Aquatics
Decatur Parks & Recreation provides numerous aquatic options for the City of Decatur. The Aquadome which is an indoor pool, that is open year round. Carrie Matthews Pool, an outdoor pool, which operates seasonally. Point Mallard Aquatic Center, an outdoor waterpark that operates seasonally. One splash pad which is located at Delano Park, that also operates seasonally.
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Cameron Harris
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charris@decatur-al.gov
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256-341-4952
Aquadome Recreation Center Pool
The Aquadome Pool has a long lineage of providing fitness for adults and swimming lessons for those who are eager to learn. This pool is 25 yards in length and hosts 4 standard width swimming lanes. In conjunction with the 4 standard lanes, the pool also provides 2 larger lanes for more open range of motion. Main programs are focused towards adults of various skill and fitness levels, which provide improvement at your desired pace. The Aquadome Pool hosts swim team practices for the Decatur area. At a constant 84 degrees, the Aquadome provides recreational opportunities all year round!
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256-341-4953
Healthy Lifestyles
Healthy Lifestyles is our membership lap swimming program for those who are 18 years of age and up. This program is great for those who have basic to advanced swimming and would like to swim at their own pace.
For pricing and hours of operation, please call the Aquadome.
Water Aerobics
The Aquadome offers options for different types of water aerobics classes. Participants can expect water aerobics, as well as water walking and narcog aerobics. Both water aerobics courses are low impact guided classes that offer group therapy for any skill level of swimmer!
$10 a month covers entry into both classes!
For class hours, please contact the Aquadome.
Decatur Swim Team
The Decatur Swim Team practices year round for school leagues and/or private summer teams!
Therapeutics Swim Team
The therapeutics swim team hosts our Special Olympic swim athletes every Tuesday and Thursday in preparation for their big swim meet every year!
Swim Lessons
Swim lessons are offered on a seasonal basis! Private lessons, when offered, are $20 per 30 minute session, one session per day limit. Group lessons when offered are $60 for 8 sessions of 30 minute lessons with a max of 6 persons per group.
Infant Swim Rescue (ISR)
Infant Swim Rescue is offered for those from 6 months old to 6 years old, providing lessons for kids needing a start in water confidence!
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Leigh Pennick
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256-503-1323
Carrie Matthews Pool
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256-351-9276
Carrie Matthews Pool (hours and operation are seasonal). The pool was originally constructed in 1976 and underwent major renovations in 2006. This six-lane pool offers a zero-depth entry into a kid-friendly wading pool with water features. With a minimum depth of 3 feet and a maximum depth of 5 feet, Carrie Matthews Pool is sure to suit the needs of the whole family.
*Restrooms are located at the pool and will only be open when the pool is open.
Amenities
- Zero-depth entry
- Splash features
- Maximum depth - 5ft
- Bathhouse with showers
- Picnic tables
- Lifeguards on duty
