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  • Natatorium

    Aquatics Center

    The Aquatics Center features a diving board, an outdoor sun deck, two 12-person hot tubs, two dry saunas. Our main 40-meter heated pool has eight 25-yard lanes available for lap swim and a shallow water area for *family/recreation swim and classes. Our heated therapeutic/leisure pool is zero-depth with gradual entry and a maximum depth of 3'8". There is also a slide and a mushroom water feature. Our professional on-site Lifeguard staff is certified at the highest level, through Ellis and Associates. For open recreational swim options please check out SplashDown Waterpark and Waterworks Waterpark or one of the outdoor community pools.


    Pool & Aquatics Area GuidelinesSwimwear Policy

    • Parents must be within arm’s reach if your children are 6 years of age swimming in the water.
    • Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times in the pool area.
    • All swimmers must wear proper swim attire. Street clothes are not permitted.
    • Inflatable devices are not permitted.
    • Infants and toddlers not potty trained must wear swim diapers.
    • Approved life jackets are available.
       

    Swimwear Guidelines

    Proper swim attire is required in all pools. The intent of enforcing a swim attire policy is to maintain a clean, safe and inviting environment for our patrons. Clothing, other than swimwear, can create problems with water clarity, disinfectant systems, and filtration. Prince William County Parks & Recreation staff have the right to deny anyone us of pools for non-approved swimwear.

    Swim Signup

    Need Help Registering Online?
    For help registering for swim lessons, checkout our Swim Registration Guide.

  • Red Cross Safety Certifications

    Chinn Diving Board

    Water Safety Instructor (WSI)

    Age 16+

    WSI candidates learn to teach all levels of American Red Cross swimming classes including Child & Parent and Learn to Swim levels. Candidates must be age 16+ by the last day of the class, must attend all classes, must be able to swim at skill Level 4 and successfully complete course work, written and water tests. Registration is required 3-week prior to class start date.

    Water Safety Instructor Aide (ages 14+)

    Learn to assist the water safety instructors as you learn to teach swimming. This is a great training course for teens and adults who are interested in a possible part-time position. Candidates must be age 14+, attend all classes, and be able to swim at skill Level 3 and successfully complete course work, written and water tests.

    Babysitter Training I (ages 11-15)

    The American Red Cross helps to develop skills in six critical areas: leadership, safety, safe play, basic care, first aid and professionalism. The class is 8 hours in length and participants receive official Red Cross training materials (Babysitters training handbook, Babysitter training emergency reference guide and Babysitter training CD-ROM.

    Babysitter Training II (ages 11-15)

    Interested individuals must have completed Babysitter I training. This class builds upon the skills learned in the Level I class. In addition, candidates will earn their Child/Infant CPR and First Aid certificate. Participants must be able to successfully demonstrate all skills and pass a written test with a score of 80% or above. This class is 6-hours in length and participants must bring their Babysitter Handbook.

    Contact

    • Michael Suggs, Aquatics Manager, (703) 792-8623
    • Kathie Clapp, Swim Lesson & Instructor Coordinator, (703) 792-8623
  • Chinn Pool
    Swim Signup

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Need Help Registering Online?
    For help registering for swim lessons, checkout our Swim Registration Guide.
     

    Swim Lessons

    We aim to build on existing skill levels for all ages and develop new ones for efficient techniques. Our classes are tailored to the skill of the student, whether the student is an infant, child, teen or adult.

    Not sure where you fit in?
    You can schedule a skill screening with one of our professionals for only $4

      Learn to Swim Program
      Learning to swim is important. In the U.S., drowning is the second leading cause of injury/death of infants and children under 15.
      Our swim program follows American Red Cross guidelines, and all teachers are certified Water Safety Instructors. Classes are offered year round for infants (6 months) through adults (Swim Level Screening - Assessment of swimming abilities for classes, high school sports, etc. By appointment only. Fee: $4)

      Note: Chinn Aquatics & Fitness Center is not accepting additional private swim lesson requests at this time due to a full program with a full wait list.
      Improve specific techniques, gain overall confidence or focus on advanced skills with our one-on-one or semi-private (two people) classes.

      Child & Parent (ages 6 months to 3 years old)
      Parents are taught to safely work with their child in the water, how to encourage the child to participate fully and try the skills. (children who are not potty trained must wear swim diapers.) Learn More/Register

      Preschool 1,  Preschool 1-3, Preschool 2-3 (ages 3-5 years old)
      Orient children to the aquatic environment and gain basic aquatic skills – blowing bubbles, front and back floats with support and more. Builds upon skills learned in previous class in a step-by-step progression. Learn More/Register

      Level 1-2 (ages 5-12 years old)
      Helps participants feel comfortable in the water. Elementary aquatic skills are taught. Gives participants success with fundamental skills. Learn More/Register

      Level 3 (ages 5-12 years old)
      Builds on skills in Level 2 through additional guided practice in deep water. Front crawl, elementary backstroke. Flutter, scissors, dolphin and breaststroke kicks. Build on fundamentals of treading water. Learn More/Register

      Level 4 (ages 5-12 years old)
      Develops confidence in strokes learned in previous levels, builds upon kicks learned and introduces back/breast strokes. Skills are done on a 25 yard deep water lane. Learn More/Register

      Level 5 (ages 5-12 years old)
      Coordinate & refine all swimming strokes, swim longer distances. Learn flip turns and tread water for 5 minutes. Learn More/Register

      Level 6 (ages 5-12 years old)
      Refine strokes so students swim with more ease, efficiency, power and smoothness over greater distances.

      Teen/Adult Beginner (ages 13+)
      Help participants gain basic aquatic skills and swimming strokes. Learn skills and concepts needed to stay safe in and around the water. Learn More/Register

      Teen/Adult Intermediate (ages 13+)
      Continue to improve proficiency in basic aquatic skills, learn skills such as treading, surface dives and rotary breathing in deep water. Learn More/Register

      Teen/Adult Advanced (ages 13+)
      Continue to improve proficiency in basic aquatic skills, learn skills such as treading, surface dives and rotary breathing in deep water. Learn More/Register
       

      Private Swim Lessons

      Note: Chinn Aquatics & Fitness Center is not accepting additional private swim lesson requests at this time due to a full program with a full wait list.
      Improve specific techniques, gain overall confidence or focus on advanced skills with our one-on-one or semi-private (two people) classes.

      Water Aerobics Classes
      The buoyancy of the water eases strain on joints and muscles while creating resistance to improve strength. Swimming skills are not required.
       

      Family Swim
      Family Swim is available during all open swim hours. Fee: $18 for up to four family members.


      Splash N' Play

      • Together parents and children discover the aquatic environment through water playtime. Toys are provided. No registration required.

        January 1 - April 29, 2024: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

        Fee: $5.00 per child. Up to 2 adults are free with each child.