Sam Baker Aquatics Complex
The Destination for Summer FunThe Sam Baker Aquatics complex at the JCC features an expansive Outdoor Pool with six lap lanes, new facilities, a dedicated birthday party space, zero-depth entry, and two water slides.
Pool Schedules
Schedules apply to Outdoor Pool, Deck, and Amenities for Summer 2026.
Daily Schedule
Effective Upon Outdoor Pool Opening (DATE TBA)
Monday-Thursday
- 7am-9am: Lap Pool only
- 9am-12pm: Deck access only (Camp & ECLC Programming)
- 12pm-8:30pm: Leisure pool, Lap pool & Slides available
Friday
- 7am-9am: Lap pool only
- 9am-12pm: Deck access only (Camp & ECLC Programming)
- 12pm-8pm: Leisure pool, Lap pool & Slides available
Saturday & Sunday
- 11am-12pm: Leisure and Lap pools open
- 12pm-8pm: Leisure pool, Lap pool & Slides available
Holiday Hours
July 3rd – Friday, July 3rd
- 7am-10am: Lap Pool only
- 10am-11am: Leisure and Lap pools open
- 11am-6pm: Leisure pool, Lap pool & Slides available
Independence Day – Saturday, July 4th
- 11am-8pm: Leisure pool, Lap pool & Slides available
Labor Day – Monday, September 7th
- 8am-10am: Lap Pool only
- 10am-11am: Leisure and Lap pools open
- 11am-6pm: Leisure pool, Lap pool & Slides
Amenities Schedule: Monday - Friday
7am-9am
Leisure side: Closed; ADA ramp is accessible to access lap pool
Lap pool: 4 lap lanes and 2 lanes of open swim
Waterslide: Closed
Pool Deck: Available to members for lounging
9am-12pm
Leisure pool: Closed; Reserved for ECLC and Camp programming
Lap pool: Closed; Reserved for Camp programming
Waterslide: Closed
Pool Deck: Available to members for lounging
12pm-2pm
Leisure pool: Fully open to members; all features turned
Lap pool: 4 lanes of open swim; no lap swimming available
Waterslide: Open for member use
2pm to close:
Leisure pool: Fully open to members
Lap pool: Fully open to members; 4 lanes of open swim space and 2 dedicated lap swimming lanes
Waterslide: Open for member use
Amenities Schedule: Saturday & Sunday
11am-12pm
Leisure pool: Fully open to members
Lap pool: Fully open to members; 2 lanes of open swim space and 4 dedicated lap swimming lanes
Waterslide: Closed
12pm-close
Leisure pool: Fully open to members
Lap pool: Fully open to members; 4 lanes of open swim space and 2 dedicated lap swimming lanes
Waterslide: Open to members
Lap Lane Schedule
Summer 2026 Lap Lane Schedule Coming Soon
Snack Bar Menu & Hours
The Snack Bar is closed for the 2025 Season & will reopen Summer 2026.
Monday-Friday
11am – 9pm
Sunday
12 – 8pm
Hours are subject to change
Chicken Nuggets – $6.50
Egg Salad Sandwich – $5.50
Hamburger – $7.50
Hot Dog – $5.50
Tuna Salad Sandwich – $6.50
Veggie Burger – $6.50
Turkey / Chicken Shawarma Served with Israeli Salad, Cabbage Salad with Tahini sauce & pickles – $15.00
Greek salad – $13.00
House salad – $10.00
Veggie wrap – $10.00
Combo meals come with fries and a drink. $1 upcharge for Gatorade.
Chicken Nugget Combo – $12.00
Hot Dog Combo – $11.00
Hamburger Combo – $13.00
Veggie Burger Combo – $12.00
Tuna Salad Sandwich Combo – $11.00
Egg Salad Sandwich Combo – $11.00
Tuesday-
Traditional Moroccan couscous with vegetables – $12.00
Friday-
Challah schnitzel sandwich & matbucha and eggplant – $10.00
Birthday Parties at the Outdoor Pool
More information coming soon! To learn about additional birthday party packages, click here.
Pool & Slide Rules
Rules apply to all pool spaces in the JCC.
Pool Rules
Swim Diapers & Hygiene
- Non–potty-trained children must wear fitted swim diapers covered by a swimsuit.
- Parents should check diapers and take children to the restroom frequently.
- Proper swim attire should be worn by all swimmers.
Supervision Requirements
- Children under 5, or any child wearing a lifejacket, must have an adult within arm’s reach in the water.
Lifejackets & Flotation Devices
- Only USCG-approved lifejackets/vests are permitted.
- Not allowed: inflatable tubes, rings, rafts, or water wings.
Toys & Equipment
- Small fabric or water-designed toys are allowed.
- Not allowed: water guns or large toys.
- Pool noodles, kickboards, and leg buoys are reserved for adult fitness, lap swim, and JCC programs.
Pool Deck & Entry Areas
- No deck chairs, loungers, or personal furniture in the pool.
- No running into the water.
- The shaded pool area is reserved for children 3 and under.
- Do not plug or cover jets, bubblers, or water features.
- ADA ramps and stairs are for entering and exiting only—no playing, swimming, or storing equipment in these areas.
Rest Periods
- A 15-minute rest period begins at :45 of every hour.
- All swimmers under 18 must exit the water and cannot use waterslides.
- Use this time to hydrate, use the restroom, and reapply sunblock.
- Children 3 and under or individuals with special needs may enter only with an adult within arm’s reach.
