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Aquatics Classes and Programs

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Aquatic Center(s)

Discover your aquatics location(s)

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Calendar

View the schedule of classes and events.

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Contact Us

Find your Aquatics Coordinator, location, and contact information.

Army Sports Fitness Aquatics

Ready to take a dip into what our aquatics program offers? Check out our options.

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Aqua Fitness Classes

Visit Group Fitness Classes for class schedule, class descriptions, price, purchase options and more!

Group Swim Lessons

Swim lessons are taught by American Red Cross Certified Water Safety Instructors.

View Group Swim Lessons for current class/registration dates.

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Tolson Parent and Tots Playtime

This is a special playtime for children to have fun in the pool with their parents and/or guardians.

View Tolson Parent and Tots Playtime for complete details.


Private Swim Lessons

One-on-one swim instruction. 

  • No evaluation required.
  • Space availability for private swim lessons is limited to the “zero entry” section of Tolson Indoor Pool.
  • Private lessons (4 years old and up): Six 30-minute lessons for $115
  • Dates and times vary according to the instructors' availability. 

  • Registration: 
    Please noteNo private lessons are offered at this time due to instructor shortage.
  • Eligibility: Open to DoW ID Cardholders

For more information, call Tolson Indoor Pool at +1 (910)643-8533.

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Swim Teams (Youth & Adult)

  • Youth (Fighting Fish)
    The Fort Bragg Fighting Fish Youth Swim Team is a USA Swimming age-group team. Our groups range from developmental swimmers to experienced high school age/senior level swimmers. Swimmers are encouraged to become well-rounded athletes focusing on strokes, flexibility, and good sportsmanship. The team competes in swim meets around the area. All our coaches are ASCA certified.

    Evaluation by one of our coaches is required prior to joining.
    Open to all DoW ID card youth swimmers, ages 5-18 years.

    Please call +1 (910)643-8533 for details and current pricing. 
  • Adults (Masters Swim Program)
    Fort Bragg Masters is a USMS Registered workout group. We are a diverse group of competitive, triathlete, and fitness swimmers. Every practice has a United States Masters Swimming coach.  

    Evaluation by coach required prior to joining.
    Open to DoW ID Cardholders, ages 18 years and older.
     
    • Dates: October-May
    • Location: Tolson Indoor Pool
    • Days/times: Monday and Wednesday: 11 am - 1 pm
    • Cost: $5/daily, $55 for 20-visit punch card

      For more information: +1 (910)643-8533

Coaches Wanted!

  • The Fighting Fish Swim Team is recruiting for swim coaches at the youth and adult level. We are looking for someone with swimming experience or has instructed swimming in any capacity. Must meet program list of qualifications and pass background checks.

    For more information please stop by or call Tolson Indoor Pool at +1 (910)643-8533.

Pool Parties

Looking for the perfect place for a pool party? Tolson Indoor Pool is available for parties on Saturdays. Our facility features a zero-depth entry recreational pool, making it ideal for guests of all ages.

  • During Hours Pools Parties
    $115 for the first hour; $50 each hour after, for up to 25 guests, party room, tables, and chairs. Each additional guest above 25 will be an additional $5 each.

    Available on Saturdays only, 12 pm - 2 pm with set-up at 11:30 am 
  • After Hours Pool Parties
    $175 for the first hour; $85 each hour after, for up to 25 guests, party room, tables, and chairs. Each additional guest above 25 will be an additional $5 each.

    Available on Saturdays only, 3-5 pm with set up at 2:30 pm
  • Set-Up
    Families may come in up to 30 minutes early to set up. We ask that the room be left in the same condition in which they found to avoid additional fees. $30 cleaning fee will be added if party fails to clean up after the event.
  • Reservations
    Party Reservations can be made for Tolson indoor Pool three weeks in advance of the party date. Payment is due in full at the time the reservation is made along with the completed rental agreement. 
  • Pool Use
    Party groups have use of the pool. Children under 7 are required to have parents in the water at a ratio of 1 parent per 2 children. During hours parties will be in conjunction with normal recreational swim activities, to include clearing the pool for breaks. After hours parties will be outside normal operating hours of the pool. Party groups are required to follow all posted pool rules.
  • Payment Terms
    Payment is due in full at the time the reservation is made. Cash, check, Visa and Master Card are accepted forms of payment. Please make all checks payable to DFMWR. A $25 fee will be charged on any check that is returned for insufficient funds.
  • Cancellation/Refund Policy
    ​​​​​​​Cancellations must be made a minimum of 7 days prior to the scheduled party date in order to obtain a full refund.  Cancellations not made 7 days prior will not be refunded. All refunds require a completed refund request form and are subject to the approval of the Aquatics Director. Payments made by credit card can be refunded directly onto the credit card that was used to make the original payment. Payments made by cash or check will be refunded in the form of a check. Please allow up to two weeks for refund checks to be processed. Parties will be cancelled during inclement weather/thunderstorm conditions. The responsible person listed below should contact the manager on duty during working hours for a determination as to whether the party will be cancelled because of adverse weather conditions. North Carolina weather is sporadic and unpredictable; however we will do our best to make a determination as soon as possible.

Ask Army Answers

  • Atchley Outdoor Pool
  • Hours:
    Monday
    5:30am-7:00am
    Lap Swim
    7:00am-11:00am
    Unit Training
    11:00am-1:00pm
    Lap Swim
    Tuesday
    5:30am-7:00am
    Lap Swim
    7:00am-11:00am
    Unit Training
    11:00am-1:00pm
    Lap Swim
    Wednesday
    5:30am-7:00am
    Lap Swim
    7:00am-11:00am
    Unit Training
    11:00am-1:00pm
    Lap Swim
    Thursday
    5:30am-7:00am
    Lap Swim
    7:00am-11:00am
    Unit Training
    11:00am-1:00pm
    Lap Swim
    Friday
    5:30am-7:00am
    Lap Swim
    7:00am-11:00am
    Unit Training
    11:00am-1:00pm
    Lap Swim
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  • Twin Lions Outdoor Pool
  • Closed for maintenance June 8 – 12, 2026. Recreation Swim is moved to Normandy Pool. Lap Swim is moved to Atchley Pool. Swim Team and Masters Swim is moved to Tolson Indoor Pool.
  • Hours:
    Monday
    6:00am-8:00am
    Lap Swim
    8:30am-10:30am
    Swim Team
    8:30am-6:00pm
    Splash Pad
    11:00am-6:00pm
    Recreation Swim
    Tuesday
    6:00am-8:00am
    Lap Swim
    8:30am-10:30am
    Swim Team
    8:30am-6:00pm
    Splash Pad
    11:00am-6:00pm
    Recreation Swim
    Wednesday
    6:00am-8:00am
    Lap Swim
    8:30am-10:30am
    Swim Team
    8:30am-6:00pm
    Splash Pad
    11:00am-6:00pm
    Recreation Swim
    Thursday
    6:00am-8:00am
    Lap Swim
    8:30am-10:30am
    Swim Team
    8:30am-6:00pm
    Splash Pad
    11:00am-6:00pm
    Recreation Swim
    Friday
    6:00am-8:00am
    Lap Swim
    8:30am-10:30am
    Swim Team
    8:30am-6:00pm
    Splash Pad
    11:00am-6:00pm
    Recreation Swim
    Saturday
    11:00am-6:00pm
    Recreation Swim & Splash Pad
    Sunday
    Closed

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