Pools Around Scotch Plains-Fanwood: Where To Swim This Summer

SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ — Summer is just around the corner, and you may be planning now to find activities to keep the kids busy — and cool. An obvious summer favorite pastime is spending those hot afternoons at the local pool.

The state recently issued guidance for pools to follow, so they can safely operate during the coronavirus pandemic.

So where near Scotch Plains and Fanwood can you take a dip? We've compiled this guide of local pools to help you and your family stay cool this summer.

If you know of a great spot we missed, share it in the comments or email alexis.tarrazi@patch.com.

Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA, 1340 Martine Ave. in Scotch Plains, offer swim lessons for kids and adults, aquatic fitness classes, lifeguard training, tri-club and a competitive swim team. Click here for more information.

Highland Swim Club, 1235 Martine Ave. in Scotch Plains, provides fun recreational swimming activities for families in Union County. Highland is known for its laid-back, friendly atmosphere, competitive team, hospitality and fun-loving members. Click here for more information.

JCC of Central New Jersey, 1391 Martine Ave. in Scotch Plains, the Aquatics program offers a swim team, lessons and classes. Click here for more information.

Willow Grove Swim Club, 1 Evelyn St. in Scotch Plains, offers a 25-meter "L" shaped pool, separate and gated baby pool, swim lessons, sandbox, basketball, ping-pong, volleyball, tether ball, children's play structure, and a large picnic area. Click here for more information.

Westfield Pool Complex, 713 Cumberland St. in Westfield, is a public swimming facility open to both Westfield and non-Westfield residents. The Pool Complex offers a large main 50-meter pool that is 165' x 75', a diving pool with two diving boards, an eight-lane competitive lap pool, two large water slides, a two-foot children’s pool, a zero-entry children's training pool, a newly renovated splash pad, a snack bar, a picnic area, a private playground, and large grass areas. Click here for more information.

Life Time, 25 Connell Dr. in Berkeley Heights, is a luxury gym with indoor and outdoor lap and leisure pools. Click here for more information.

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