John W. Black Aquatic Center
1551 N. Hwy 393 ~ LaGrange, KY 40031 ~ 502-225-0656
www.oldhamcountyky.gov > Parks and Recreation
Summer 2016 ~ MAY 28th - SEPTEMBER 10th
Parks & Rec.
Our Rules
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You must be at least 13 years old to enter OCAC alone.
A PAYING ADULT 18 years of age or older MUST accompany anyone under the age of 13.
You MUST BE 42” TALL, with swimming skills, to go down the Water Slide.
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If the Pool is closed due to weather, NO REFUNDS are given. “Thunder heard…pool deck cleared for 20 min. each occurrence”
Lifeguards DO NOT CATCH anyone exiting the Water Slide. NO goggles, watches, arm-floats, or blue jeans.
Everyone entering the water MUST WEAR A SWIMMING SUIT…NO STREET CLOTHES!
All Swimmers 3 years old or younger must wear Swimmer Pants under their swimsuits.
NO Cooler…NO Food… NO Glass…is to be brought inside the OCAC facility. Water & soda are allowed.
”BE POOL SMART! RIGHT FROM THE START!”
NEVER, EVER LET A CHILD YOU BRING TO THE POOL OUT OF YOUR SIGHT FOR EVEN A SECOND!
KEEP A COAST GUARD APPROVED LIFEJACKET OR FLOTATION DEVICE ON THEM AT ALL TIMES!
WE ARE PLEASED TO OFFER!
ANNUAL EVENTS: Friday Night Swims until 9pm: 6/4 thru 8/12; July 4th Celebration; Mini-Triathlon 9/12; Dog Party 9/13.
POOL PASSES: Family of 4-$300, Family of 3-$240, Family of 2-$180, Individual 13&up-$120, and Sr-$110.
SWIM LESSONS: $60 for 6 lessons /1-5 class ratio / all levels from beginners to advanced.
Swim Lesson registration available on Saturday, May 14th from 11 am – 2 pm at the pool office.
SWIM TEAM: PIRANHAS: Ages 5-18. Registration contact: [email protected].
LAP SWIMMING: $3. A lap lane is available during regular pool hours and SAT 9:30-11 am - SUN 10:30 am -12:30 pm.
WATER EXERCISE: 8/$48. M, W, F, 10:00-10:45 am; SAT: 11-11:45am. Begins 6/2 - Silver Sneakers eligible!
POOL PARTIES: Pool available for parties after hours. $400 or $450 for 3 Lifeguards / 2 hrs / 100 guests.
Sun 6:30-8:30pm - Wed, Fri & Sat 7:30-9:30pm. Reservations required.
$25 extra for every 50 guests over 100. No outside food allowed inside the facility…patio available.
GROUP RATES: Civic, Youth, or Non-profit Groups are eligible for Group Rates, $3.50. Reservations required.
BIRTHDAY PARTIES: During regular hours. $3.50/guest and use of the gate patio. Reservations required.
TEAM COACHES: We offer after-hours pool time for cross training with your team $2 / athlete; 8/1 – 9/1.
EMPLOYMENT: Interviews for Snack Bar & Aquatic Assts. – Fridays - Mar 11th - 4-6 pm and April 8th - 1-3 pm.
Interviews, for Lifeguards – Saturdays - March 12th and April 9th – 12 noon - 2 pm.
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE AT THE John W. Black Community Center – Please bring application to the interview.
Any Questions? Call LAURA G. Feese, Aquatic Director @225-0656 ~ Beginning MARCH 1ST
FUN TIMES
4th of July Celebration: The OCAC kicks off the festivities at 2:00 pm with
Singing, Flag Ceremony, Pool Races, Kiddie Patriotic Swimwear Contest, Adult Cannonball
Contest, and The Greased Watermelon Dive - regular pool admission. Entertainment in the
park - before fireworks at 10:00 in Wendell Moore Park.
Sprint Triathlon: Saturday, September 10th: Our USAT sanctioned Sprint Triathlon
is held at Wendell Moore Park on the first Saturday after Labor Day. The event includes a
400-meter pool swim, an 10-mile bike ride on a non-closed road course and a 3K run that
includes firm surfaces and cross-country segments. Registration begins July 1st. Please call
Gary @225-0655 for more info and registration. Volunteers needed. Stroke and Turn
lessons available 225-0656.
