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DPAC Hot Tub

The status of the hot tub at Dimond Park Aquatic Center has been irregular and we are actively working on returning it to normal operations. If you are planning to visit the facility for just the hot tub, we encourage you to call ahead to check the status. 907-586-0839

Employment Opportunities: AGB Swimming Pool

Augustus G. Brown pool is hiring lifeguards, aquatic attendants, and swim instructors in preparation for their anticipated opening in March. Working for Juneau Pools offers flexible scheduling options, a fun work environment, and a complimentary pool pass;  you can have a great job AND swim for free! Job descriptions and application instructions can be found here.

New Diving Club at DPAC

Starting May 14, the pool will offer introductory and advanced classes in springboard diving. Both classes will take place Tuesday and Thursday evenings from May 14 to June 6. The cost is $80 + tax for 8 lessons. Participants must be 8 years of age or older, and 10 spaces are available in each class. Register online through the Parks & Rec registration catalog (click under the Juneau Pools tab) starting Wednesday, May 1 at noon.

Augustus G. Brown Swimming Pool Closure Extended

Augustus G. Brown Swimming Pool will be closed through Sunday, April 28 (extended from April 26) while work is completed to refurbish the women's locker room floors and improve drainage.

For those who have registered for spring swim lessons, classes will not meet on Saturday, April 27. Instead, an additional lesson will be added to the end of the session. Juneau Pools will reach out to all registered participants with more details.

During the closure, Dimond Park Aquatic Center remains open to the community. AGB will reopen for regular hours on Monday, April 29. Facility schedules can be found at the Juneau Pools website.

DPAC Closed April 29 - May 12

Dimond Park Aquatic Center will be closed Monday, April 29 through Sunday, May 12 for annual maintenance that will include include draining and refilling all three pools, re-lamping the natatorium and underwater lights, servicing equipment, deep cleaning the pool deck, and tile work. During the closure, Augustus G. Brown Swimming Pool will be open to the public. For more information about AGB hours and activities, see the calendar at juneaupools.org. DPAC will reopen to the public on Monday, May 13.

Chair Yoga

Chair yoga classes are offered at Dimond Park Field House on Saturdays and Dimond Park Aquatic Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Classes are from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and general admission rates apply. Field House and Pool Passes are accepted at their respective facilities.

Chair Yoga at Dimond Park Aquatic Center will not meet on April 30, May 2, and May 7. The class on May 9 will take place at the Field House.

For up-to-date event information, see the DPAC schedule and the Field House schedule.

Ai Chi Aquatics Fitness Class

Ai Chi is offered at the Dimond Park Aquatic Center every Tuesday & Thursday from 6 - 7 a.m. This aquatic fitness class focuses on breathing with progressive resistance training to relax and strengthen the body. There is no additional fee to participate, the class is included with daily admission.

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Lockers

Lockers at Dimond Park Aquatic Center require patrons to bring their own locks.

Recreation Pool Closed During Swim Lessons

Dimond Park Aquatic Center is currently hosting swim lessons. During these lessons the Recreation Pool will be closed to the public. Please consult the up-to-date schedule for dates and times that the Recreation Pool will be unavailable to the general public. If you have further questions please give us a call at 907-586-0839.

Juneau loves its pools!

From the renovation of the Augustus G. Brown Memorial Pool in downtown Juneau to expanded swim lessons and special activities, CBJ Parks & Recreation is working hard to deliver high-quality facilities and services to our community. While demand has always been high for these programs, more people than ever are eager to get back in the water following the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s an update on what we’re doing to make sure everyone in our community has access to Juneau’s pools and aquatic programs:

Like many communities across the country, the COVID-19 pandemic forced us to reduce operations. As a result, we had to lay off nearly all of our part-time employees, including all of our swim instructors and part-time lifeguards. Since resuming normal operations in 2022, we’ve been working hard to rebuild our team of over 100 aquatic professionals in a very challenging labor market. We’ve taken a number of steps to improve recruitment and retention, including:

  • Offering sign-on bonuses of up to $5,000 for difficult-to-fill positions
  • Providing free swim passes to every employee in the Aquatics Division
  • Offering free lifeguard certification courses to prospective employees

Since 2022, we’ve hired *45 new employees. This includes 9 swim instructors, 27 lifeguards and 14 aquatic attendants. *Several employees work more than one position.

Photo of young swimmers practicing with kick boards as instructor watches
As a maritime community, we believe that every child in Juneau should have an opportunity to learn how to swim, regardless of their ability to pay. Demand for swim lessons has always been strong, and it’s even greater now because swim lessons were suspended for almost two years during the COVID-19 pandemic. At the same time, one of our two aquatics facilities has been closed for major repairs since April 2023, reducing the amount of space available for all programs, including swim lessons. We are currently offering as many lessons as possible while also accommodating other users like high school swim & dive teams, Glacier Swim Club, and the general public. In 2023 we have opened registration for 620 children to participate in swim lessons including winter, spring, summer, and fall sessions. This is an increase of 283 participants compared to 2022. While many of these sessions do not sell out, lessons for younger children sometimes fill up because these classes require a lower ratio of students to instructors. In response to this challenge of accommodating preschool-aged children in our swim lesson program, Aquatic Staff created a new program for beginner preschool swimmers this fall called Lil’ Swimmers. This program started In October with 48 spots available for registration to beginner swimmers aged 3-5 years old. When Augustus G. Brown Pool reopens in early 2024, we look forward to increasing the number of lessons being offered for children of all ages. Something that makes CBJ swim lessons so special is that every child can participate, regardless of their ability to pay. We are committed to keeping fees for swim lessons as low as possible (currently $10 per lesson). Plus our scholarship program can cover the entire cost of swim lessons, as well as things like pool passes and even swimsuits for eligible kids.

The Augustus G. Brown Memorial Pool in downtown Juneau closed in April 2023 for an $8 million renovation and is expected to reopen later this winter. Juneau’s first indoor pool was built over 50 years ago, and this project will ensure that it will continue to serve our community for decades to come. The work includes:

  • Replacement of boilers
  • Replacement of water and wastewater plumbing
  • Replacement of aquatic systems
  • Resurfacing the leisure pool
  • Replacement and updating of mechanical control systems
  • Complete remodeling of locker rooms, including single-user showers and family changing room
  • Refreshed sauna
  • Remodeled lobby and reception areas
  • New interior and exterior paint
  • Replaced exterior stairs and sidewalks
  • Asbestos abatement

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