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POOL UPDATE AUGUST 24TH:
The pool is officially CLOSED for the season. We hope you had a fantastic time swimming with us! Thank you for sharing your summer with the WBAC staff.
Check back here next spring for updates on the Summer 2022 season! We are already making preparations for another summer of fun. See you soon!
Welcome to the Walter. R. Bauman Aquatic Center
The Walter R. Bauman Aquatic Center is an outdoor facility, featuring the latest in aquatic amenities. The facility includes zero-depth pool entrance, an eight lane competition pool, as well as a diving well. Other attractions at the center include two 134-foot run waterslides, interactive water play equipment, sand playground, and a concession area. The center has 11,510 square feet of water surface and holds 345,580 gallons of water. For COVID safety, we are implementing a patron capacity of 660 people.
There is no deck furniture available, however, patrons may bring their own lawn chairs. Concessions and the playground are now open.
Come splash with us soon at: 2400 Park Lawn Pl, Middleton, WI 53562
If you want to stay up to date on information happening at the pool - follow our Facebook @ Walter R. Bauman Aquatic Center
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Connect to RecDesk to register for swim lessons, open swim, and lap swim!
Announcements
Learn how to register for Lap Swim by clicking the image below!
Review our newly updated rules before swimming with us!
Open Swim
There will be ONE session available. Open swim hours are 1-6pm.
You can pay at the door. Please use cash at our concession stand and when checking in. If you use a credit card, the process will be longer.
Those persons who are fully vaccinated (2 weeks past their final shot), are no longer required to wear masks. This is not required; any person may choose to wear a mask regardless of their vaccination status. Individuals who are not fully vaccinated are strongly encouraged to continue wearing masks anytime when entering the bathhouse. It is also recommended that you maintain physical distancing both in and out of the water.
We must clear the pool of all swimmers in the case of lightning and/or thunder. We will reopen if possible. NO refunds will be given for unforeseen closures including weather or contamination.
This summer we are making all admission fees the same. Each participant of the pool will need to sign up for a session in advance and pay $4.00 upon entry.
2021 Daily Admission Fees
| Patron | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Persons | $4.00 |
Lap Swim
Lap swim is available on Sundays for individuals who pre-register via Rec Desk. You must pre-register in order to participate.
There are three time slots available:
9-10am, 10:05-11:05am, 11:10am-12:10pm
2 people per lane are permitted. We ask that lap swimmers start from opposing ends in their respective lanes and swim on their half of the lane (no circling swimming).
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Swim Lesson Information
Looking to sign up for swim lessons? Click the image to see what skills your child should master when entering each class!
If you are interested in a brief overview video of each level, please visit our YouTube Channel under the playlist "Swim Lessons". Click on the link below to watch!
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLO5JAIHBc1AKgUorx1-O4yJ2TJXCvwU94
How to Cancel your Pool Reservation
Cancellations can be made up to an hour prior to the scheduled start time of the open swim. After that time, no refunds or credits will be issued.
Cancellations cannot be made online.
Monday-Thursday please call the recreation office to cancel your reservation at 608-821-8360 or email middletonrec@ci.middleton.wi.us
Friday-Sunday please call the pool at 608-836-3450 or email aquatic@cityofmiddleton.us
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Special Events
All special events require pre-registration. Capacity limits will apply based on current guidelines. Please register on RecDesk.
Aquatic Center Policies
-Parents and guardians must watch their children.
-Always walk, do not run.
-Do not enter the pool if you have a communicable disease or an open cut.
-Persons who are not toilet trained or under the age of 3 must wear swim diapers in the pool. (Available for purchase at the front desk.)
-Diaper changing on the pool deck is prohibited.
-Glass and shatterable items are prohibited.
-Do not bring food, drink or gum into the pool or onto the deck.
-Carry-ins are not allowed.
-Flotation devices of any kind are not allowed in the pool.
-Protect our water! If you have or have had diarrhea in the past two weeks, please do not use the pool. Shower your child and yourself before entering the pool.
-Abide by all posted safety rules for the slides.
-Children under the 10 of age MUST be accompanied by an adult (16+).
-NO REFUNDS for unseen closures including weather & contamination.
Updated Aquatic Center Policies
-Maintain physical distancing of 6 feet both in and out of the water.
-Patrons will enter the front door and check-in.
-Those persons who are fully vaccinated (2 weeks past their final shot), are no longer required to wear masks. This is not required; any person may choose to wear a mask regardless of their vaccination status. Individuals who are not fully vaccinated are strongly encouraged to continue wearing masks anytime when entering the bathhouse. It is also recommended that you maintain physical distancing both in and out of the water.
-Arrive as close as possible to when activity begins.
-Come dressed ready to swim. Swimmers should rinse off in the shower and head straight to the pool area.
-Locker rooms can be used to go to the restroom but cannot store belongings.
-There is no pool furniture. Seating will be available in the grass and patrons must social distance. The concrete deck apron will be limited to staff only.
-Exit promptly when the swim session ends.
-You may bring water in a sealed, non-glass container.
-No one can be caught off the water slide.
-One way traffic will be in place to access the diving well. To access the drop slide, patrons need to enter the space from the sidewalk closest to the MHS stadium, while the diving board access will be the entrance closet the steps.
-Failure to adhere to these guidelines may result in a loss of privileges.
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We are often asked why our pool season is set up the way it is (opening the weekend after school, and closing the weekend before Labor Day). In 2013, we conducted a survey of state municipal (public) pools, and the results showed we are in line with what other municipalities offer. Please view the survey results. Below are the main reason for our season design:
1. The budget was approved for operation starting the second weekend in June through the last week in August (the weekend before Labor Day). A few years ago it was extended a week in August.
2. It is required by the State that we operate with a minimum number of lifeguards. We are sufficiently able to staff the pool during the approved times. We are VERY diligent with our staff trainings, and hold multiple safety trainings prior to the opening of the pool. Since the majority of our staff are students, we need to complete the trainings when they are available. Opening earlier would not allow us to hold these trainings.
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