Office
hours & Phone Number:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
525-8847
Eisenhower Pool is an indoor heated aquatic
facility that is available for year round fun and fitness. It
has two pools: The Lap Pool is a 25-yard, six-lane pool and
a Dive Well that has 2 one-meter (low) boards. Eisenhower is
especially conducive for education and competitive purposes
with its underwater lights and observation windows.
Eisenhower Pool is located at 2351 E. Cornell
(next to Southeast High School off of Taylor Avenue).
| Daily Admission |
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| Child (12 and under)* |
$2.50 |
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| Adult |
$3.00 |
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| Seniors (62 & over) $2.50 |
$2.50 |
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| 10 Punch Passes |
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| Child (12 and under)* |
$20.00 |
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| Adult |
$25.00 |
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| Seniors (62 & over) $2.50 |
$20.00 |
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| Annual Passes (12 months) |
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| Adult |
$130.00 |
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| Seniors (62 & over) $2.50 |
$60.00 |
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*Children 10 and under must be accompanied and supervised by a responsible adult.
LAP SWIM
(September 4th, 2007 – Feb 23, 2008)
Closed Saturdays
Monday
7:00 - 9:00 a.m.
11:00 - 1:00 p.m.
8:30 - 9:45 p.m. |
Tuesday
7:00 - 9:00 a.m.
11:00 - 1:00 p.m. |
Wednesday
7:00 - 9:00 a.m.
11:00 - 1:00 p.m.
8:30 - 9:45 p.m. |
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Thursday
7:00 - 9:00 a.m.
11:00 - 1:00 p.m. |
Friday
7:00 - 9:00 a.m.
11:00 - 1:00 p.m. |
Sunday
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
PUBLIC SWIM
Sundays from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m and Fridays from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
FAMILY FUN
Family Swim Sessions are available on Sundays
from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m and Fridays from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Party Rental during Family Swim – $10.00
per table in concession area. Please call for a reservation.
SWIM CLASSES
Eisenhower offers 3 types of lessons: Private
(1 student per instructor; minimum age 2), semi-private (3 students
per instructor; minimum age 3), and group (5 students per instructor;
minimum age 5). Fees will vary depending on the length of a
session.
Our early Spring Learn-to-Swim lessons are Semi
Private, run on Saturday mornings for 6 or 8 weeks with two
½ hour time slots to choose from. The cost is $50.00
per session. For further information call 525-8847.
Summer learn-to-swim schedule: The swim lesson
program is conducted Monday through Thursday for two week sessions,
with the first session beginning the second Monday after school
is out. Lessons are offered as follows:
| Semi Private: |
8:30 am-9:00 am |
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FEES |
Resident/ Out of District |
| Semi Private: |
9:05 am-9:35 am |
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Private |
$65.00 / $70.00 |
| Private: |
9:40 am-10:10 am |
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Semi Private |
$50.00 / $55.00 |
| Private: |
10:15 am-10:45 am |
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Group |
$35.00 / $40.00 |
| Group: |
10:50 am-11:20 am |
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| Group: |
11:25 am-11:55 am |
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Winter Swim Lessons are now available Thursday
evenings (Semi-Private) and Sunday afternoons (Private & Semi-Private).
Please call the office (525-8847) for more information.
Learn to Dive
The Springfield Park District has revived its aquatic program called "Learn to Dive." It is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, March 6, 2007 from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. at Eisenhower Pool under the guidance of Bob Milnes; a former Springfield High School Swimming & Diving Coach and veteran diving teacher of 40 years. While in the course, students will receive instruction in the basic fundamentals of 11 different dives.
The program will have a class maximum of eight (8) participants. The first eight participants to register will ensure a spot in the class. A waiting list will be developed for future students who would like to participate.
Participants need to register at Eisenhower pool.
Learn to dive program information:
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Tuesdays (Thursdays will be an instructor's make-up day) |
| Dates: |
March 6 - June 5, 2007 |
| Class time: |
3:30 - 5:30 p.m. |
| Participation Requirements: |
Must be age 11 or older |
| Session Fee: |
$70.00 In District
$85.00 Out of District |
For more information contact Eisenhower Pool at 217-525-8847.
SPRINGFIELD
U.S.A.
COMPETITIVE SWIM TEAM
If you are an aspiring competitive swimmer,
the Springfield Park District and the SUSA Booster Club offer
you the chance to be a member of our nationally ranked swim
team. It is a professionally coached competitive program that
can begin with 5 year olds and continue through to a senior
national level swimming. Visit our website at http://susa.usswim.net.
Master swims are also held at Eisenhower Pool. Please call for
qualifications and current schedule.
Aqua Aerobic Classes
Eisenhower Pool offers Aqua Aerobic classes designed to improve cardiovascular conditioning, stretching and muscle toning. Classes will be instructed by Normajean Sanders, an experienced instructor of 16 years. To register for this program please visit the Eisenhower Pool.
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Monday - Wednesday - Friday |
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September 5th, 7th, 10th, 12th, 14th, 17th, 19th, 21st, 24th, 26th, 28th, & Oct 1st |
| Class time: |
9:15 – 10:15 a.m. |
| Session Fee: |
$25.00 In District
$30.00 Out of District |
POOL RENTAL
Eisenhower Pool can be rented for private parties.