The Dog Party: Sunday, September 11th, 1:00-3:00 pm: Bring your dog to the JWB
Aquatic Center for a dip at this fun & unique event. EVERY DOG OWNER MUST PRESENT
CURRENT IMMUNIZATION RECORD from your Vet. ALL DOGS must be on a LEASH at all
times. OWNERS must have a POOPER-SCOOPER with them and please use it. Only $5.00
per pup, people are free!
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Don’t clean your house just to have it messed up again! Celebrate that special Birthday at the Aquatic Center during regular
pool hours. We keep your cake fresh and ice cream frozen, until the birthday swimmers are ready to party on the outside
patio. Order pizza, we have a snack bar, or bring food for a fun time on the patio by the front gate. Birthday party guests are
$3.50 and the “Guest of Honor” is FREE. Please call for reservations 225-0656.
LAP SWIMMING
There is a lap lane available everyday during regular pool hours. Circle swimming is the rule of the pool.
A swimmer must swim continuously wall to wall – no stopping in the middle of the lane – to use the lap lane.
Adults ONLY (18-108) ~ SAT: 9:30-11:00am and SUN 11:00-12:30. Lap lanes will be available for $3.00.
GROUP RATES
The Aquatic Center is available to civic, youth, or non-profit groups of 15 or more during regular pool hours.
COST - $3.50/person RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. Days fill up quickly. PLEASE CALL 225-0656 after 3/1.
Every group must fill out the “Group Admission Sheet” in advance and present it at the gate
ATTENTION COACHES
Aquatic Workouts are the best cross-training choice for teams that want to build endurance, strength, and flexibility
without injuries or heat-related illness. Our facility is available for alternative and innovative practices.
$2 / Athlete for 1½ hours of pool use. Coaches and staff are free. Pool available: AUG 1st - SEP 1st . Reservations required.
Please call 225-0656 for information and assistance.
WATER EXERCISE CLASSES
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Classes begin Monday, June 6 . Cost: 8 class card - $40.00. “Silver Sneakers” sanctioned class.
Schedule: M-W-F & Sat mornings ~ 10:30-11:15 am. A progressive workout that includes: warm-up, flexibility, aerobics,
muscle strengthening, and a relaxing cool-down. Helps increase energy, improve sleep quality, minimize back and joint pain,
make new friends and have fun!
“NO SWIMMING SKILLS NEEDED – HAIR CAN STAY DRY! OR NOT!
Employment Opportunities 2016
Ages 16 & up
We hire Lifeguards, Snack Bar Staff, Aquatic Assistants & Facility Managers
You MUST be available for mandatory training 3x’s in May.
1week vacation is allowed May 15th - September 10th.
Interviews will be held at OCAC, in the Pool Office, on the following dates ONLY:
Lifeguards - Must be 16, bring Lifeguard, First Aid, and CPR Certification with you.
Interview dates: Saturdays, March 12th and April 9th – 12:00 noon – 2:00 pm.
Snack Bar / Aquatic Assistants - Must be 16 with reliable transportation & good work ethic.
Interview dates: Fridays, March 11th - 4:00-6:00 pm & April 8th - 1:00-3:00 pm.
Applications are available at the Community Center after March 1st.
Please bring the completed application to the interview.
Want to work?
You must come to an interview!
OC PIRANHAS SWIM TEAM
Ages 5 – 18 as of June 1, 2015 Cost: TBA
Season runs May 23 -July 16ish ~ Registration: [email protected]
Practice: Monday-Friday 7-8:00am for 11& up and 8-9:00am for 10 & under.
A member of the “Piranhas” must:
 Attend practice daily.
 Be available the entire month of July.
 Have mastered side rhythmic breathing and swimming face down.
 Be proficient in 2 strokes for a distance of 25 meters.
 Have parents available to work 2 swim meets. (We provide training. It’s fun!!)
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During the 1 weeks of practices the coaches will determine if your child is ready for Swim Team.
If they are not ready, take advantage of our Swim Lessons so your child will be ready next season.
WEATHER POLICY
When the Staff at John W. Black Aquatic Center HEARS THUNDER or SEES LIGHTNING:
1. The POOL and surrounding DECK area is cleared of PATRONS for 20 minutes.
2. ALL PATRONS must go immediately to the under-roof lobby or in the bathhouses.
3. Everyone will be allowed to resume swimming ONLY when thunder is not heard
and lightning is not seen for 20 minutes.
