Bainbridge Island Recreation Center

BIRC Pool

The outdoor pool operates seasonally, depending on weather conditions. The 23-yard pool has three lap lanes, open recreational space, walk-in entry stairs, and an ADA chair lift. The pool deck has tables, chairs, and umbrellas for facility users.

BIRC Pool Calendar

BIRC Pool Age Requirements

Children ages six and under must have an adult (ages 16 and over) in the water within arm’s reach or have a Park District swim license.

All individuals ages 1-13 must have an adult in the facility.

Lap swimmers must be over eight years old and have a Level 4 swimming skill and Swim License. All lap swimmers must swim continuously.

Locker Room Rules

Children ages six and over must use gender-appropriate locker rooms.

Swim License/Float Test

Children ages six and under must pass the Swim License Test to be in the BIRC pool without a parent. Children ages six and under must have their parent or legal guardian present for the test duration and swim. For more information, please contact the Aquatic Center Front Desk at (206) 842-2302.

Please complete and submit the Swimming License Form.

Not sure if you have Swim License? Check with our Swim Test Name Look Up!

Lap Swim

At least one lane is open for continuous lap swimming. Lap swimmers must be ages eight and over and have Level 4 swimming skills.

Lap Lanes and Sharing

Schedule subject to change; please check the Google calendar before your visit. 

Recreational Swim

Recreational swim is an unstructured swim time for individuals and families to be physically active in fun and upbeat, low-impact ways. Children under seven years old who are not Level 4 swimmers must have an adult (ages 16 and over) in the water within arm’s reach. Those under eight years old must have an adult in the facility.

Schedule subject to change; please check the Google calendar before your visit. 

Fees and Passes

Pool access is included with membership.

Non-member pool access requires the purchase of a day pass or a punch pass. Discover membership and admission options here.

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