The JCC Outdoor Pool is closed for the season!

We look forward to seeing you in 2023!
Please remember to bring your membership card to the pool to check-in. Don’t have a membership card? Reach out to our membership director Nick Finlayson at [email protected].
We have two outdoor heated pools:
Small Pool
- Shallow in depth and ideal for small children who are non-swimmers.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult, sibling or babysitter age 15 or older.
Large Pool
- Features both a shallow end and deep end, designated diving area in the deep end and a lap swim section (by request).
- Children who are unable to stand with their heads completely above the water in the pool’s shallow end must be accompanied in the water by a supervising adult, sibling or babysitter age 15 or older, unless they pass a test with the lifeguard. The test consists of swimming two widths of the pool and treading water for 30 seconds.
Whether swimming for exercise or pleasure, make the most of your JCC membership by using the pool to its fullest this summer.
Also, please remember to follow all pool rules both in and out of the pool.
If you have any questions or comments regarding the pool, please contact us at [email protected]
Thank you for being a JCC of Syracuse member. We hope to see you poolside!
POOL HOURS
Sign-up for lessons open around May
For more information, email us at [email protected] or call 315-466-2674
Private and Semi-Private Swim Lessons
Swim lessons sign ups open in May!
Once again this year we will offer semi-private and private swimming lessons for both children and adults seven days a week, outside of member swim time. We have added additional time to accommodate more lessons!
Taught by Red Cross certified instructors in the JCC’s outdoor heated pool, swimmers of all skill levels are welcome. Infants as young as 6 months old, older children and adults can get started on learning to swim. We also offer lessons for advanced swimmers. Swim lessons are offered weekdays 3:30 – 4:30 pm, weekends 8 -11 am. Each lesson is a half hour long.
JCC membership is not required to take swimming lessons, however members receive a discount and priority.
PRIVATE LESSONS for children & adults of all ages.
Members – $40/lesson, or $140 for 4
Non-Members – $50/lesson, or $185 for 4
SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS for children & adults of all ages. Each lesson can accommodate up to 3 people signing up as a group. The JCC does not group individuals for Semi-Private Lessons.
Members – $60/lesson, or $220 for a 4x lesson package
Non-Members – $75/lesson, or $270 for a 4x lesson package
To register for swim lessons, please fill out our form. Please email the form to [email protected]. Forms can also be dropped off at the main desk, however staff may not be in daily until the pool is open.
For more information, email us at [email protected] or call 315-466-2674
Learn-to-Swim Levels
Level 0 – Water Babies
Help your baby learn to swim! This special class is for parent(s) and babies ages 6-months to 3-years old.
Level 1 – Water Exploration
Swimmers will put their faces in the water for three seconds, practice supported front and back floats and blow bubbles.
Level 2 – Primary Skills
Swimmers will learn to float unsupported on their front and back, flutter kick and begin preliminary arm strokes.
Level 3 – Stroke Readiness
In this class swimmers will jump into deep water and do the front crawl with breathing. They’ll also learn the back crawl, breaststroke and elementary backstroke.
Level 4 – Stroke Development
This class will learn and/or improve the elementary backstroke, front and back crawl, breaststroke and sidestroke.
Level 5 – Mastery
Swimmers will learn or improve to the point of stroke mastery. Learning strokes such as the butterfly, open- and closed-flip turns and more!
J-Rays Swim Club
Become a better swimmer while having fun!
J-Rays Swim Club is from June 26 – August 18
Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 8 – 8:45 am
Open to children entering grades 1-6
- Swim Front crawl with face in the water the width of the pool
- Tread water with head above water for 30 seconds.
Have your child experience a taste of a swim team. Our certified Water Safety Instructors will work on stroke development, endurance and teamwork. Children will receive a team T-shirt and compete in a mini inner quad swim meet.
Requirements: Must be able to pass the JCC’s Orange Level Swim Test.
Cost: JCC members: $350
JCC Family Membership Required, Limited Space Available
Questions? Contact us at [email protected]

Aqua Fitness Class

Class meets twice a week! This fun group exercise class is designed to improve overall cardiovascular fitness and flexibility. Classes are set to music and will get you moving! All ages are welcome!
Tuesdays from 8 am – 8:45 am
Thursdays from 10:15 am – 11 am (6/1, 6/8, 6/15, 6/22)
- Everyone is welcome!
- Free for JCC Fitness members
- Registration not required! Just show up!
- $10 per class for non-fitness members
See how fun and effective working out in the water can be! Come as often as you’d like each week—there’s no attendance requirement and no set number of classes that you must attend throughout the summer. Create a schedule tailored to your needs!
For more information about group Aqua Fitness classes, email Paula at [email protected].
- Upon entering the pool area, all swimmers must check in at the lifeguard desk.
- No swimming without a lifeguard on duty
- No glass containers of any kind are allowed in the pool area (food, beverages, lotions, etc.).
- No food or gum is allowed in the pool area at any time. Beverages are allowed and must be in a can, plastic bottle or paper cup. Please help keep the pool area clean and free of bugs by promptly placing all garbage in trash receptacles.
- No running, pushing or boisterous play.
- No urination, defecation, spitting or nose blowing.
- Persons with rashes, open sores, inflamed eyes and/or communicable diseases are not allowed in the pool. Remove all bandages before entering the pool area.
- Shower before and after using the pool.
- Diving is permitted only in the designated area at the deep end of the large pool.
- The decision of the lifeguards in all matters concerning the pool and the enforcement of these rules is final.
Children and the pool
- All children under age 15 must be supervised at the pool by an adult, sibling or babysitter age 15 or older.
- Children who are unable to stand with their heads completely above the water in the pool’s shallow end must be accompanied in the water by a supervising adult, sibling or babysitter age 15 or older, unless they pass a test with the lifeguard. The test consists of swimming two widths of the pool and treading water for 30 seconds.
- Swimming accessories such as inflatable toys, kickboards, water noodles etc. may only be used in either pool with permission from the lifeguard.
- Permission may be denied if the pool is crowded or if items are deemed potential safety hazards.
- No child is allowed in the small pool unless accompanied by an adult, sibling or babysitter age 15 or older.
- The small pool is intended for non-swimmers. It is not to be used as a play area by those with swimming ability. At the lifeguard’s discretion, older children may be asked to leave the small pool.
- Children who are not toilet trained must wear disposable diapers and plastic pants or special swimming diapers while in the pool.
- Lifeguards have the final authority regarding safety issues in the pool and pool area.
Please remember to follow all pool rules both in and out of the pool.