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
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, Thursday, Friday 12:00-1:00 p.m.
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Aqua Aerobics
- Tuesdays & Thursdays June 27- August 4 at 5:15-5:45 p.m.
Tot Time
- July 31
9:30-10:30am
Infants & toddlers can explore the zero-depth area with parents before the pool opens!
Parents & kids ages 4 or under
FREE for members or
$2.00/child & parents FREE
Holiday Hours
July 4 | Open 1:00-5:00 p.m.
August Hours
Back to School Hours:
Wednesday, August 23: 4pm - 7pm
Thursday, August 24: 4pm - 7pm
Friday, August 25: Closed
Saturday, August 26: 1pm - 6pm
Sunday, August 27: 1:30pm - 5pm
Monday, August 28: 4pm - 7pm
Tuesday, August 29: 4pm - 7pm
Wednesday, August 30: 4pm - 7pm
Thursday, August 31: 4pm - 6pm
Friday, September 1: TBD
August Lap Swim
August 1-18 weekdays | 12:00-1:00pm
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.
*If the pool has low attendance or low staffing, parts of the pool may be temporarily closed.
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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
*Everyone pays to enter the pool area
*Season passes may be purchased online at https://rockvalley.activityreg...
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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, coolers, gum, tobacco, alcohol, or glass containers of any kind.
Children 6 and under must have supervision aged 15 or older in the pool area.
The use of lifejackets is only allowed in designated areas (not allowed in the deep end or on the slides) & and adult must be within arms while swimming. No flotation devices or water wings.
Amenities
Red Cross trained aquatic staff
Restrooms with showers and changing area
Lockers available free to use.
Park with shade, picnic tables, and grills located next to the pool
Chairs and shaded area available on site.
Concession stands & shaded designated food area available inside.
*The Rock Valley Pool is not available for lost or stolen items.
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The Rock Valley Pool Aquarobics exercise class begins on June 27. Experience the benefits of regular land exercise and wonderous benefits of working out in the water:
- Water supports the body, : 5$putting less stress on your joints
- Working out in water helps build strength. Fighting against the push of the water activates your muscles
- Water pressure puts less strain on the heart by moving blood around the body
- The impact of gravity is less in the water allowing a greater range of motion
- Working out in water helps prevent overheating, helping you exercise for longer
- And... it's fun! It's not often you can say that about a workout!
No swimming experience required. Attend all or only the classes that fit in your schedule.
Cost:
Pool pass members: $30
Adult 10-session class pass: $40
Senior (60+) 10-session class pass: $35
Day pass: $5/adult or $4/senior (60+)
*No class on July 4.
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