Aquatics - Lap Swim

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The West Chicago Park District offers Lap Swimming at Turtle Splash Water Park and Community High School Indoor Pool. The benefits of lap swimming can be numerous. This is an aerobic exercise that tends to work two major muscle groups (arms and legs) simultaneously, while having less strain on the body than many other exercise forms. Such a workout helps to elevate heart rate and burn calories. Many other potential benefits of this activity can be cited, like its ability to sculpt lean muscle, and the relaxing nature of being in the water. One reason lap swimming is so often preferred is because it causes less strain on muscles, joints and the skeletal system. Other aerobic activities like running, aerobic dancing and brisk walking impact the body more, and may be associated with greater likelihood of injury. People recovering from injuries, or who feel particularly prone to injuries, especially to knee or foot problems, may be far better off swimming.

Indoor Lap Swim Season and Hours

September 2011 through April 2012

Monday through Friday: 5:30am to 6:30am

Indoor Individual Lap Swim Pass Prices and Information

• Passes are non-refundable

• Passes are non-transferable

• We are not responsible for lost or stolen passes

• Lap swimmers must be age 14 and over

• Passes are valid September through May

Outdoor Lap Swim Season and Hours

Monday, June 11, 2012 through Friday, August 17, 2012

Monday through Friday: 6:30am to 8:15am
Monday through Sunday: 7:15pm to 8:00pm

Outdoor Individual Lap Swim Season Pass Prices and Information

• Passes are non-refundable

• Passes are non-transferable

• Passes are not valid during open swim

• There is a $5.00 reprint fee for lost passes

• Lap swimmers must be age 14 and over

• Passes are valid June 11, 2012 through August 17, 2012

On or before Friday, May 4, 2012

After Friday, May 4, 2012