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Aquatics

From early-morning Masters Swim workouts to water polo and synchronized swimming club practices at night, the Boston University Aquatic Center overflows with activity. The center offers classes including scuba, aqua aerobics, diving and all levels of swimming, as well as a comprehensive program of American Red Cross certification courses in Lifeguard Training and Water Safety. Both the Competition Pool and Recreation Pool are also open for drop-in lap swimming and recreational use during specified times.

The Aquatic Center features two pools:

Competition Pool The Competition Pool is a 10-lane by 16-lane pool with the ability to change from meters to yards using a movable bulkhead. The depth slopes from 7 feet to 13.5 feet, appropriate for water polo, synchronized swimming, and diving. Water temperature is kept at 80°F.

Recreation Pool The Recreation Pool has many features for working out, playing, and relaxing such as a lazy river, 15-person hot tub, shallow water aerobics classes, or the option to play water basketball with friends. This smaller pool also features three 20-yard lanes, a zero depth ramp for wheelchairs, slopes from three feet to five feet in depth, and is kept at a temperature of 86°F.

Youth Water Polo Class

New Youth Water Polo Class

Learn the basics of water polo.

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Masters Swim

Masters Swim

The Masters Swim program provides early-morning swim workouts for competitors, as well as triathletes and fitness swimmers.

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Water Workout

Water Workout Class

A medium to high intensity workout to increase cardiovascular fitness and strengthening.

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