Pools + Swimming LessonsKeep cool this summer at any of our City pools. Opening day is Saturday, June 2, with daily hours of noon to 6:00 p.m. The City will operate the concession stands, and certified lifeguards are always on duty at the following locations:
- 36th street in South Wheeling
- Garden Park in Warwood
- Bridge Park on Wheeling Island
- Grandview Pool in Wheeling Heights
Going to the pools is a great, afforable way to enjoy the summer sun.
$1.00 for adults/$.50 for children 5-12/FREE for kids 5 and under
Learn To Swim
36TH STREET - JUNE 18-29
GARDEN PARK JULY 2-13, 2012
The City of Wheeling offers one of the best learn to swim programs in the Tri-State Area. The cost is a nominal $5.00. Sessions are open to children 3 and older. Each session is scheduled for two weeks (Monday through Friday). We offer classes for beginners to advanced swimming levels. There will also be preschool classes for children 3-5 years (a parent or guardian must accompany child into water). The classes are taught by experienced lifeguards and instructors.
Registration is on the first day of each session anytime between 9-11:30 a.m. A certificate will be given at the completion of the classes.
Senior Swim
We have stretched the senior citizen age group a good bit to include everyone 50 and over. The pools will be yours exclusively every Saturday for one hour at 11:00 a.m. under the supervision of a certified lifeguard. This program is absolutely FREE. You may swim laps or simply splash or exercise in the water.
Moonlight Swim (July)
Special moonlight swims from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. will be offered at all City pools during the month of July. Regular admission prices will be charged.
MONDAY - GARDEN PARK
TUESDAY - BRIDGE PARK
WEDNESDAY - GRANDVIEW
THURSDAY - 36TH STREET
Season Swim Pass
The Recreation Department will again offer Season Swim Passes. These can be purchased at your neighborhood pool.
Family Pass=$40
Single Adult/Student Pass=$25
Senior Citizen Pass=$15.
Family Fun Night
The Wheeling Recreation Department sponsors a free "FAMILY FUN NIGHT" on the following dates:
JULY 6 - BRIDGE PARK POOL
JULY 13 - 36TH STREET POOL
JULY 27 - GRANDVIEW POOL
AUGUST 3 - GARDEN PARK POOL
There will be FREE ADMISSION into the pool as well as free hot dogs, ice cream, soda, and a D.J. from 6:30-8:30 p.m. There will be door prizes, and the concession stands will also be open. Enjoy a fun family outing at your neighborhood pool.