8:30am; last day 6/18/13
Learn to Swim Level I
Saturday
8:30 - 9:10 am
760804
D1
$65
5 & Up

Session Dates: 6/22/13 to 7/27/13

Swim Lessons and Classes
Reg Date - 5/28/13, 8:30am; last day 6/18/13
Adult Swim Lessons
Saturday
11:00-11:40 am
760804
F1
$65
16 & Up

Session Dates: 7/8/13 to 7/18/13

Swim Lessons and Classes
Reg Date - 6/24/13, 8:30am; last day 7/9/13
Learn to Swim Level I
M-Th
9:45 - 10:15am
760901
C1
$65
5 & Up

Session Dates: 7/8/13 to 7/18/13

Swim Lessons and Classes
Reg Date - 6/24/13, 8:30am; last day 7/9/13
Learn to Swim Level II
M-Th
8:35-9:05 am
760901
D1
$65
5 & Up

Session Dates: 7/8/13 to 7/18/13

Swim Lessons and Classes
Reg Date - 6/24/13, 8:30am; last day 7/9/13
Learn to Swim Level III
M-Th
8:00 - 8:30 am
760901
E1
$65
5 & Up

Session Dates: 7/8/13 to 7/18/13

Swim Lessons and Classes
Reg Date - 6/24/13, 8:30am; last day 7/9/13
Learn to Swim Level II
M-Th
9:10-9:40 am
760901
D2
$65
5 & Up

Session Dates: 8/5/13 to 8/15/13

Swim Lessons and Classes
Reg Date - 7/22/13, 8:30am; last day 8/6/13
Learn to Swim Level I
M-Th
9:45 - 10:15am
760101
C1
$65
5 & Up

Session Dates: 8/5/13 to 8/15/13

Swim Lessons and Classes
Reg Date - 7/22/13, 8:30am; last day 8/6/13
Learn to Swim Level II
M-Th
8:35-9:05 am
760101
D1
$65
5 & Up

Session Dates: 8/5/13 to 8/15/13

Swim Lessons and Classes
Reg Date - 7/22/13, 8:30am; last day 8/6/13
Learn to Swim Level II
M-Th
9:10-9:40 am
760101
D2
$65
5 & Up

Session Dates: 8/5/13 to 8/15/13

Swim Lessons and Classes
Reg Date - 7/22/13, 8:30am; last day 8/6/13
Learn to Swim Level III
M-Th
8:00 - 8:30 am
760101
E1
$65
5 & Up
 

Form A - This form should be turned in at the designated registration time and location.

ADAPTED AQUATICS

 

Adapted Aquatics is a diversified and systematic recreational program of carefully structured aquatics experiences and instruction designed to meet the unique needs of those individuals who qualify for the program. Programming is sequential and developmentally appropriate in nature, taking each person’s disabling condition(s), present levels of functioning, and needs and future goals into consideration. Individual skill assessments will be conducted the first day of class for all new participants. Please call Rocco Aiello, Program Director for any questions. 301-481-7377. Location: Great Mills Swimming Pool.

Code

Age

Day

Date

Time

Fee

320501.A

3 & Up

Tue & Thu

4/9 – 5/23

3:15 – 4:00pm

$160

320501.B

3 & Up

Tue & Thu

4/9 – 5/23

4:00 – 4:45pm

$160

320501.C

3 & Up

Tue & Thu

4/9 – 5/23

5:00 – 5:45pm

$160

 
AQUA AEROBICS
Aqua Aerobics provides a safe, effective and FUN option to exercise for people of all ages and abilities.  Aqua Aerobics is not just for Senior citizens, pregnant women or those with arthritis. Everyone can benefit from exercising in the water. This class uses a combination of aerobic exercise routines to improve cardiovascular endurance and conditioning exercises to strengthen muscles and basic stretching to increase flexibility. It employs the natural isotonic resistance of water and requires minimal swimming ability. Aqua Aerobics is an excellent method of cross training, resistance training, burning calories, losing weight and reducing joint impact

Aqua Aerobics Classes

Classes are offered year round. Participants may purchase punch passes for 6, 12 or 18 classes and come anytime. Participants may also come on a drop-in basis for $8.00 per class. See schedule and fee chart below.

