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Heman Park Swimming Pool

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1. Is Heman Park Swimming Pool available for rentals?

Yes, for private events after regular hours of operation.

2. How do I go about renting out the pool?

Contact Tom McCarthy at 314-505-8612 or tmccarthy@ucitymo.org, he will be happy to assist you with our pool rental procedures.

3. What are the hours of operation for Heman Park Swimming Pool?

For the 2010 season, the Pool hours are as follows:
May 29 - September 6
6:00 - 8:00 am Lap Swimming - Weekdays
7:00 - 9:00 am Lap Swimming - Weekends/Holidays

May 29 - August 15
Public Swim: Noon - 8:00 pm
Weekdays, Weekends and Holidays

August 16 - September 6
Public Swim:
Weekdays: 4:00-8:00 pm
Weekends/Holiday: Noon - 8:00 pm

Please contact Centennial Commons (314-505-8625) for additional information.

4. Is there an indoor pool available?

There is no indoor pool at Centennial
Commons. An indoor pool is available for lap and open swimming at the University City Natatorium, located at 7420 Shaftesbury (adjacent to University City High School).

5. What are the hours of operation for the University City Natatorium?

The hours of operation at the Natatorium are as follow:
Public Swimming at the Natatorium is available throughout the school year.
Lap Swim: Mon/Wed/Fri 6:00 - 7:00 am
Public/Open Swim: Tues/Thur/Fri 7:30 -9:00 pm and Sat noon - 2:00 pm.

Based on University City School District calendar, swimming sessions will not be available on several dates when school is not in session. Please refer to the current Parks Recreation Guide for specific dates. In case of inclement weather or emergency situations, swimming session cancellations will be posted at the Natatorium entrance.
For admission and additional information: contact Centennial Commons, 505.8625

6. What do I need to use the Natatorium?

Admission to the Natatorium is limited to individuals with Centennial Commons memberships (residents and nonresidents), or University City residents with a Daily Visit Pass or combined Swim Pass. All passes and memberships may be purchased at Centennial Commons, 7210 Olive Blvd.

7. Do you offer swim lessons?

Yes, swim lessons as well as private swim lessons are available during the summer at Heman Park Swimming Pool. A complete listing of swim lessons, activities and programs are available in our annual summer brochure or on our web site.

8. Can Non-Residents use Heman Park Swimming Pool?

Non-residents may use the Heman Park Pool two(2) ways: they can become a Centennial Commons member which gives full access to Heman Pool, or they may come as the guest of a University City resident with a current University City ID card or Centennial Commons membership. Guest fee: $6 (regardless of age).

9. What about out-of-town visitors?

Discount guest cards are available for residents to purchase for out-of-town visitors who are here for extended periods. For 10 guest visits, the cost is $56. Resident must accompany the nonresident. contact Centennial Commons (314-505-8625) for more information.

10. If I am not going to swim, do I still have to pay to come into the pool?

Yes, you must pay to enter the Heman Park Swimming Pool facility.