If stormy weather continues for 1 hour with no sign of letting up, the OCAC will close until the next shift
change: Noon or 3:00 pm
NO REFUNDS are given…so please, consider the weather forecast before coming to the pool.
SWIM LESSONS
Ages 3-Adult ~ 6 classes/$60. Registration: Saturday, May 14th, at the Pool, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm.
Class sizes are 1/5, 35 min, taught by trained instructors who know the benefits of quality and consistent lessons.
Ages 3-Adult (Levels I – IV)
Level I – No skills
Level II – able to move comfortably face down and on back
Level III begin developing technique and movement
Level IV – begin instruction for fitness and leisure swimming
Mornings: 9:15-9:50 am. Classes held T, W, and TH mornings for 2 weeks.
Session I - 6/21, 22, 23 and 6/28, 29 & 30
Session II – 7/6, 7, 12 and 7/13, 14 & 19
Session III - 7/20, 21, 26 and 7/27, 28 & 8/2
Evenings: 7:20-7:55 pm Classes held T&TH evenings for 3 weeks
Session I - 6/21 & 23, 6/28 & 6/30, 7/7 & 7/12.
Session II - 7/14 & 19, 7/21 & 26, 7/28 & 8/2.
Adults: Whether you are new to swimming or preparing for a triathlon we teach all levels.
Please call 225-0656 and we will set up some lessons to suit your schedule.
Private Lessons: 6 / 30 minute classes. Inquire at 225-0656. Payment is due the 1st day of class.
Baby & Me: Class for infants between the ages 9-35 months, along with a loving adult. Cost: $40
Adult and child together, will learn all about aquatic safety, adjustment to a pool environment, and
movement in the water. Dates: 4 Saturdays, 7/11, 18, 25 & 8/1 Time: 9-35 months: 11:00-11:30 am
Friday Night Swimming Until 9:00 pm
We will stay open until 9:00 pm on Friday nights: June 3 rd – August 12th.
Bring the whole family and stay for a swim under the moon!
Pool Party Rental
Pool parties are the perfect way to spend summer evenings with family, friends, or co-workers.
The Aquatic Center is available: WED, FRI and SAT ~ 7:30-9:30pm and SUN ~ 6:30-8:30pm.
Reservations are required, 225-0656. Please call beginning March 1st. Dates fill up very quickly.
Cost: $400.00 - 3 lifeguards for up to 100 guests and the SNACK BAR is CLOSED.
$450.00 - w/ SNACK BAR OPEN. Regular snack bar prices will be charged.
Call for reservations 225-0656, return Signed Contract with Payment to:
OCAC, 1551 N. Hwy 393 ~ LaGrange, KY 40031 and your party is a go.
More than 100 guests will require more lifeguards at an additional fee of $25 per 1-50 additional guests.
Remember: No outside food is allowed inside the aquatic facility!
John W. Black Aquatic Center
~ Pool Pass Registration Form 2016 ~
Your Pool Pass will be ready the 1st day the pool opens – May 23rd @12 noon
____ Family Pool Pass (4 family members) $300.00
________ Family Pool Pass (3 family members) $240.00
________ Family Pool Pass (2 family members) $180.00
____ Individual Pass (13 yrs & up)
$120.00
____ Senior Pass (60 yrs & up)
$110.00
Parks & Rec.
A family pool pass is for family members that live in the same residence.
There is an additional fee of $25 for each additional family member over 4.
All patrons of OCAC must be 13 YEARS OLD to enter the facility alone.
Anyone 12 & under must be accompanied by a paying ADULT 18 yrs or older. No Exceptions!
Name: ___________________________________ Tele #(s): ____________/_____________
Address: ____________________________ City: ____________________ ZIP: ___________
# of Persons on this Pool Pass: ________
Total Amount Due: $ ____________
Pool Pass Cards will be available at the Pool Gate Opening Day, Saturday, May 28, 2016.
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Please list the name(s) that will be on the Pool Pass
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Please call 225-0656, after MAR 1st, for information or questions.
Mail Check and Form to:
OCAC Pool Pass
1551 N. Hwy 393
LaGrange, KY 40031
Relationship (son, etc)
~ Office use only ~
Check #: __________ Date: ____________
Check: $___________ Cash: $___________