Aquatics
Come feel the sun on your face and enjoy the beauty of our outdoor space. The Warren Hawkins Aquatic Center located in Gaines Park is a full-service facility where everyone from kids to adults can come to swim, splash, and learn. Find the program perfect for you, whether you're learning how to swim, taking a water exercise class, or becoming a certified lifeguard.
General Aquatic Center Information
Lead Lifeguard: Evan Kaufmann
Main Line: (561) 804-4961
Address: 1501 N. Australian Ave. West Palm Beach, FL 33401
The Warren Hawkins Aquatic Center located in Gaines Park is an 8-lane, 25 meter facility with two deep water slides, a wading pool, and a splash pad that is accessible from the pool deck and the park. The facility provides shaded areas and places for families to gather and take a break from their swimming. The facility is fully accessible and offers programming for all ages and abilities. Some programs include: Learn to Swim, Water Fitness, Water Safety Instructor, and American Red Cross Classes.
The City of West Palm Beach also partners with the Drowning Prevention Coalition of Palm Beach County. The Drowning Prevention Coalition provides vouchers for free or reduced-cost swim lessons for qualified children ages 2 to 12. For more information call Drowning Prevention Coalition at (561) 616-7068 or visit their website.
Classes
Open and Lap Swim
Open and lap swimming is offered at the Warren Hawkins Aquatic Center for kids, adults, and families to enjoy. Pool hours may change based on demand.
Admission Fees
Resident Fees:
- $1 for 15 years old and under
- $2 for 16 years old and older
Non-resident Fees:
- $1 for 15 years old and under
- $2.50 for 16 years old and older
Fall Schedule
Dates: August 9 - November 27, 2024
Times:
- Monday and Wednesday: 3:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
- Saturday: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
- Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday: Closed
Learn to Swim Program
The best thing anyone can do to stay safe in and around water is to learn to swim. Drowning remains the second-leading cause of injury-related death for children ages 1 to 12 years old. The courses listed below are based on a combination of age, skills, and completion of prerequisites. If you are unsure of the proper level, please contact us at (561) 804-4961 to schedule a free assessment of your child's skills.
Fall Learn to Swim
| 2 Day Per Week Courses |
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| Day(s): Mondays and Wednesdays |
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| Session 1: August 5 - August 28, 2024 |
Registration Deadline: August 1 |
| Session 2: September 2 - September 25, 2024 |
Registration Deadline: August 28 |
| Session 3: September 30 - October 23, 2024 |
Registration Deadline: September 25 |
| Session 4: October 28 - November 20, 2024 |
Registration Deadline: October 23 |
| Times: 5:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. |
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| 6:10 p.m. - 6:40 p.m. |
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| 6:50 p.m. - 7:20 p.m. |
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| Fees: $45 Resident/ 8- day session |
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| $55 Non-resident/ 8-day session |
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| Min/Max: 4/6 |
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Weekend Courses
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| Day(s): Saturdays |
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| Session 1: August 3 - September 21, 2024 |
Registration Deadline: August 1 |
| Session 2: October 5 - November 16, 2024 |
Registration Deadline: October 2 |
| Times: 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. |
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| 10:40 a.m. - 11:10 a.m. |
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| 11:20 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. |
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| 12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m. |
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| Fees: $45 Resident/ 8-day session |
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| $55 Non-resident/ 8-day session |
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| Min/Max: 4/6 |
Lifeguard Courses
At the Warren Hawkins Aquatic Center, we offer lifeguarding and water safety courses from trained professionals who will help you gain the skills and confidence necessary for providing care and instructions when it's needed most. Become certified or earn your recertification by registering for one of the courses below.
Lifeguarding Course - Blended Learning
Not sure about where to work this summer? Lifeguarding is a rewarding and fun summer job that also teaches communication skills and leadership to prepare you for college and beyond. You will also learn the skills and knowledge needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies.
A portion of this course must be completed online prior to the first day of class.
Prerequisites:
- Must be 15 years old or older.
- Swim 300 yards continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing using the front crawl and breaststroke.
- Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs.
- Complete the following in 1 minute and 40 seconds: surface dive, feet-first or head-first, to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object without the aid of swim goggles.
Length:
This course takes approximately 26 hours to complete.
Age:
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15 year old and older |
Fees:
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$250 for Residents
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$305 for Non-residents
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WebTrac #:
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124140
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Min. / Max. Enrollment:
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6 / 12
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| Time: |
9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Session 1: |
Saturdays, September 14 - 28, 2024 |
| Registration Deadline: |
September 3 |
| For registration, contact (561) 804-4961 (TTY: 800-955-8771). |
Water Safety Today
This course presents information regarding various hazards of specific aquatic environments and how to avoid and respond to emergencies in and around water. Home and community pool safety education is also discussed. This course satisfies the Florida Statute requirement for foster families and individuals adopting a child.
Ages: All ages
Dates: Call (561) 804-4961 (TTY: 800-955-8771) for an appointment.
Fees*:
- $15 for Residents
- $18.75 for Non-residents
CPR/AED/First Aid Courses
Seventy percent of drownings happen in the home! Hands-only CPR is not best in a case of a drowning because the person's primary problem is lack of oxygen. Full CPR with compressions and breaths saves lives. Statistics show that the earlier CPR/AED is initiated, the greater the chances of survival. In fact, over 100,000 to 200,000 lives of adults and children could be saved each year if CPR were performed early enough.
Ages: 12 and older
Dates: Call (561) 804-4961 (TTY: 800-955-8771) to make an appointment.
Fees:
- $50 for Resident CPR/AED
- $60 for Non-resident CPR/AED
- $60 for Resident CPR/AED/First Aid
- $75 for Non-resident CPR/AED/First-Aid
Enrollment capacity: 5 (min.) / 20 (max.)
