Aquatics

The UREC pool offers space for lap swimming, aquatic fitness classes, and swim lessons.  This Olympic-sized pool offers short- and long-course lap swim sessions, a shallow area for lessons and leisure use, and a diving well with 1, 3, and 5-meter boards.  University of Arkansas students and UREC members can utilize the Natatorium for open swim, as well as register for a variety of structured programs including swim lessons or water fitness classes. 

Fall 2024 Hours 

*subject to change based due to University holidays and events, see the Annoucements and Closures section or Hours page for more info.

Swimming Pool Hours Natatorium HPER 208	Hours
Monday / Wednesday / Friday	11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday / Thursday	5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday	11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday	2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

 

Aquatics Programs

Swim Lessons

University Recreation offers private swim lessons for adults and children five years and older. Classes focus on swimming basics including breathing, floating, gliding, basic strokes, and water safety skills.

 

Lifeguard Certification

American Red Cross Lifeguard certification courses are available during the Spring semesters.