Rental fees are based on the number in your group.
Pool Rental ......... $45.00 per hour (2 hour
minimum)
Diving Well ......... $22.50 (when 25 yard pool is in use)
Pool Rental - (Hourly Rate - 2
hour minimum)
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# OF PEOPLE |
HOURLY FEE |
| One Pool only 1 supervisor |
1 - 20 |
$ 45.00 |
| Both Pools 1 supervisor & 1 guard |
1 - 30 |
53.00 |
| 1 supervisor & 2 guards |
31 - 50 |
61.00 |
| 1 supervisor & 3 guards |
51 - 75 |
68.00 |
| 1 supervisor & 4 guards |
76 - 100 |
76.00 |
| 1 supervisor & 5 guards |
101 - 125 |
84.00 |
| 1 supervisor & 6 guards |
126 - 150 |
92.00 |
Locker Fee
Tall (monthly) Small (monthly) Single Rental
$75.00 (yearly) $60.00 (yearly) $0.50
$ 6.25 (monthly) $ 5.00 (monthly)

* CLOSED UNTIL MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND 2008 *
Hours of Operation
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Regular Season Hours
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| Monday thru Saturday |
11 a.m.
- 8:00 p.m. |
| Sunday |
1 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
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Post Season Hours (Aug 20 - Sept 3) |
| Mon - Fri |
3:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
| Sat & Sun |
12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
| Labor Day |
12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
Closing Down Policy for
Outdoor Pools
The following conditions may warrant closing of the Park District's
outdoor pools:
• Inclement Weather (lightning, tornado, etc.)
• Air temperature below 70°F as recorded at 544-4477
• Low attendance
• Mechanical Breakdown
| Daily Admission |
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| Child (10 and under)* |
$3.00 |
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| Adult |
$3.50 |
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| Seniors (62 & over) $2.50 |
$3.00 |
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*Children 10 and under must be accompanied and supervised by a responsible adult.
| Season Pass Rates |
In-District |
Out-of-District |
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| Family Pass** |
$130.00 |
$200.00 |
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| Individual Pass |
$80.00 |
$95.00 |
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| Senior Pass |
$65.00 |
$80.00 |
**Family pass is defined as immediate family members residing in the same household who are claimed as a dependant.
| Pool Rental - (Hourly Rate -
2 hour minimum) |
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# OF PEOPLE |
HOURLY FEE |
| 1 Supervisor & 1 Guard |
1 - 30 |
$ 75.00 - 95.00 |
| 1 Supervisor & 2 Guards |
31 - 50 |
83.00 - 103.00 |
| 1 Supervisor & 3 Guards |
51 - 75 |
91.00 - 111.00 |
| 1 Supervisor & 4 Guards |
76 - 100 |
99.00 - 119.00 |
| 1 Supervisor & 5 Guards |
101 - 125 |
107.00 - 127.00 |
| 1 Supervisor & 6 Guards |
126 - 150 |
115.00 - 135.00 |
Locker Fee:
Single Use $0.25

* CLOSED UNTIL MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND 2008 *
Hours of Operation
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Regular Season Hours (June 25 - Aug 20)
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| Mon, Wed, Fri |
1:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
| Tues & Thurs |
1:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
| Sat & Sun |
12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
Family Swim Night (Friday)
($2.00/person) |
8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. |
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Post Season Hours (Aug 20 - Sept 3) |
| Mon, Wed, Fri |
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3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
| Tues & Thurs |
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3:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
| Sat & Sun |
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12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
| Labor Day |
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12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
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Adult Lap |
| Mon, Wed, Fri |
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
| Daily Admission |
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| Child (12 and under) |
$3.00 |
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| Adult |
$3.50 |
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| Adult Lap |
$3.00 |
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| Season Pass Rates |
In-District |
Out-of-District |
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| Family Pass |
$130.00 |
$170.00 |
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| Individual Pass |
$80.00 |
$95.00 |
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| Senior Pass |
$65.00 |
$80.00 |
Swimming Lessons
Nelson Center offers swimming instruction for individuals age 3 and up, at all skill levels. All classes are held Monday through Thursday. Saturday morning classes are also available. All Classes are divided into appropriate skill levels. Ages 3 & 4 must take parent and tot classes. Register any time after May 1.
Class Dates:
Session 1 – June 9th to June 19th
Session 2 – June 23rd to July 3rd
Session 3 – July 7th to July 17th
Session 4 – July 21st to July 31st
Saturday – June 21st to August 9th
Class Times:
- 10:10 - 10:40 (M - Th)
- 10:45 - 11:15 (M - Th)
- 11:20 - 11:55 (M - Th)
- 12:00 - 12:30 (M - Th)
- 10:45 - 11:15 (Saturday morning)
- 11:20 - 11:50 (Saturday morning)
Class Fees:
- In-District $35.00
- Non-District $40.00
Private and Semi-Private Lessons are also available.
*open registration - May 5th (9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.)
Closing Down Policy for Outdoor Pools
The following conditions may warrant closing of the Park District's outdoor pools:
• Inclement Weather (lightning, tornado, etc.)
• Air temperature below 70°F as recorded at 544-4477
• Low attendance
• Mechanical Breakdown
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