Level

Day(s)

Time

# of classes

Fee

Aerobics

Mon - Fri

9:00-10:00 AM

6,12 or 18

$42, $80 or $115

Aerobics

Mon

6:00-7:00PM

6,12 or 18

$42, $80 or $115

Aerobics

Mon & Wed    

12:00-1:00 PM    

6,12 or 18

$42, $80 or $115

Aerobics(Starts Nov 1)
Tue & Thu
4:30 - 5:30 PM
6,12 or 18 $42, $80 or $115
Aerobics Saturdays 11:00AM-12:00PM 6,12 or 18 $42, $80 or $115
 

 

WATER WALKING

Water Walking is a 30 minute Instructor led class that consists of creative walking and resistance training to help increase cardiovascular and muscular strength and flexibility while having fun and meeting new people.  Water Walking routines typically involve walking in water that is waist high or deeper while you swing your arms in the same manner you would during a walk on land.  Web gloves and water buoys will also be used.  The water provides more resistance as compared to air and helps reduce joint pain problems.  The buoyancy in water supports the weight of the body and reduces pressure on joints.

Water Walking can be used as a warm up or stretching session before an Aqua Aerobics Class.  It's a safe and effective way to increase your exercise time in the pool.

The use of water shoes is recommended.

Ages

Day(s)

Time

Drop In Fee

18 & Up

M-F

8:15 - 8:45am

$3

LOCAL SWIM CLUBS

Chesapeake Bay Aquatic Club

Great Mills Aquatic Club
www.gmacotters.org

DIRECTIONS - MAP

The pool is located on County-owned property adjacent to Great Mills High School. From Route 5 south towards St. Mary’s City, turn left at the light onto Route 246 (Great Mills Road); the pool will be on the right. From Route 235 south towards Lexington Park, turn right on Route 246 (Great Mills Road); the pool will be on the left.

Patrons may also take Route 235 south towards Lexington Park, turn right on Route 237 (Chancellor's Run Road), then turn right onto Route 246 (Great Mills Road); the pool is located on the left next to Great Mills High School.


Certified lifeguards are always needed. Please visit our job opportunities.

The Great Mills Pool is seeking qualified Aqua Aerobics instructors interested in providing evening classes.  Anyone interested please contact Gary Reed at (301) 866-6562.

GREAT MILLS POOL

2012-13 FALL, WINTER & SPRING POOL PARTY RESERVATIONS

Great Mills Swimming Pool Summer party reservations begin September 17, 2012; all parties must be reserved at the pool site. Parties may be scheduled as listed below.

Rental times and fees for parties scheduled during normal hours of operation are: 

Saturday  –- 12:00 - 2:00pm;    2:30 -4:30pm;  5:00-7:00pm
Sundays –  
12:00 - 2:00pm;    2:30 - 4:30pm 

  • Reservation Fee: $50.00 (reservation fee is non-refundable if patron cancels / a credit will be applied for cancellations)
  • Admission fee for first 18 children - $4 per child / $6 for each additional child
  • Additional admission fees: four adults with the party at no cost; each additional adult is $5 for swimming adults; $3 for non-swimming adults.

Rental times and fees for parties scheduled after normal hours of operation are: 

Mon, Wed, Fri, & Saturday – 8:00 -10:00pm & Sundays – 6:00 - 8:00pm

  • $225 for up to 50 patrons (three lifeguards provided)
  • $310 for up to 75 patrons (four lifeguards provided)

RESERVATION PROCESS

Payment of the reservation fee is required at the time of all reservations: All reservations must be scheduled through the Great Mills Pool. All admission fees for the parties on the weekends during normal operating hours must be paid by check, cash or credit card.  All applicable admission fees will be paid the day of the party.

IMPORTANT NOTES CONCERNING PARTY RENTALS:

Any and all candles for parties must be lighted and or supervised by a Great Mills Pool staff person. The pool will supply the lighter; simply notify the staff at the time of lighting your cake.

You may stay as long as you like after the timeframe of your party for no extra charge but you may be asked to move to another portion of the deck in order for us to utilize your table for the next party.

You may bring in food and drink for your party however glass products are not allowed.

Any reservations canceled due to weather, or mechanical problems of the pool can be re-scheduled or a refund will be offered. Any re-scheduling must be made based on our existing party schedule.

For more information or questions please call the pool at 301-866-6560 or visit the pool at 21100 Great Mills, Rd (Next to great Mills high School).