Alpena Plaza Pool

06/05/2026

Please note that the pool will close today, Friday June 5, at 1pm in observance of AHS Senior Experience Day. Congratulations to all the Seniors and let's make this a great night!
Congratulations to our lifeguards Ava & Drew!

06/04/2026

Do you wish to reserve our pool for a party or merely to utilize our facilities? We provide several options, including Open Swim rental, Private, Private Wibit AquaTrack, and Private Wibit KidsRun. For details on pricing and availability, please consult the attached flyer. We anticipate celebrating with you!

06/04/2026

The June group lessons will begin next Monday. If you are unable to participate in the June session, alternative sessions are available in July and August. One of our primary inquiries this year concerns grandparents bringing their visiting grandchildren. We are pleased to provide educational opportunities for them. If their visit does not coincide with a full session, please contact 989-884-7447 to arrange accommodations that suit everyone's needs. We also have private lessons available this summer, with the schedule starting June 15 attached.

06/03/2026

This summer at Alpena Plaza Pool promises to be exciting. Our official summer schedule commences on June 15, preceded by a Themed Open Swim event on Friday, June 12. A variety of activities are available for all, along with special summer discounts.

05/31/2026

2026 Price List. View our summer promotions.

05/31/2026

Schedule for June 1-7: We are nearing the end of the school year, with only two weeks remaining before our summer schedule commences.

The AHS ROV team will hold practice sessions on Tuesday and Thursday, which are private events.

Afternoon lap and private lessons will be available from 11am-1pm, Monday through Friday. Thursday evening lap and private lessons will take place from 5-6pm. To schedule a private lesson, please contact 989-884-7447. The cost is $30 for a 30-minute session.

Please note that we will be closed on Friday evening for the AHS Senior Experience Night and on Sunday for AHS Graduation.

Congratulations to Ava and Drew on their achievement! 🎓🎓

05/30/2026

🌊 OFFSHORE WINDS CAN TURN FUN INTO AN EMERGENCY IN SECONDS 🌊

One of the most important water safety lessons we teach in our Safety, Splash, Swim! program and swim lessons is the danger of offshore winds.

A calm day can quickly become dangerous when the wind starts pushing inflatables, rafts, and toys away from shore. Children can find themselves farther from land before they even realize what’s happening. It happens so fast that parents—and even lifeguards—may not be able to keep up.

🚨 If you are blown offshore on an inflatable:

✅ Stay with the inflatable.
✅ If you are wearing a life jacket, keep it on.
✅ Do NOT try to swim back to shore unless you are very close and confident you can safely make it.
✅ Wave and call for help.
✅ Remain calm and wait for assistance.

Many people assume they can simply swim back, but panic, waves, cold water, fatigue, and distance can quickly make that difficult.

The best prevention is simple:
✔️ Wear a properly fitted life jacket.
✔️ Avoid using inflatables in large bodies of water.
✔️ Pay attention to wind conditions.
✔️ Stay close to shore.

Water safety isn’t just about swimming—it’s about making smart decisions before an emergency happens.

Stay safe and enjoy the water responsibly this summer! 💙

05/29/2026

Please read this for weather statement this weekend May 30/31

5pm 5/29/2026 - Beautiful weather expected this weekend, though a bit chilly near Lake Huron with easterly winds on Saturday, where a moderate swim risk is expected for areas south of Alpena. Be aware that water temperatures are still very cold, and hypothermia could set in quickly, making the water dangerous regardless of swim risk.

05/29/2026

A drowning impacts far more than the victim’s family. When a water emergency becomes a recovery operation, it can involve the U.S. Coast Guard, local law enforcement, fire departments, dive teams, boats, aircraft, and countless hours of personnel time.

While no dollar amount can ever measure the value of a life, it’s a reminder that investing in water safety, swim lessons, life jackets, and prevention is always worth it.

As far as we can determine, there are no staffed lifeguard beaches along Michigan’s Lake Huron shoreline in our region. When visiting area beaches:

🏖️ Observe all warning flags and posted advisories.
🌊 Check weather and water conditions before entering the water.
🦺 Have children wear properly fitted life jackets near open water.
👶 Keep children age 6 and under within arm’s reach at all times.
⭕ Locate ring buoys and emergency equipment when you arrive.
🏊 Never swim alone, and avoid entering the water if conditions are beyond your abilities.

Water can change quickly on the Great Lakes. A few simple precautions can make all the difference.

Stay safe and enjoy Michigan’s beautiful shoreline this summer.

– Alpena Plaza Pool

05/28/2026

Updated- the pool should be around 78-80 degrees Saturday morning and climbing.