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Meadows Park Pool

Meadows Park Pool
1300 NW 8th Street
Boca Raton, Fl  33486
Phone: (561) 393-7851
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Mantas Mantas Recreational Swim Team
Regular Hours (Fall, Winter and Spring)
Monday.............. 10:00am - 5:45pm
Tues - Fri........... 10:00am – 7:00pm
Saturday............ 10:00am – 5:45pm
Sunday.............. 12:00pm – 5:45pm
Summer Hours* 
Mon - Fri............. 8:00am – 6:45pm
Saturday........... 10:00am – 7:45pm
Sunday............... 12:00pm – 7:45pm

Closed the first Monday of the month for super chlorination.  In the month of September, super chlorination is moved to the second Monday.
Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 25th, and January 1st.

* Summer hours are effective the first Tuesday in June thru the second Friday in August
* The pool opens late on one Saturday in June for a home swim meet.  Spectators are welcome.

Meadows Park Pool offers the following features to all members and visitors

  • Newly Resurfaced Diamondbrite Finish
  • 8 lanes
  • 25 yards X 25 meters
  • 3’6” Shallow end   14’ Dive well
  • Two one meter diving boards
  • Climate controlled locker rooms with  shower and changing area
  • Coin operated lockers (meets ADA  guidelines)
  • Heat pumps for seasonal warming and  cooling
  • Tables, chairs, umbrellas and shade awnings.
  • Covered picnic tables with 2 charcoal grills.
  • Portable Aquatic Lift (PAL) provides a 300-pound lifting capacity (meets ADA guidelines)
  • Deck Lighting for evening swimming
The highly-qualified staff is certified through American Red Cross in Lifeguarding/First Aid, CPR/AED for the professional rescuer, Water Safety Instruction (WSI), and Administering Emergency Oxygen (O2). A Special Needs Certification is also held by swim lesson instructors.

DAILY RATES RESIDENTS NON-RESIDENTS
Children $2.00 $5.00
Adults $4.00 $10.00
Dual Memberships (valid at both Meadows Park Pool & the Swim Center):
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIPS (Oct 1st, 2010 – Sept 30th, 2011)
Children $35.00 $80.00
Adults $110.00 $270.00
Couples $140.00 $340.00
Family $162.00 $400.00
SEMI-ANNUAL MEMBERSHIPS (April 1st, 2011 – Sept 30th, 2011)
Children $17.00 $45.00
Adults $64.00 $150.00
Couples $81.00 $190.00
Family $93.00 $225.00
MONTHLY MEMBERSHIPS (valid for one month from date of purchase)
Children $10.00 $20.00
Adults $15.00 $30.00
Couples $20.00 $40.00
Family $25.00 $50.00

Lessons

Registration is now open for all 2012 swim lessons. Patrons may register in person or over the phone at either facility. If you are unsure of what level of swim lessons your child should be in, call the pool office and set up a water assessment evaluation. Proof of residency (current Driver’s License or Voter’s Registration Card) is required to receive the resident rate. Classes are not made up due to thunder or lightning.   Move your cursor over each level for more information.

  • Cost per session: $60.00 for Residents
                                      $75.00 for Non-Residents

For dates and times of lessons, select either pool below:

Meadows Park Pool

Each session includes 8 classes.  Classes are on Saturday mornings for 8 weeks (8 classes) and Wednesday & Friday afternoons for 4 weeks (8 classes)

2012 DATES:
Saturday Mornings
(8 weeks / 8 classes)
  • March 10 – April 28
  • May 5 – June 23
  • July 7 – August 25
  • September 1 – October 20
Wednesdays & Fridays Afternoons
(4 weeks / 8 classes)
  • March 7 – 30
  • April 4 – 27
  • May 2 – 25
  • June 6 – 29
  • July 4 – 27
  • August 8 – 31
  • September 5 – 28
  • October 3 – 26
TIMES:
Saturdays:
Level Time
Parent & Child 10:00 – 10:30am
Preschool – Level 1 10:00 – 10:30am
Preschool – Level 2 11:00 – 11:30am
Level 1 11:00 – 11:45am
Level 2 12:00 – 12:45pm
Level 3 12:00 – 12:45pm
Level 4  1:00  –   1:45pm
Level 5  1:00  –   1:45pm
Adult  2:00  –   2:45pm
Wednesdays & Fridays:
Level Time
Parent & Child  3:00  –   3:30pm
Preschool – Level 1  3:00  –   3:30pm
Level 1  4:00  –   4:45pm
Level 2  4:00  –   4:45pm
American Red Cross Classes

LIFEGUARDING / FIRST-AID:
This course will prepare the participant to recognize and cope effectively with the challenges that face lifeguards today.  First Aid, CPR, textbooks and pocket mask are included in.  Candidates must pass the preliminary swim test of 300 yards. Call the pool office to register.

