The SRF lap lanes will be closed Sat & Sun May 10/11, June 14/15, July 12/13. We apologize for the inconvenience.

 

The purpose of UIC Campus Recreation aquatic facilities is to enhance the educational and recreational experience of the UIC community.   

The Student Recreation Facility and the Sport & Fitness Center provide the opportunity for lap and recreational swimming. Both aquatic facilities are fully accessible and ADA compliant.

 

 

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Sport & Fitness Center
828 S. Wolcott Avenue
(312)413-5260 Main
(312)413-5267 Pool

Swimming Pool	Academic Sessions	Summer & Breaks
Monday – Friday	6:00 AM – 8:00 PM	6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday	12:00 PM – 8:00 PM	12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

 

Student Recreation Facility
737 S. Halsted Street
(312)413-5150 Main
(312)413-5161 Pool

Swimming Pool	Academic Sessions	Summer & Breaks
Monday – Thursday	6:00 AM – 10:00 PM	6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday	6:00 AM – 8:00 PM	6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday	9:00 AM – 8:00 PM	10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday	11:00 AM – 10:00 PM	12:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Pool hours of operation are subject to change due to special events and/or pool rentals.

 

 

Lap Swim

If you are age 16 or older and want a full-body workout, visit our lanes for lap swimming during designated times. Lap lanes are reserved during peak hours for lap swimming exclusively, except during special events and/or pool rentals.

Peak Lap lane hours: 6:00 AM – 8:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

 

 

Learn-to-Swim

Everyone from tots to adults can learn to swim at UIC Campus Recreation.  Our full complement of Learn to Swim classes is perfect for participants of all ages who want to become comfortable in the water.  Instruction is lead by a certified Water Safety Instructor. Class is taught according to American Red Cross Learn to Swim curriculum. For safety purposes, all spectators must observe classes from the Aqua Suite.

 

 

Registration

Registration for all UIC Campus Recreation Learn-to-Swim classes must be completed in person at the Student Recreation Facility – ONLY! Contact Ed Barrios, Aquatics Coordinator (312)413-5161 for class placement and registration.

 

 

Fees (Private Swim Lessons)

Students/SRF-SFC Members	$155.00	Adults = 8 (1 hour) lessons
Non-Members	$197.00	Adults = 8 (1 hour) lessons
Children (under 18)	$98.50	Child = 8 (1/2 hour) lessons

Class Makeup Policy

Participants requesting to cancel a lesson must notify the Aquatics Coordinator at least 24 hours in advance otherwise the lesson will be forfeited.  Lesson makeup is based on the Instructor’s availability and is permitted if absence is due to illness or if scheduled lesson is cancelled. 

 

 

Private Swim Lessons

Often, the most effective way to learn to swim is by enlisting the help of a private instructor.  UIC Campus Recreation offers private swimming lessons for participants of all ages.  Swimmers receive personalized instruction based on their needs and current swim abilities.

 

 

Parent & Tot Water Orientation (Ages 6 months – 3 years)

Help your babies and toddlers develop swimming readiness and become comfortable in the water.  Children must be at least 6 months old by the start date of the class to enroll.  One parent or caregiver must accompany each child in the water.  Children who are not toilet-trained must wear a swim diaper and tight-fitting plastic pants over diaper (NO disposable or cloth diapers).  8 (45 minutes) lessons.

 

 

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training (Ages 16 & Up)

This class will teach Lifeguard candidates the skills and knowledge needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies.  The course content and activities prepare candidates to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and prevent drownings and injuries.  All participants must meet the following prerequisites prior registering;

• Must be at least 15 years-old by the first day of class
• Swim 300 yards continuously using the following: 100 yards front crawl, 100 yards breast stroke, and 100 yards front crawl or breast stroke
• Swim 20 yards using front crawl or breast stroke, surface dive to a depth of 10 feet, retrieve a 10-pound object, return to the surface and swim 20 yards back to the starting point with the object (under 100 seconds)

Those who complete the class and pass the final written and practical exam (28.5 hours) will receive the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and First Aid certification, the CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification and the AED for the Professional Rescuer certification.  Cost including materials $245.00.

 

 

Pool Party Rentals

The Student Recreation Facility Aquatics Center is available for private rental to all recognized UIC groups including: fraternities, sororities, residence halls, and student organizations.  For more information on availability, rental rates, and facility requests, please contact Ed Barrios, Aquatics Coordinator at (312)413-5161.