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1 Pool Plaza, Buffalo, NY 14223 * Phone: 716-876-7424 * Fax: 716-876-3943

Operational Hours

Monday-Friday 
8:00am- 11:30am
Starting March 1st we will open at 6:30am!
Kiddie pool not available
 
Tuesday-Friday
3:00pm -8:00pm
 
Saturday & Sunday
9:30am - 5:00pm
 
 All Single, Family and Veteran Swim Passes are permitted to use the facility during all operational hours. 
The purchase of a Senior Swim Pass will provide access to the facility during the morning sessions, Monday - Friday, only. 

 

We Are Bringing Fitness Programming Back!! 

Limited water classes, limited land fitness classes, and personal training will all return on March 1st!
Due to Covid19, many policies and measures have been put in place to ensure the health and safety of our patrons.
Our water classes have been scheduled to take place outside of our operating hours. This will ensure social distancing while enjoying the class in a safe environment.
During our land classes, social distancing and masks will be required at all times!
***All classes will be very limited in participant capacity***
We have planned for a monthly schedule to help out those that can't get into a class to have a chance for the next month!
 
Online registration will now be available to all participants!!
Registration schedule is as follows:
AFC Pool Members: Tuesday, February 16th - class start date
General Public: Tuesday, February 23rd - class start date
You may also register in person at the AFC
Click to See Our March Fitness Class Schedule

 

Our facility is adhering to strict Covid-19 policies. All patrons must wear a mask for their entire duration of a visit when not swimming in the pool. This includes the pool deck, locker-rooms, lobby, hallways, and any other viewing areas. The locker room showers are not available at this time; but there is a deck shower available for rising off (without soap). Our locker room space has been limited, as well as additional spacing between lockers. Lane sharing is not recommended at this time. No more than 2 public patrons should be in a lane at any time. At this time, the whirlpool, sauna and steam room will not be available to pool-goers.  Upon entry, visitors must answer a brief health screening.  At this time, spectators will not be allowed on the pool deck.  All patrons must be swimming when in the pool area.  Additionally, all fitness programming has been cancelled and/or paused.
We are working diligently to keep the facility safe and sanitized for all of our patrons each and every day.
 
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 CHECK OUT OUR 2021 RATES! 

Annual Pool Pass (paid in full)

Credit cards purchases will have an additional 3% charged.  ALL memberships will have an annual $36 maintenance charge.  Proof of residency is needed for all resident rates!  

Single

Resident - $204   Non-Resident - $300

Family

Resident - $240   Non-Resident - $360

Veteran

Resident - $120   Non-Resident - $180

Senior

Resident - $120   Non-Resident - $180

 

Annual Pool Pass Monthly Payment Option

All memberships will have an annual $36 maintenance charge that has been added into the first payment. Monthly deductions must be charged from a banking account.  To register, bring a voided check. This is an annual membership that is charged monthly. 

Membership Type

RESIDENT (proof of residency needed)

1st Payment / Monthly Rate

NON-RESIDENT

1st Payment / Monthly Rate

Single

$53.00      /      $17.00

$61.00      /      $25.00

Family

$56.00      /      $20.00

$66.00      /      $30.00

Veteran

$46.00      /      $10.00

$51.00      /      $15.00

Senior

$46.00      /      $10.00

$51.00      /      $15.00

 

2021 Walk In Rates

Daily Facility Walk In Fees

With the purchase of a daily pass, re-entry into the building is permitted with proof of receipt from that date.

Single Daily Fees

Daily Single Residents w/ Access Cards—$10

Daily Single Non-Residents & Walk-Ins—$12

Daily Guest of Member—$10

 

Family Daily Fees

Daily Resident Family w/ Access Cards—$15

Daily Non-Resident Family & Walk-Ins—$25

 

General Information

Make plans now to visit and join your state-of-the-art community recreation and family aquatic center. The Town of Tonawanda Aquatic Center brings new opportunities for you and your family. Learn to swim, spend time with the family and improve your muscle tone and much more. It offers something for everyone through its various programs and its 50-meter main pool, kiddie pool, sauna and steam room.

** At this time, the whirlpool, sauna and steam room will not be available to pool-goers.  We will have limited locker room capacity due to Covid-19 circumstances.**

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Swim Lesson Guide Information

The Aquatic and Fitness Center follows the swim lesson guidelines put in place by the American Red Cross. Taught by Red Cross Certified Lifeguards, lessons are offered throughout the whole calendar year. 

Due to Covid 19, lessons are not being taught at this time.    

Private Swim Lessons
At this time, private lessons will not be offered.  

