Welcome to Bender Pool
Bender Pool is an indoor pool, open year-round. The pool is ADA accessible and is equipped with a hydraulic chair and sloping steps in addition to traditional pool ladders.
The pool also has a slide and a basketball hoop. Bender Pool's locker rooms are equipped with showers, hairdryers, electrical outlets, baby changing tables, and lockers. Bring your own padlock or rent one.
The locker rooms are open and available. Patrons are encouraged to come dressed to swim.
The Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation Department offers swimming lessons for all ages, special swims for youths, as well as water programs for adults at Bender Pool.
Post Summer Season (August 21 - September 1)
This schedule is in effect through September 1, 2023. It is subject to change and may vary around the holidays, special activities, maintenance needs, and other events or issues.
Water Exercise | $6.25 or pass
(Ages 15+) This instructor-led class concentrates on stretching, strengthening, flexibility, and range-of-motion exercises. This is a drop-in program, no registration required. Current season pass or punch pass may be used.
| Days | Time |
| Monday/Wednesday/Friday | 9-9:55 AM |
| Monday/Wednesday | 5:30-6:25 PM |
Adult 18+ Swim | $5.25 or pass
(Ages 18+) Open swim for adults only.
| Days | Time |
| Tuesday/Thursday | 9-9:55 AM |
| Monday/Wednesday/Friday | 10-10:55 AM |
| Monday/Wednesday/Friday | 1-3 PM |
Lap Swim | $5.50 or pass
(Ages 15+) Take time for yourself! This is a good time for water walking.
| Days | Time |
| Monday/Wednesday/Friday | 11 AM-12:45 PM |
| Monday/Wednesday | 6:30-7:25 PM |
Fall Season (September 5 - November 26)
This schedule is in effect through November 26, 2023. It is subject to change and may vary around the holidays, special activities, maintenance needs, and other events or issues. Bender Pool will be closed September 4 (Labor Day), November 10 & 11 (Veterans Day), November 23 & 24 (Thanksgiving).
Open Swim | $5.75 or pass
(All Ages) Open swim for all ages. Large inflatables will be in the pool on WIBIT Days: September 8 & 22, October 6, and November 3. The deep end is open the remaining Fridays of each month. Food, water toys, tubes, noodles, etc. are not allowed.
| Days | Time |
| Friday (Begins 9/8 - No swim 10/27, 11/10, 11/24) | 3:30-7:30 PM |
| Sunday (Begins 9/11) | 1-4 PM |
Friday Night Spooky Swim | $2
(All Ages) Celebrate Halloween at Bender Pool and receive a bag of treats as you leave. No preregistration required.
| Days | Time |
| Friday, October 27 | 6-8:30 PM |
Thanksgiving Swim | $2
(All Ages) School is out! Enjoy a swim at Bender Pool!
| Days | Time |
| Wednesday, November 11 | 1-4 PM |
Water Exercise | $6.25 or pass
(Ages 15+) This instructor-led class concentrates on stretching, strengthening, flexibility, and range-of-motion exercises. This is a drop-in program, no registration required. Current season pass or punch pass may be used.
| Days | Time |
| Monday/Wednesday/Friday (Begins 9/6 - Ends 11/22. No class 11/10) | 9-9:55 AM |
| Monday/Wednesday (Begins 9/6 - Ends 11/20) | 5:30-6:25 PM |
Adult 18+ Swim | $5.25 or pass
(Ages 18+) Open swim for adults only.
| Days | Time |
| Tuesday/Thursday (Begins 9/5 - No swim 11/23) | 9-9:55 AM |
| Monday/Wednesday/Friday (No swim 11/10, 11/24) | 10-10:55 AM |
| Monday/Wednesday/Friday (Begins 9/6 - No swim 11/10, 11/22, 11/24) | 1-3 PM |
Lap Swim | $5.50 or pass
(Ages 15+) Take time for yourself! This is a good time for water walking. The baby pool will be closed.
| Days | Time |
| Monday/Wednesday/Friday (Begins 9/6 - No swim 11/10, 11/24) | 11 AM-12:45 PM |
| Monday/Wednesday (Begins 9/6 - No swim 11/10, 11/22) | 6:30-7:25 PM |
| Saturday (Begins 9/9 - No swim 11/25) | 7:30-8:45 AM |
| Sunday (Begins 9/10) | 11:15 AM-12:45 PM |
Open Kayak/Canoe Practice | $10
(10+ yrs.) Practice skills (strokes and rolls) in the controlled environment of Bender Pool in this drop-in program co-sponsored by Linn County Conservation. Experienced paddlers will be on hand to offer tips and suggestions. Bring your own equipment. No registration required.
| Days | Time |
| Sunday, October 29 | 4:30-6:30 PM |
| Sunday, November 12 | 4:30-6:30 PM |
| Sunday, November 26 | 4:30-6:30 PM |
| Sunday, December 10 | 4:30-6:30 PM |
| Sunday, January 7 | 4:30-6:30 PM |
| Sunday, January 21 | 4:30-6:30 PM |
| Sunday, February 4 | 4:30-6:30 PM |
| Sunday, February 18 | 4:30-6:30 PM |
| Sunday, March 3 | 4:30-6:30 PM |
Season Passes and Punch/Group Passes
Punch Pass
- May be used by an individual, a group, transferred to another person, or used by a family or group for any age appropriate public swims and water exercise classes. No photo required.
- Purchase passes at the Parks & Recreation Department office in the City Services Center or the Northwest Recreation Center. They cannot be purchased online.
- 20 Punches - $83 Non-refundable
Individual and Senior 60+ Swim Passes
- May only be used by the pass holder for age appropriate Open Swim, Adult Swim, Lap Swim/Water Walking, and Water Exercise.
- Pass is valid September 5, 2023, through May 19, 2024.
Fees:
|
Individual |
Senior 60+ Non-resident $161 Resident $151 |
Purchase Passes
Purchase season passes in person and get your photo taken at the NW Recreation Center, 1340 11th Street NW, or the Parks and Recreation office in the City Services Center, 500 15th Avenue SW, during regular business hours. Last year's passes (2022 only) may be renewed online.
RecAssist
Low-Income Assistance Program
The Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation Department offers a discount for swim passes and programs to individuals and families with financial need. To qualify for reduced fees, the individual or family must meet the annual income guidelines.
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Location
940 14th Avenue SE
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52403
Phone Number
319-286-5790
Related Links
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