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Army Sports Fitness Aquatics

The Army MWR Aquatics Program

Swim, Play, and Train with Us

The Aquatics Program offers safe, fun, and healthy ways to enjoy the water. We operate indoor pools year-round and outdoor pools during the summer season. Whether you want to swim laps for fitness, bring your family for a recreational swim, or learn lifesaving skills, our pools are here for you.

Swimming is more than just exercise - it’s a skill for life. Our program supports Soldier mission readiness with physical training (PT) space and keeps Families strong by offering recreation, swim lessons, and events for all ages. Every pool is staffed with trained lifeguards to make safety the top priority.

Across the world, our indoor pools are places to

  • Conduct unit water survival training
  • Enhance Service member swimming skills
  • Support the general health of the military community
  • Learn to swim, stay safe in the water, perform lifesaving techniques, or become a lifeguard
  • Stay fit with lap swimming, exercise classes, and competitive events

Why Participate

With MWR Aquatics, the military community gets exclusive access to fantastic facilities and programs – without breaking the bank. Here’s what you’ll find at your local MWR pool or aquatics facility:

  • Free or low-cost entry to premium facilities
  • Affordable swimming lessons, fitness classes, and more
  • A safe, Family-friendly environment for fun with the kids or a lap workout
  • A perfect place to conduct unit PT to improve Service member fitness and safety
Swimming Lessons

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! 

Swim Test Requirements
       Enter water from standing height
       Tread water with hands for 1 minute
       Swim 25 yards
       Exit the water without a ladder

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Prices

Observation fees charged for all non-swimming patrons at all Fort Carson pools between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

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Prices

Daily Pass

— $3 for Active Duty military
— $5 for children
— $6 for Retired military, DOD dependents, DOD civilians
— $10 for General public/non-military

Monthly Pass

— $60 for Individuals
— $90 for a Family Pass (3+, must all live in the same household)

Seasonal Pass

— $175 for an Individual Pass
— $300 for a Family Pass (3+, must all live in the same household)

Annual Pass

— $275 for an Individual Pass
— $450 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.


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FAQ's

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.

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