The 22,300-square-foot aquatic center includes a zero-depth-entry leisure pool with play features and a water slide. The leisure pool reaches a maximum depth of 3 feet, 6 inches. The aquatic center also has a four-lane lap pool, which is available for lap swim, water aerobics, open swim, and swimming lessons.
Additional indoor aquatic center amenities include a sauna, whirlpool, and men’s, women’s, and family changing rooms. Local artist Greg Preslicka created the murals in the pools.
Learn more about Shakopee aquatics, including swimming lessons and water aerobics.
All rules are subject to change. Lifeguards may inform you of other policies. Please follow their directions.
Indoor Aquatic Center Features and Rules
Infants and toddlers ages 0-6 can play in the zero-entry pool before the center opens to the public! The slides and play features are closed to other swimmers at this time, so it's a perfect opportunity to bring kids who want a calmer pool experience.
- Pool toys will be available; non-inflatable, clean pool toys can also be brought.
- A lifeguard will be on duty. Adult supervision is required, and adults must be in the water with their children.
- Each session requires participants to exit the facilities before regular hours.
- Only U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets may be worn. No other flotation devices allowed.
- Resident & non-resident children's daily rates apply. Adults are free.
Tot Time Hours
- There will be indoor Tot Time on Thursdays 9-10:30 a.m. and Sundays 9:30-11 a.m.
- There will be Tot Time at SandVenture Aquatic Park from 9:15-10:45 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays from June 13th - August 16th.
Check our weekly schedule for possible changes. Call the front desk at 952-233-9500 for updates.
* Please note, the capacity for Tot Time is set to ensure patron safety.
Check-In and Admission
- Required check-in at guest service counter.
- Daily fee applies or is free with family membership. All individuals coming past the front desk must pay the daily fee or have a membership.
- Party room rentals: Admission and supervision requirements apply.
Supervision
- Anyone under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Children ages 6 and under must be actively supervised by an individual aged 16 + within arm's reach.
- Supervision requirements for kids of different ages.
- Kids 4 and under - 1:3
- Kids 5 to 9 - 1:6
- Kids 10+ - 1:10
- Jean pants, cut-off shorts, undergarments, and thong swim bottoms are not allowed in the pools, spa, or sauna.
- Heavy clothing that may inhibit swimming ability is not allowed in deep areas of the pool due to safety concerns.
- Swim diapers are required for children who are not potty trained.
- U.S. Coast Guard life jackets are permitted, except on slides. No other flotation devices are permitted. An individual age 16+ must be in the water within arm’s reach of the individual in a life jacket.
- Fins and snorkels may only be used by individuals doing lap swim.
- Mermaid tails are not allowed.
- Water play items: Clean, safe, non-inflatable items that do not interfere with other patrons are permitted.
- Use of any items is at the discretion of aquatics staff.
Green Slide
- 48” minimum height requirement.
- Lay down position only, feet forward.
- Goggles, lifejackets, and other loose items such as glasses or hats are not permitted on the slide.
Blue Slide
- Feet forward only. Children riding with adults must be seated on the slide.
- Goggles and life jackets are not permitted.
Beaver Slide
- Feet forward only.
- For kids 2 to 4.
- Goggles and life jackets are not permitted.
- Minimum age: 15
- Swimsuits or clothing required. No nudity or undergarments.
- Use of essential oils is not permitted.
- Use of pool water on sauna rocks is not permitted. Water is available from the drinking fountain or the locker room sink.
- Patrons must shower after using the sauna and before entering the pools.
- Diaper changing on the pool deck is prohibited.
- Individuals under 18 will need a youth access tag to enter the Community Center.
- Children ages 6 and under must be actively supervised by an individual aged 16 + within arms reach.
- The aquatic center is not responsible for lost or stolen articles.
- Smoking is prohibited in the Community Center and on City-owned property.
- Any person suspected of being under the influence of alcohol or drugs shall be prohibited from the facility. Alcohol and tobacco use is prohibited.
- Domestic animals are not permitted in the pool enclosure, showers, or dressing rooms.
- No diving in water under 5 feet. Diving is not permitted except in areas that comply with Minnesota Rules, part 4717.3750.
- Mermaid tails are not allowed.
- No person with or suspected of having a communicable disease that could be transmitted through the use of the pool shall work at or use any public pool.
- A person with any considerable area of exposed subepidermal tissue, open blisters, or cuts must be warned that these may become infected and should be advised not to use the pool.
- Any person using a public pool must take a cleansing shower using warm water and soap, and thoroughly rinse off all soap before entering the pool enclosure. A user leaving the pool to use the toilet must take a second cleansing shower before returning to the pool enclosure. A person who exercises, applies lotion, or uses the sauna must shower before using the pool.
- Spitting, spouting water from the mouth, and blowing the nose in the pool is prohibited.
- No running or boisterous or rough play, except supervised water sports, is permitted in the pool, in dressing rooms or shower rooms, on play structures, or on the pool deck.
- No kickboards, noodles, water weights, or snorkels allowed during open swim. Equipment reserved for fitness/lap swim use only.
- Staff may inform you of other rules and policies, please follow their direction.