Prairie Lakes Aquatic Center
515 E. Thacker Street • Main entrance is on
the South-West side of the Prairie Lakes Complex.
—Hours—
Monday–Thursday, 5:30a–9:30p
Friday, 5:30a–7:00p
Saturday, 7:00a–7:00p
Sunday, 8:00a–7:00p
Please scroll down for specific information/hours for the Lap Lanes, Public Swim, Wellness Pool, and Splash Pad.
Special Hours:
* Schedules and Reservations can be found HERE
During regular operations, no reservations are needed for the lap pool, wellness pool, or splash pad. Pool reservations are required only for the Wellness Pool during times of limited capacity due to programming.
The Wellness Pool (including the seating area) will be closed:
- Saturdays from 12:30PM-to 2:15PM due to programming
- Mondays from 8:30AM-9:15AM due to programming
- Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 7PM-8PM due to programming
The Lap Pool will be closed:
- Mondays and Wednesdays from 6PM- 7PM due to programming
- Saturdays from 7AM-8AM due to programming
The Splashpad will be closed:
- Saturdays and Sundays from 10AM-11PM and 4PM-5PM for private parties
“Wellness Pool (seating area)“ limits swimmers to the seating area of the pool (right of stairs). This is done during Swim School times as the open area in the wellness pool is used for lessons.
Multiple Sign-Ups: When signing up for more than one slot at the same time, include the names of all swimmers to ensure the reservations.
Cancellations: If you know ahead of time, please cancel your SignUp online to allow for other swimmers to book additional times. You can also call the front desk at 847-390-4949 to cancel your SignUp. Swimmers with multiple no-call-no-shows will be subject to a reservation penalty.
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— Lap Swim —
Monday–Thursday, 5:30a–9:30p
Friday, 5:30a–7:00p
Saturday, 7:00a–7:00p
Sunday, 8:00a–7:00p
— Wellness Pool —
Monday–Thursday, 5:30a–9:30p
Friday, 5:30a–7:00p
*Saturday, 7:00a–9:00a and 2:00p–7:00p
Sunday: 8:00a–7:00p
There is limited open space in the Wellness Pool during evening Swim School.
Wellness Pool Guidelines
— Public Swim —
Friday, 5:00–7:00p
Saturday, 1:00–7:00p
Sunday, noon–7:00p
Public swim hours may differ when there is a private party or rental booked.
— Splash Pad —
Monday–Thursday, 9:00a–8:00p
Friday, 9:00a–7:00p
Saturday & Sunday , 9:00a–7:00p
The Splash Pad is closed to the public when there is a private party or rental booked.
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Fitness and Aquatics Membership information is HERE
Download a PDF of the Fitness and Aquatic Center Membership Form
Prairie Lakes Aquatic Center
— FEATURES —
• 8-lane, 25-yard competition & lap pool Prairie Lakes Aquatic Center
Along with daily lap swimming and the new year-round Swim School, this pool will host local and regional swim competitions. During designated times and special events, we offer water polo, basketball and Wibit water play equipment for all to enjoy.
This is new home of the park district’s award-winning Warriors Swim Team.
• Wellness Pool
A warm water pool, with a 3-1/2–4 foot depth, designed especially for aqua exercise classes including aqua cycling, water walking, Aqua Zumba, Deep Stretch Yoga, and a variety of others that are offered year-round. See the current Spectrum Program & Events Guide for details. Built-in benches and water jets, in a separate seating area, provide an additional way for adults to relax.
• Splash Pad for kids ages 2–12
Open daily. Beautifully designed, big & bright, the Splash Pad is full of fun slides, sprays, and touch activated water activities. Note that there are no lifeguards or park district staff on duty is the Splash Pad area. Children must be supervised by an adult at all times.
The Splash Pad can be booked as a special attraction for events in the Party Room. Parties and meetings held in that room also include access to the outdoor patio area.
• Locker rooms and family changing rooms
There are separate men’s and women’s facilities and six Family Changing Rooms for adults with young children. Children over the ager of 6 should use the gender appropriate locker room. Lockers are free to use, but you must provide your own lock. Locks are available for purchase at the Aquatic Center front desk.
• Parking is always free. Use the Community Center lot on Thacker Street or the Aquatic Center Main Entrance lot on the southwest side of the building. Map and directions
Prairie Lakes Aquatic Center