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Aquatics

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100% ID Check policy in effect.

Fort Carson Aquatics includes an outdoor pool and two indoor pools open for community fitness and fun. Each pool has a wide variety of amenities available to meet any patron's needs. Check out schedules and pricing below! 

Ellis Outdoor Pool

Facility is currently closed

 

Features:

✔ 50-yard lap/open swim pool
✔ Deck area for lounging
✔ Handicap lift
✔ Men's and women's locker rooms
✔ 1-meter diving board
✔ Water slide

Ivy Indoor Pool

Features:

✔ 25-yard lap pool
✔ Lap swim equipment
✔ Handicap lift
✔ Men's and women's locker rooms
✔ Family changing room
✔ Zero entry family pool
       unavailable on Fridays
✔ 1- and 3-meter diving boards
✔ 2 slides in the main pool
✔ 2 slides in the family pool
✔ Mushroom Fountain for kids

Nelson Indoor Pool

Facility currently CLOSED.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I bring a guest? They don't have military ID.
Yes, but your guest must be accompanied by an eligible patron at all times. The Daily Pass fee applies.

Can I reserve a lane for laps?
Lap lanes are first-come, first-serve, no reservations. Lane sharing is enforced by aquatics staff.

What age can I let my child go to the pool by him/herself?
Unaccompanied minors must be 13 years of age or older. Minors ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an eligible patron of the pool age 18 or older. Fort Carson Aquatics complies with 100% ID check policies.

Do I have to get in the water with my child?
All children must pass a swim test or meet the minimum height requirement for that portion of the pool to be allowed in the water without a parent within arms reach.

Can I bring toys to the pool?
All toys must be approved by aquatics staff.

Can I bring a "floatie" or water wings for my child?
Only Coast Guard Approved flotation devices are approved for use at any of the pools. All flotation devices are inspected by aquatics staff. Learn more about choosing the right Personal Flotation Device (PFD) for your child.

Prices

Observation fees charged for all non-swimming patrons at all Fort Carson pools between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
All prices and policies are subject to change at the discretion of Fort Carson Aquatics.

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Prices

Daily Pass

— FREE for Active Duty military
— $3 for Retired military, DOD dependents, DOD civilians
— $6 for General public/non-military

Monthly Pass

— $25 for Individuals
— $40 for groups of 2 or more

Annual Pass

— $100 for an Individual Pass
— $250 for a Family Pass (3+, must all live in the same household)

All annual passes are valid for one calendar year from the date of transaction.

Water Aerobics

— $3 per class
— ​​​​​​​$30 for a 10-class punch card
— $150 for an annual water aerobics pass


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