Aquatics

Bison Ridge Schedule

Current Pool & Water Fitness Schedule

Please note pool is closed until 11:30 a.m. the third Sunday of every month for staff training requirements.

Eagle Pointe Schedule

Current Pool & Water Fitness Schedule

Please note pool is closed until 11:45 a.m. the fourth Sunday of every month for staff training requirements

Swimming Lessons

We follow the Starfish Aquatic Institute’s (SAI) curriculum. SAI is an internationally recognized water safety training and certification agency with the mission of reducing drowning and saving lives. In preparation for these changes, our staff underwent training on the new curriculum, as well as training to develop them further as skilled instructors.

To help alleviate the challenges with registering and the long waiting lists, the structure of our program has changed to be a learner-based structure, broken into different colors. Please refer to the lesson matrix in the drop down menus below to see the skills needed to move out of each level. If your child is unable to independently complete any of the benchmarks or skill steps listed for any given level, that level is the most appropriate for your child at this time.

White Lessons

If the student:

  • Is afraid of water, or
  • Can’t swim at all, or
  • Will not get face wet

Place/Register in White

Red Lessons

If the student:

  • Can
    • Submerge for at least 5 seconds, and
    • Will jump in
  • But cannot
    • Float relaxed (front and back) on the surface without support

Place/Register in Red

Yellow Lessons

If the student:

  • Can
    • Jump in and come up on the back and float for at least 5 seconds
  • But cannot
    • Move forward through the water 10 ft (3m), change direction, and come back

Place/Register in Yellow

Blue Lessons

If the student:

  • Can
    • Move through the water 10 ft (3m), change direction, and come back
  • But cannot
    • Tread water for at least 15 seconds

Place/Register in Blue

Green Lessons

If the student:

  • Can
    • Tread water for at least 15 seconds
  • But cannot
    • Swim basic freestyle stroke with “swim – roll– swim” or rotary (side) breathing

Place/Register in Green

Stroke School 1

If the student:

  • Has
    • Successfully completed Swim School Green, and can
    • Tread water and survival float at least 30 seconds
  • But
    • Needs to learn or refine freestyle and/or backstroke technique

Place/Register in Stroke School 1

Stroke School 2

If the student:

  • Can
    • Swim 25 yards freestyle stroke with “rotary (side) breathing”, and
    • Swim 25 yards backstroke
  • and
    • Needs to learn or refine butterfly and/or breaststroke technique

Place/Register in Stroke School 2

Private Swimming Lessons

If an instructor is available to accommodate your requested days and times, the instructor will reach out to you directly via the phone number provided in the request to schedule the first lesson.

If we are unable to accommodate a private lesson request within 1 month, the request will be removed from the interest list and an email notification will be sent. Inability to accommodate lesson requests is most often due to availability issues. If a lesson request has been removed and you would like to remain on the interest list, a new request form with an updated availability will be required.

  • Lesson requests are subject to staff availability and available pool space and cannot be guaranteed.
  • Participants may complete up to 8 lessons per lesson request.
  • There may be times when we will not accept new lesson requests. If this is the case, please check back later.

Submit a Private Lesson Request

Additional Important Information

Pool Parties

The process for booking pool parties at our facilities has changed to be easier than ever! Now, you can see what days and times are available online via a calendar before booking the party online yourself! You’ll select your preferred party location and option, decide whether you want to upgrade your party to a decorated party (decorated parties are only available at Bison Ridge), and pay directly online, booking your party up to 90 days in advance. Staff then finalize pool party bookings, taking a maximum of 5 business days. Once your party has been finalized, you will receive an email letting you know if your permit has been approved.

  • Payment in full is due at the time of the booking.
  • Pool parties are taxed and the listed prices do not include taxes.
  • Decorated parties are only an option at Bison Ridge.
  • Pool parties are not finalized until your permit has been approved. Please allow 2-4 business days for your permit to be reviewed.

Step by Step Process to Book a Pool Party

  • Log into your ActiveNet account
  • Select the “Reservations” tab on the top left of the page
  • Search “Pool Party” in the search bar
  • Select your desired party option:
    • Bison Ridge:
      • Little Bear Peak or Sunshine Peak are single room (20 person) parties
      • Little Bear/Sunshine is a double room (40 person) party
    • Eagle Pointe:
      • Arkansas at Eagle Pointe is a 30 person party
  • Input number of attendees
    • Be aware that you cannot exceed the max capacity of the selected party
  • Check calendar for party availability
  • Select available party date/time
  • If desired, select decorated party option and preferred color scheme
    • Be aware that there is an additional fee for the upgraded decorated party
    • Decorated parties are only available at Bison Ridge
  • Carefully read through/agree to safety/rental waivers
  • Provide payment in full at the time of the booking
  • Click to reserve party
  • Wait for an email from a staff member letting you know if your permit has been approved

Pool Accessibility

Access to the swimming pool includes zero-depth stairs with rails, an accessible ramp with rails, and a wheelchair accessible Gallatin Power hydro-lift.

Pool Attire & Safety

For your enjoyment, please observe the following safety guidelines and pool policies during your visit.

Instructions from Lifeguard Must be Obeyed at All Times

  • Please be courteous. Foul language, horseplay, fighting or abusive behavior will not be tolerated.

Proper Swim Attire is Required

  • Basketball shorts, other sportswear, cotton, or any other clothing that is not specifically made for use in a swimming pool is prohibited.
  • Personal safety devices must be removable and non-inflatable. Water wings, flotation suits, and swim trainers are not allowed.

Age Requirements

  • Children age 5 and younger must be accompanied in the water and within arm's reach by and adult age 18 or over.
  • A person age 16 or older must remain on the pool deck and directly supervise any child between the ages of 6 and 11 in the pool.
  • Children age 12 and older may swim without adult supervision.
  • A swim test must be passed by any patron wishing to swim in the deep end regardless of age.
  • Children who are not toilet trained must wear swim diapers.

Additional Guidelines

  • Changing clothes on deck is prohibited.
  • Acceptable personal pool equipment includes noodles, kickboards, beach balls, dive sticks, other soft balls, and infant inflatables with a seat in the bottom; however use of all items is up to the discretion of the lifeguard.
  • Flotation devices are not allowed in any area where the user cannot touch the bottom of the pool.
  • Use of facility aquatic equipment is not allowed during open swim times.
  • Diving is only allowed in the 9 foot area.
  • No running
  • All swimmers must shower before entering the pool area.
  • Food, gum, alcohol, and glass containers are not allowed in the pool area. Drinks in sealable, spill proof containers are permitted.
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