  • Class size:  3 - 10
  • Dates:   Please contact Meadows Park Pool for a current schedule
  • Cost: $350

AMERICAN RED CROSS CHALLENGES:

  • Lifeguarding/First-Aid or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
  • Cost: Residents $65.00
               Non-Residents $80.00
  • Please contact either pool to schedule a challenge.
Special Events


SPRING EGG DIVE:
Free Event!
Friday, March 29, 2012 at 10:30 am
For children ages 5-13 years old
Children search for pennies on the bottom of the pool and turn them in for plastic eggs filled with toys.  If they find a specially-marked penny, they receive a special prize.  All children receive an egg for participating. Free pizza and a drink! Raffles held throughout the event.

MONSTER MASH:
Free Event!
Saturday, October 27th, 2012 from 11:00am - 1:00pm
For ages 6 and up
Come in costume, bring a swim suit, or both. Activities will be held both in and out of the water. Trick-or-treating, bounce house, face painting, popcorn, and more.


Adaptive Aquatics

SWIM LESSONS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
Adaptive Aquatics is a one-on-one swim program for children and adults with special needs. This program is designed to help teach participants how to become more comfortable in the water while learning essential swimming techniques in a fun environment.  Each session consists of eight 30-minutes lessons, to be scheduled once per week for eight weeks.  This program is available at both pools.

  • Cost per session:  $65.00 for Residents
                                       $81.25 for Non-Residents
Deep Water Fitness

Deep water classes provide an opportunity to receive a cardiovascular workout without impact on the joints.  When suspended up to the chest in water, 75% - 90% of the body weight is cancelled.  Water buoyancy supports your weight and moving through the water provides resistance, which in turn strengthens the muscles.  This program is held at Meadows Park Pool.

  • Days: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays (class will be held at the Swim Center on the first Monday of each month)
  • Time:  10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Cost (per month): Residents $65.00
                                      Non-Residents $81.25
Video Swim Program

For those who dare to watch their own swimming technique, staff will film, edit, and format patrons’ swimming onto a DVD.  In addition to the DVD, stroke analysis will be provided by a qualified staff member.  This program is available at both pools.

  • Cost for 1st Video:  $30 for Residents
                                        $37.50 for Non-residents
  • Additional Videos:   $20 for Residents
                                        $25 for Non-residents
Masters

Enjoy the physical and social benefits of friendly competition.  Various levels of workouts provided at every practice.  Program is for ages 19 and older. This program is held at Meadows Park Pool.

  • Days: Mon, Wed, & Fri
  • Cost per quarter:  Residents: $90.00  
                                      Non-residents: $112.50
    • Quarter 1: Oct, Nov, & Dec
    • Quarter 2: Jan, Feb, Mar
    • Quarter 3: Apr, May, June
    • Quarter 4: July, Aug, & Sept
  • Insurance: $42 per year
  • Please visit U.S. Masters Swimming for more information

Patrons must select either morning or evening times, but not a combination of both.

MORNING MASTERS: 5:30 AM - 7:00 AM
EVENING MASTERS: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

BiathlonRaces

SPLASH & DASH - Saturday, Saturday, May 18, 2012 at the Swim Center - Swim and Run for Kids Ages 5 – 12
Followed by Open Swimming including the Giant See Saw! Races begin at 11:00am

  • 5 & 6 year olds: 25 yard swim & 200 yard run
  • 7 & 8 year-olds: 50 yard swim & 300 yard run
  • 9 & 10 year-olds: 100 yard swim & 400 yard run
  • 11 & 12 year-olds: 150 yard swim & 500 yard run
  • Cost:  $12.00 for Residents, $15.00 for Non-Residents

BIATHLON 2011 was held Saturday, December 8, 2012 at Meadows Park Pool - 1000-Yard Swim and 5K Run

 


Swim Teams

MANTAS RECREATIONAL SWIM TEAM (May, June & July)
For children ages 5 to 17 who are able to swim 25 yards of crawl stroke and are comfortable in the water. This program is held at Meadows Park Pool.

  • Days: Monday thru Friday
  • Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Cost for the Summer:  Residents $150.00
                                              Non-Residents $187.50

>> Mantas 2012 Booklet
>> Application

AGE GROUP FITNESS SWIM TEAM (August thru April)
For children ages 7 to 14 who are able to swim 25 yards of crawl stroke and are comfortable in the water. This program is held at Meadows Park Pool.

  • Days: Tue & Thur, beginning in August
  • Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Cost per month:  Residents $65.00
                                    Non-Residents $81.25