COVID-19 UPDATE: POOLS ARE OPEN FOR INDIVIDUAL LAP SWIM AND PRIVATE SWIMMING LESSONS ONLY DURING TIER 3. GROUP SWIM LESSONS, FAMILY SWIM, AND AQUA FIT CLASSES WILL NOT BE OFFERED.
Members can reserve a 45-minute spot for lap swimming in the Aquatics Center pools. Reservations are required through McGaw MindBody and can be made up to seven days in advance. Learn more about private swimming lessons here.
RESERVE YOUR SPOT
STEP 1: Click on any link below to open the schedule for reservations. This will launch McGaw MindBody online.
STEP 2: Click “SIGN UP NOW” next to any open time slot to begin reserving your spot. You can select a different day of the week using the calendar feature in the upper right-hand corner.
STEP 3: If you have a McGaw MindBody account already, you can sign in and complete your reservation. If you need to create an account, follow the prompts to create your account.
4-LANE POOL |
6-LANE POOL |
Aqua FitNot available in Tier 3 |
Family SwimNot available in Tier 3 |
For assistance with creating or accessing your account, or to request registration for classes via email, please contact reservations@mcgawymca.org.
AQUATICS CENTER SAFETY PROTOCOLS
McGaw has put careful thought and planning into the return of our swimming options. Following guidance from the CDC, DCEO, and the City of Evanston Health Department, we’ve modified our pool policies, practices, and procedures to ensure a safe and fun experience for every swimmer. Here’s what you can expect for your return to the Aquatics Center:
GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT RESERVATIONS
- Lap swimming and continuous Aqua Jogging will be offered by reservation only and will be limited to one person per lane with no exceptions.
- At this time, only current, active McGaw Members ages 16 and above may make lane reservations.
- Reservations are for a 45-minute session.
- You may reserve a lane no more than 3 times per week. The week runs Monday–Sunday.
- Space is limited. When a timeslot is full, you may register for the waitlist. Reservations open seven days prior.
CHECK-IN
- Mandatory temperature checks and health screening prior to entry into the building.
- Swimmers will be allowed on deck up to 5 minutes prior to the start of their reservation time.
- Please allow time to find parking, check in with the Membership Staff and complete the Wellness Check (see New Procedures on the Welcome Back page)
- If you are not present within five minutes of your reservation start time and the timeslot is full, we will transfer your spot to a waitlist/walk-in member.
ON-DECK POLICIES
- We ask that all swimmers come to deck showered and with their suits on. Please read the most recent information about Locker Rooms here.
- Please check-in with the Aquatics Staff in the Lifeguard Office on the 6-Lane Pool Deck. They will assign lanes upon entry.
- Those with ADA needs or who need assistance will be assigned lanes first.
- We will provide a basket at the end of your lane for your personal belongings. This basket is sanitized before and after your reservation by Aquatics Staff. We recommend placing your belongings in a waterproof bag, as they will need to remain at the space provided by your lane.
- Equipment will be unavailable for use. Please bring your personal equipment if you plan on using it during your workout.
- Use of the starting blocks is not permitted.
- The hot tub is closed.
- One long whistle blow will occur at the 45 min mark of every hour signaling the end of your swim time. Please exit the water and deck promptly after.
- Masks required at all times for all staff and participants over the age of 3 except while swimming in the pool.
- All swimmers will exit through the exit nearest the 6-lane pool which leads you to Maple Ave
- No spectators, parents, or coaches are allowed on the pool deck or in the view areas. Only those with a lane reservation will be allowed in the building.
Learn more about general McGaw’s safety protocols and what to do before you visit.
