Register for Swimming Lessons
Group swimming lesson registration will open on Wednesday, April 19 at noon. Private lesson sign up will be available on May, 4. Swimming lesson questions may be directed to Alyssa at rvpool@cityofrockvalley.com.
Swimming Pool
New Pool Progress
The new pool is set to open on June 5, 2023! Check out the progress on our new pool! Pool passes will be available at the City Office soon.
Open Swim Hours
- Monday-Friday 1:00-5:00 p.m. & 6:00-8:00 p.m.
- Saturday 1:00-6:00 p.m.
- Sunday 1:30-5:00 p.m.
Lap Swim & Water Walking
- Monday-Friday 12:00-1:00 p.m. & 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Aqua Aerobics
- Monday & Wednesday 5:15-5:45 p.m.
- Friday 12-12:30 p.m.
Tot Time
- TBD
Holiday Hours
July 4
Open 1:30-5:00 p.m. & July 5 1:00-5:00 p.m.
*no lessons or lap swim
In case of inclement weather or pool maintenance, please visit the City of Rock Valley's Facebook page, or listen to KSOU 93.9FM or call the pool before arriving.
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General Admissions
- Adult (18 & over) $5.00
- Senior (60 & over) $4.00
- Youth (3-17 years) $4.00
- Infant/Toddler (2 & under) $1.00 with paid adult
Season Passes
- Family (immediate family living under the same roof through college age) $120.00
- Family Plus (immediate family plus babysitter) $140.00
- Individual $70.00
Swim Lessons
- Group lessons $25.00
- Private lessons $100.00
- Semi-private lessons 190.00
*Ages 3 & under are FREE & must be accompanied by a paid adult
*Everyone pays to enter the pool area
*Season passes may be purchased opening day starting at 1:00 p.m. or anytime during regular pool hours.
*Early-Bird Season passes may be purchased at the City Office prior to opening day. Passes will be available at the pool after opening day.
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Please read the pool rules before entering the pool. Rules are posted around the pool area.
Rules
Swimmers must swim to the nearest ladder to exit the diving area and may be required to perform a swim test before using the diving boards.
Non-trained toilet children or incontinent adults are allowed to use the pool when wearing a close-fitting diaper with a plastic covering that has elastic waist & legs, or a swim diaper (available for purchase at the front desk).
For the health and safety of all patrons, please use the restrooms for diaper changing at the diaper stations located in the restrooms and wash hands with soap and water following all visits to the restroom.
Swimmers must be attired in swimsuits, which must have linings and adequate coverage. Compression shorts may be worn under swimsuits, but no other undergarments may be worn in the water per health and safety guidelines.
Footwear may not be worn in swimming or wading areas.
Roughness, running, pushing others, dunking, splashing, snapping of towels, hanging on the separation/lane rope that divides the aquatic facility, and any other roughhousing actions are not permitted.
Spitting or blowing of the nose in the aquatic facility is not permitted.
Protect our water. If you have or have had diarrhea in the past two weeks, please do not use the aquatic facility.
Personal items not allowed in the pool area: Outside food items, gum, tobacco, alcohol, or glass containers of any
Children 6 and under must have supervision aged 15 or older in the pool area.
The use of flotation devices or lifejackets only allowed for designated special occasions. Times/Dates TBD.
Amenities
Red Cross trained aquatic staff
Restrooms with showers and changing area
Lockers available upon request
Park with shade, picnic tables, and grills located next to the pool
Swimming Lessons
Using the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety program, the Rock Valley pool swimming lessons combine the best in swim instruction with a strong emphasis on drowning prevention and water safety.
Lessons are available to all ages and skill levels to encourage habits for a lifetime of healthy and safe recreation. Please contact us to get started.
Use the button below to register for lessons or view the 2023 schedule.
Work at the Pool
Looking for a fun and sunny summer job in Rock Valley? Consider joining the public swimming pool team! We are currently accepting applications for a variety of positions, including lifeguards, swim instructors, aides, and more. Applications for the 2023 season are due on March 20.
Starting rate for lifeguards is $13 an hour.
Starting rate for Water Safety Instructors is $16 an hour.
To apply, return a completed application to our address:
City of Rock Valley
Attn. Swimming Pool
1303 10th Street PO Box 100
Rock Valley, Iowa 51247
Applications are available for download below. Feel free to email us with any employment questions: rvpool@cityofrockvalley.com
2023 Lifeguard Training Courses
Interested in being a lifeguard? Here are some available training for 2023. The Rock Valley Pool will host local training at the completion of the pool in 2023.
Please note that the Sioux Center training course also offers a WSI training course, which allows the lifeguard to teach public and private swimming lessons.
Water Safety Instructor Training allows life guards to also teach public and private swimming lessons. Training dates are March 13, 16, 21, 23, and 27 from 6-10pm. Training includes +7 hours online training and life guards must be 16 years old or older. The cost is $200 and training will take place at the All Seasons Center.
2023 Sioux Center Training Course & WSI Course