Pools Around Westfield: Where To Swim This Summer

WESTFIELD, 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 Westfield 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 send an email.

The Westfield Memorial Pool and Aquatic Complex, 713 Cumberland St. in Westfield, opens on June 5, then goes full-time June 24. It's 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 information and registration.

Westfield Area YMCA, 1220 Clark St. in Westfield, offers group and individual instructional swim, lifeguard training, water fitness and the Devilfish Swim Team. Click here for more information.

Summit Family Aquatic Center, 100 Ashwood Ave., Summit. Residents and a limited number of non-residents can use the center. It opens for weekends and holidays May 29 and full-time June 17. According to the website, "The Summit Family Aquatic Center boasts an award-winning facility, recognized for both design and programming by the New Jersey Recreation and Parks Association as well as Aquatics International." Click here for information.

Summit Area YMCA, 490 Morris Ave. The Summit Y has two heated 25-yard pools available year-round. They also make use of their new Berkeley Heights Community Pool; see directly below. Find out more about the Summit Y and its pools here.

Berkeley Heights Community Pool at the YMCA, 59 Locust Ave., Berkeley Heights. The pool boasts an Olympic-sized, outdoor, heated pool, two diving boards, zero-entry kiddie pool, playground and pool house surrounded by beautiful landscaping. Offering you hours of opportunities to enjoy quality leisure time with family, lap swim, aquatic exercise classes, first time water experiences for infants and toddlers, summer camp, swim lessons, competitive swim, social events and more. More information is here.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Cranford Orange Avenue Pool, 1025 Orange Ave., opens in May and offers swim lessons and more. The town also has an indoor pool. Find out more here.

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