Great River Water Park

Swimming Lesson Registration 

Register for Swimming Lessons 

NOTICE: Some amenities and features may not be available at all times. Call 651-642-0650 for updates. 

• 25-yard, 6-lane lap pool 
• Children's activity pool
• One-meter diving board 
• Large water slides 
• Large floats (Snappy the Turtle and his log)
• Men's, women's, and family locker rooms
• Sauna
• Concessions
• Designated eating areas
• Life jackets available

Learn more about aquatics memberships:

Aquatics Memberships

Open Swim Hours

• Monday, Wednesday and Friday hours are "children's pool only" from 9am-10am.
• Children under the age of 10 must always be accompanied by an adult.
• SPRING BREAK HOURS: Open Swim: Monday-Friday, April 3-7, 1:30-5:30pm 
• Special Closures: Great River Water Park will be closed May 26-27 and June 2-4.
• Summer Season Closure: Great River Water Park will close for the season June 9 - September 10. 

Lap Swim Hours

• 25-yard, 6-lane lap pool.
• Max of 4 people per lap lane, first come first serve.
• Fee is $8/person or included with all-access aquatics memberships.
• Closed on November 24-25, December 24-26 & 31, and January 1-2, 2023.

Water Aerobics Hours

• Open to all ages. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Class is most effective when a participant is able to stand with their head above water in the shallow end of the pool.
• Fee is $8/person or included with all-access aquatics memberships.
• Closed on November 24-25, December 24-26 & 31, and January 1-2, 2023.

Aquatic Teen Fitness

Youth will participate in a supportive community, increase physical fitness, learn lifeguarding skills, and have fun. This drop-in program consists of swimming, sauna, slides, music, healthy snacks, games, drills, community mentors, guest speakers and service projects. No pre-registration necessary.

• Wednesdays & Fridays, 3:30-5:30pm
  • No class on Nov. 25
• Ages: 14-18
• Free

This all-ages open swim time is for self-identified individuals with sensory sensitives, scheduled when the facility is typically quieter and less occupied. No background music, announcements, slides, water features, hair-dryer or swim suit dryers allowed. Staff will only use whistles in an emergency. Quiet room available. No registration is necessary. 

Cost: $7/person or $25 for groups of up to five. Free for one caregiver per participant. Ages two and under are free.

Date/Time: Sundays, 9-11am

Great River Water Park
270 N. Lexington Parkway
Saint Paul, MN 55104
Ph: 651-642-0650
greatriverwaterpark@ci.stpaul.mn.us