Aerobics and Fitness Information

We are bringing fitness programming back!!!
Limited water classes, limited land fitness classes, and personal training will all return on March 1st!
Due to Covid19, many policies and measures have been put in place to ensure the health and safety of our patrons.
Our water classes have been scheduled to take place outside of our operating hours. This will ensure social distancing while enjoying the class in a safe environment.
During our land classes, social distancing and masks will be required at all times!
***All classes will be very limited in participant capacity***
We have planned for a monthly schedule to help out those that can't get into a class to have a chance for the next month!
 
Online registration will now be available to all participants!! Click HERE to see how!

Did you know that we offer Personal Trianing?

Our trainers have vast experience, fitness education and a wide variety of certifications.  Come in and meet one on one with a personal trainer to develop a customized program designed to meet all of your fitness goals.  Pricing Information

Click here for a "Personal Training Interest Packet"  

 

American Red Cross Classes
The Aquatic & Fitness Center offers dozens of American Red Cross Health and Safety Services classes throughout the year. These class are categorized as "Full" which is for people who need certification the first time or who have allowed a previous certification to lapse more than one month,"Review" courses which will review the course material using videos, textbooks, and question and answer sessions and "Challenge" courses which do not review the course materials but still requires passing all test components. Look at the various classes offered below.  Call the facility at 716-876-7424 for questions about registration.                                                

CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and Responding to First Aid Emergencies

This course teaches one- and two-rescuer CPR, use of an AED, responding to first aid emergencies, the use of resuscitation masks and bag-valve masks for ventilating victims, and how to respond in special rescue situations.  Also, prepare you to respond to basic emergencies and recognize and care for injuries while using the EMS system.  The certification qualifies as a NYS Teachers' and Coaches' requirement. 

Lifeguard Training

Lifeguarding is taught by our certified American Red Cross Instructors who work i the field year round.  Each course we offer includes CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and Health Care Provider and responding to first aid emergencies, Administering Emergency Oxygen. (Only Full and Review courses are available).  Blended full courses are taught at our facility, requiring participants to complete approximately 7 hours of online content in addition to the in class hours for each class. 

Prerequisites: 15 years old by the last day of class; swim 300 yards using front crawl and breaststroke; swim one length, retrieve a 10 pound brick in 7 to 10 feet of water and carry it back to starting point using only your legs, and exit the pool in one minute, forty seconds; and tread water without hands for two minutes.


Lifeguard Training Instructor

The Lifeguard Training Instructor course teaches one to plan and teach the Lifeguard Training and other associated courses.

This course is not being offered at this time. 

Registration Information

In order to register for any of the American Red Cross classes, you can stop in at the Aquatic & Fitness Center or  go to our Online Registration and Tee Time page. 

** If you do not have an online account, stop by the Aquatic & Fitness Center to register and/or create an account**

To register Online:

1. Go to https://parksreg.tonawanda.ny.us

2. Sign in to your account

3. Search for desired course

4. Register for desired course

When you do register, please be sure to review all information contained within this section.  Some other items to keep in mind are as follows:

  1. Register early.  Do not delay in registering as doing so may result in that class being full.
  2. You must register at least one week prior to the first day of class.
  3. All class fees are due at registration.
  4. Please plan on attending all classes as scheduled.  If you have or foresee a conflict, register for another class.  We cannot offer classes for one student particularly if the class requires other students ( and not manikins) to perform required skills.
  5. It is the responsibility of students enrolled in a review course to provide their own resuscitation masks.
  6. Textbooks may be actual books or digital copies available from www.redcross.org and downloaded onto laptops, tablets of phones and must be used by students during the class.
  7. Days, times, and fees are subject to change.
  8. Classes may be cancelled due to insufficient interest.

Please call us at 716-876-7424 with any additional questions you may have.


Pool & Classroom Party Packages

At this time, party rentals will not be offered due to Covid-19 circumstances.  We hope to offer in the near future. 

Outside Programs Found at the AFC
The Aquatic & Fitness Center also hosts outside organizations like the Aquettes Synchronized Swimming Team, the Titans Swim Club, and Dip 'N Dive scuba diving classes. Check out their websites for more information.

We also welcome other organizations for special programming needs.  Call us for more information!

Online Registration
In order to register online and to check the most current schedules, please go to online registration or click on the arrow at the top of the page. View the online registration instructions for a step by step guide to registering online.

Due to Covid-19 circumstances, all programming, aside from American Red Cross classes, have been paused at this time.  Please check our website and Facebook page for updates. 

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