Outdoor Pools Near Opening Dates In Arlington Heights

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL — It's nearing outdoor pool season and things could look quite differently than they did one year ago. While a number of area pools either delayed opening in 2020 or were forced to close at times due to coronavirus outbreaks, this summer's season appears to be much more promising.

Pioneer Pool and the Recreation Park pool will open first on May 29 followed by the other three Arlington Heights pools in June. The district said all schedules, opening dates, and closing dates are subject to change based on the current guidance issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health.

"We are aware of the Governor's announcement today that Bridge will start May 14 and that Phase 5 could start as early as June 11," the Park District said on its website. "We are working on plans for both and will have more to share in the days to come on how things like pools, camps, programs, and facilities will evolve. Until May 14, we remain under Phase 4 guidance."

There are two options for admission, according to the Park District.

Option 1 — Purchase the ARC Plus or Splash pass. Monthly or annual options are available. There is a minimum six-month commitment. There is no summer only pass option for summer 2021.

• Family SplashPass – annual $300/monthly $27
• Couple SplashPass – annual $216/monthly $20
• Individual SplashPass – annual $180/monthly $17

Beginning June 1 (extended from May 1)

• Family SplashPass – annual $330/monthly $30
• Couple SplashPass – annual $238/monthly $22
• Individual SplashPass – annual $198/monthly $19

Option 2 - Punch cards are available for individuals in 2, 4, and 6 amount options. Punch cards are for individual users and cannot be shared. Each person needed their own punch card. Punch cards will work for open swim and lap swim only. They will not work for ARC fitness centers or any fitness class, including water exercise.

• Punch cards are valid from May 29 through Sept. 26.
• Non-refundable
• On sale beginning May 15.
• 2 punches - $14
• 4 punches - $24
• 6 punches - $30

Currently, memberships and punch cards are available for residents only.

For more information and on the Arlington Heights Park District's plans with regard to the pool schedule, visit https://www.ahpd.org/programs/...

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