About Us
The City of Sumter proudly announced the opening of the City of Sumter Aquatic Center located at 1115 S. Lafayette Blvd. adjacent to the South Hope Center on Saturday Morning August, 16th 2003. The Sumter Community will enjoy fun in the sun with the fabulous spray fountain, twister slide and swimming for all ages! Sign up for swimming lessons, lifeguard lessons and junior lifeguard classes! All classes began August 26th and open swim started that following Tuesday through Saturday 11:00 am to 6 pm and 2 pm to 6 pm on Sunday’s.
As the years have moved forward the attendance, lessons and events have grown by leaps and bounds. More than 25 employees, 23,000 swimmers and participants are served annually. The City of Sumter Aquatics Center is open from Memorial day weekend through the third weekend in October when the TriSumter Triathlon is held for all beginner triathlete's starting as young as twelve.
If you enjoy the recreation, education, health and fitness and sport of swimming then you will love the time spent at the City of Sumter Aquatics Center! For more information call 803-774-3998 or log on to www.sumterswim.com.
Fees and Pricing | Public | Military |
| Admissions | ||
| Infant (0-5 yrs) | Free | Free |
| Pool Patrons (5 yrs & up) | $3 | $2 |
| Senior Citizens (65 yrs & up) | $2 | $1 |
| Swimming Programs | ||
Swim Lessons | $35 | $28 |
| Swim Team (Annual Session) | $60 | $48 |
| Water Aerobics Class | Free | Free |
| Training Certification Programs | ||
| Jr. Lifeguard | $60 | $48 |
Jr. Lifeguard Pre-Course Swim Clinic (1 Week & 2 Week Options) | $15 $30 | $12 $24 |
| Lifeguard Certification | $100 | $80 |
| Lifeguard Recertification | $85 | $68 |
Lifeguard Waterfront Skills (Add On) & Recertification | $30 | $24 |
Lifeguard Waterpark Skills (Add On) & Recertification | $30 | $24 |
| Water Safety Instructor Certification | $85 | $68 |
| Water Safety Instructor Recertification | $70 | $56 |
CPR/ AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid Certifications & Recertification | $60 | $48 |
Safety Training for & Recertification | $40 | $32 |
| Rentals & Fees | ||
Daily Party Rental (During Public Swim) See "Pool Rentals" page for more information (TBA) | $25 | $20 |
Pool Rental (After Public Swim) See "Pool Rentals" page for more information (TBA) | $300 + $100 deposit | $240 + $100 deposit |
| Locker Rental | 50¢ | 50¢ |
| Lifejacket Rental | Free | Free |