Clara R. McKenna Aquatic Center

06/12/2026

The Reality Check: Drowning doesn’t always look like it does on TV. There isn’t always splashing or yelling for help. It can be completely silent, and it can happen in less than 30 seconds [ndpa.org]

For children ages 5-14, drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death. But there is a powerful way to protect them.

The Good News: Formal swimming lessons reduce the risk of drowning in young children by 88%. Learning to swim is not just a fun summer activity—it is a life-saving layer of protection you can’t take off.

In our lessons, your child learns critical water competency skills:

•The “Jump, Turn, Swim” method to safely return to the pool edge if they fall in.
•Breath control to prevent panic under water.
•Back floating to rest and buy critical time for a rescue.

With summer already here, water safety can’t wait. Equip your child with the skills that could save their life.

06/12/2026

Don’t let arthritis hold you back! Come join us as we improve mobility, reduce stiffness, and enjoy the benefits of gentle water exercise.

06/08/2026

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Most parents think swim lessons are just about preventing drowning. But research shows toddlers who start swimming early get 88% drowning protection PLUS something unexpected: enhanced brain development. Every stroke and kick creates cross-lateral movement that forces both sides of the brain to work together, literally wiring neural pathways for reading, focus, emotional control, and language skills.

When your child moves through water, they're doing more than learning to float. They're developing better balance, quicker problem-solving abilities, and stronger motor skills than kids who don't swim. The resistance of water challenges their body awareness and posture while building core strength. Studies consistently show early swimmers outperform their peers in cognitive tasks that require bilateral brain coordination.

Here's the hidden gem: floating and breath control naturally teach emotional regulation. When toddlers learn to stay calm in water and control their breathing, they're building real-world skills for handling stress and trying again when things get tough. Early swim lessons leverage your child's natural brain plasticity and lower fear levels, making skill acquisition easier and more confident. You're not just enrolling them in another activity - you're investing in their safety, cognitive development, and emotional resilience all at once.

06/05/2026

🚧 Parking Lot Notice 🚧

As many of you have noticed, construction work is underway around our building as preparations continue for the new elementary school. Our parking lot has been dug up, and the surface may be uneven in some areas.

Members are still welcome to park in our parking lot, we do ask that everyone use extra caution when entering and exiting their vehicles.

If you use a walker, cane, wheelchair, or have mobility concerns, please be especially careful, as some areas may be more difficult to navigate due to the construction.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as these improvements are being completed. Thank you for helping us keep everyone safe during this construction period!

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us.

04/22/2026

As we approach the end of the school year, we begin receiving annual reservations from school groups at the Aquatic Center. Because of this, there will be ongoing changes to the schedule. We kindly ask that you check the schedule prior to visiting to stay up to date with any adjustments.

At this time, please note the following important dates:

April 30th: Both the activity and competition pools will close to the community at 9:00 AM for a group arriving at 9:30 AM and will reopen at 3:45 PM.

May 26th: Both pools will close to the community at 9:00 AM for a school group at 9:30 AM and will reopen at 3:45 PM.

May 27th: Both pools will close to the community at 8:00 AM for a school group at 8:30 AM and will reopen at 3:45 PM.

May 29th: Both pools will close to the community at 8:30 AM for a school group at 9:00 AM and will reopen at 3:45 PM.

We will continue to communicate any additional changes as new reservations are made.

04/20/2026

Come join us for open swim today from 3:45-6:45pm

04/17/2026

🚨 Weather Closure Notice 🚨

Due to current weather conditions, we will be closing early today, April 17th at 5:00 PM for the safety of our members and staff.

We appreciate your understanding and encourage everyone to stay safe.

Thank you!

04/01/2026

🚨 Aquatic Center Closed Thursday 🚨

Due to expected weather conditions, the Aquatic Center will be closed on Thursday, April 2nd.

Please also keep in mind our upcoming holiday closures:
• Friday, April 3rd – Closed for Good Friday
• Sunday, April 5th – Closed for Easter

We appreciate your understanding and hope everyone stays safe! ❄️

03/16/2026

Heads up, folks — if this post feels familiar, it’s because it is.

The Aquatic Center will be CLOSED again tomorrow, Tuesday, March 17th. Mother Nature clearly wanted a trilogy.

We’re sorry for the inconvenience — for those in swim lessons we’ll post makeup-dates as soon as we can.

Thanks for your patience, and please stay safe.