Lap Lane Rules
Deep End Access – Green Wristband
- All swimmers under 15 must complete a deep-end test to receive a Green Wristband. Parent or Guardian must be present for the test.
- Passing results are recorded and remain on file until June 1 of the following year.
- For safety, lifeguards may retest swimmers at any time.
- Children under 15 must pass the test before using the lap lanes.
Lane Use & Sharing
- Lap lanes are primarily reserved for continuous lap swimming.
- Adults using the lap lanes for water fitness may be asked to move to the open swim area.
- Lane sharing is expected. When joining a lane with an active swimmer, communicate and agree to split or circle swim.
- Observe posted lane speeds when applicable (slow / medium / fast).
Equipment & Prohibited Items
- Adults may use water fitness equipment, including noodles, belts, and resistance tools.
- Not permitted: monofins, mermaid tails, or goggles/face masks with glass lenses.
- Snorkels are permitted only while swimming in lap lanes.
- Kickboards and pull buoys should be used for adult fitness training only. Children with deep end access may use this equipment in the lap lanes under the supervision of an adult.
Lifejackets & Supervision
- Children ages 5 and under must have an adult in the water within arms reach.
- Children ages 6-9 must have an adult on the physical deck; ages 9-12 must have an adult in the building.
- Anyone who requires a lifejacket is not permitted in the deep end or lap lanes.
- Children wearing lifejackets must remain in designated shallow areas and be within arm’s reach of an adult.
General Lap Pool Conduct
- No hanging on lane lines.
- No diving in shallow areas; diving allowed only where posted.
- Enter feet-first when joining an active lane to avoid collisions.
- Be aware of other swimmers and maintain proper spacing.
- Follow all lifeguard instructions at all times.
Slide Rules
- All riders must be at least 48” tall.
- Maximum rider weight is 300 pounds
- Water depth is shallow.
- Non-swimmers are not permitted.
- All riders must ride feet first while lying on their back with arms crossed across their chest. Do not go down the slide headfirst. Do not sit up while riding the slide.
- Riders must enter the slide in a sitting position and wait for instructions from the lifeguard stationed at the slide start tub.
- Do not propel yourself into the ride.
- Only one rider at a time. Absolutely no trains or chains of riders permitted.
- No running, standing, kneeling, rotating, tumbling, or stopping in the flume. Arms and hands must remain inside the flume at all times. Riders should remain in proper riding position until forward momentum is terminated. At no time should the rider attempt to stand up while on the slide or prior to coming to a complete stop in the splash out area.
- No tubes, mats, or life jackets are permitted on the water slide.
- No combs, or foreign objects allowed in pockets, and no jewelry can be worn while riding the slide. No cutoff jeans, or swim wear with exposed zippers, buckles, rivets or metal ornamentation; only approved swimsuits are allowed.
- The line should form on the deck with one rider on each landing and one rider in the starter tub. Wait until landing area is clear before entering.
- Riders must be in good health. Elderly persons, those suffering from heart disease, high blood pressure, epilepsy, or persons using prescription medications should consult their physician before using this slide. Individuals with medical conditions including, but not limited to, pregnancy, heart, or back problems should ride.
- Do not use this slide while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- No Diving from the slide.
- Leave the run-out area promptly after entering.
Green Band Deep End Test
DEEP-END SWIM TEST POLICY
The JCC is committed to implementing consistent prevention efforts to ensure that all members and guests who swim in our pools are safe. To that end, according to industry and insurance standards, all swimmers under the age of 15 wishing to swim in the deep end or use the diving boards will be tested to evaluate minimum swimming abilities, endurance, and breath control.
- Deep-End testing will be conducted during rest periods or at the availability of a Lifeguard/Supervisor not on surveillance duty.
- Parents or caregivers (18+) must be present when the test is conducted for their child. Parents and caregivers may not provide coaching to the swimmer during the swim test.
- A trained Lifeguard or Supervisor will administer the test and make a determination of the ability of the swimmer to pass each component of the test in a competent manner.
- Swimmers must pass each portion of the test in sequential order and without pause between each part. A GREEN WRISTBAND will be issued after they pass the test and must be visibly worn for their
entire visit. The swimmer should ask for a new band each time they visit the pool. - A passing test result is valid for 1-year; all test results are reset at the start of each Summer.
- Swimming abilities can change due to several factors. Any swimmer may be required to re-test on any given day if a Lifeguard or Supervisor deems it necessary for safety reasons.
- Children may only attempt the test once per day and are welcome to try again on their next visit to the JCC if they are unsuccessful in their attempt.
- The JCC runs a robust year-round American Red Cross Learn-To-Swim program. Enroll today to help your child work towards achieving water competency.
GREEN BAND Swim Test Criteria:
Part A – SWIM
Swimmers must enter the water in the shallow end, and swim ONE length of the pool. To pass this part, the swimmer must continuously be using the front crawl or breaststroke, with adequate breath control. Underwater swimming, “doggie paddling”, or backstroke are not permitted.The swimmer may not stop, touch the wall/lane line, or floor until this part of the test is complete.
Part B – JUMP & TREAD
Swimmers must jump into the deep end (fully submerging head), resurface, and effectively tread water using arms and legs for ONE minute. The swimmers must keep their face and mouth out of the water for the entire minute of treading.
Part C – EXIT INDEPENDENTLY
Swimmers must reorientate themselves to an exit point (ladder or side of pool) and exit independently without the help of a parent, care provider, or the testing staff member.