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Frequently Asked Questions About the Pool
Where is the
pool?
The pool is
at the rear of the RCS High School off Route 9W in Ravena. When visiting the pool,
please enter via the glass vestibule at the rear of the school,
near the
loading dock. The address
is 2025 Rt. 9W Ravena, NY 12143.
When is the pool
open?
We open as
early as 5:30 a.m. and close as late as 10:00 p.m., depending on
program needs. From 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., the pool is
used for physical education classes, and athletic team
practices and meets. After the school's needs are met, there
is an opportunity for Continuing Education classes and
community use, and also for private rentals.
For a list
of pool hours and opportunities, along with a list of
Continuing Education classes, please visit the main
Aquatics Center site. There
is also a printed copy of the pool schedule available on the
pool deck at the beginning of each month.
How do I get a
pool pass?
Pool passes
are available at the Aquatics Center on Tuesdays
and Thursdays during the open swim times from 8-9 p.m.
You'll need to bring proof of district residency and
$30.00 to cover the annual fee. For non-residents, the fee is
$125.
How do I register
for aquatics classes through the Continuing Education
program?
The Continuing Education
brochure is available at the main
Aquatics Center site. The
brochure includes the registration form and information on
how to submit the form. For general questions about the
Continuing Education program, please call Pat Hommel at
756-5200 ext. 3333. For further details on the aquatics
classes, please call Aquatics Director Dave Burns at
756-5200 ext. 2065.
How big is the
pool?
Our
competition-sized pool is 6 lanes wide and 25 yards long.
The water depth runs from 4-12 feet. The pool holds 198,000 gallons of
water -- enough water to fill nearly 4,000 bath tubs!
Is the pool
handicapped accessible?
Yes. There
are stairs with hand rails that can be used to enter and
exit the pool. There is also a chair lift to assist all our
students and residents into the water.
What is the water
temperature?
The water
is kept between 80°F and 83°F.
If your question wasn't
answered here, contact Aquatics Director Dave Burns at
756-5200 ext. 2065.
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