Veterans Memorial Park Pool and Ice Arena

​General Information

If your child is not toilet trained, please have them wear a swim diaper or waterproof pants. For your safety and comfort, smoking, alcohol, glass containers and inflatable toys are prohibited. The City of Ann Arbor's four pools offer a variety of programs for all experience levels. This includes swim team, swim lessons as well as lap and public open swim times. There are also a wide range of rental opportunities at each facility for personal or business use. We do not allow outside swim instruction or coaching.

Deep End Testing

All children under the age of 12 must pass a deep end test to swim in the deep end. Deep end testing will be available at scheduled times throughout the day.  

Adult Swim

During open swimming, 10 minutes prior to every hour will be adult swim only. This is a great time to have children use the restroom, take a break, drink water, and reapply sunscreen. There will not be adult swim 10 minutes prior to the pool closing.

Tunes at Two

Swim, relax and jam! We plan to play music daily from 2-4 p.m.​

City of Ann Arbor Public Pool Rules

• All swimmers must take a shower before entering the pool.
• Everyone must wear a clean bathing suit with liner to enter the water.
• No running or horseplay.
• All children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by someone age 16 or older.
• All children under the age of 12 must pass a deep end test in order to swim in the deep end.
• Inflatables are not allowed in the pool (balls are permitted). All flotation devices must be U.S. Coast Guard approved.
• Diving is permitted only in the deep end of the pool. No flips, spin jumps, or back dives are allowed.
• No smoking.
• Snorkels, masks, fins, kickboards, and pull buoys are for lap swimming only.
• The City of Ann Arbor is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
• The wading pool is for children ages 7 and under accompanied by a parent or guardian. Parents and/or guardians must actively supervise their children.
• No glass containers are permitted within the pool area.
• The consumption of alcohol prior to or while visiting the pool is prohibited.
• Persons with infections, a communicable disease, or open skin irritations are not allowed in the pool.
• No spitting or otherwise polluting the pool.
• No pets are allowed on the pool deck.
• No animals are allowed in the pool.
• All food waste must be disposed of in garbage cans.

Weather Policy

We close for thunder and lightning and reopen when weather permits. We have a lightning detection system that makes an audible alert when lightning is detected in the area. No refunds are given for inclement weather. Swim lessons continue rain or shine.

Ann Arbor Octopods Swim Team

Join the Ann Arbor Octopods Swim Team!

The Ann Arbor Octopods Swim Team is a fun and competitive program for swimmers ages 5–17. With four sessions throughout the year, swimmers can continue to develop their skills and enjoy the sport year-round. Registration is required for each session.

During the fall, winter, and spring, practices are held at Mack Indoor Pool, and the team competes in the SMSL league. In the summer, training moves outdoors to Buhr and Vet’s pools, where the team competes in the WISC league.

To join the team, swimmers must be able to swim one length of the pool using front crawl. Whether you're looking to build confidence, refine your strokes, or race in competitions, the Octopods provide a great opportunity to grow as a swimmer while being part of a team!

Team Contact Information

Have questions or want to talk to a coach? Contact us at octopods@a2gov.org