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.
Winter-Spring Season (December 1 - March 31)
This schedule is in effect through March 31, 2024. 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 December 24 - 26 (Christmas), December 31 and January 1 (New Year's), January 15 (Martin Luther King Day), March 29 (Good Friday), and March 31 (Easter).
Open Swim | $5.75 or pass
(All Ages) Open swim for all ages. Large inflatables will be in the pool on WIBIT Days: December 1, 15, January 5, 19, February 9, March 22, and April 19. The deep end is open the remaining Fridays of each month. Food, water toys, tubes, noodles, etc. are not allowed.
| Days | Time |
| Friday (No swim 3/29) | 4:30-7:30 PM |
| Sunday (No swim 12/24, 12/31, 3/24, 3/31) | 1-4 PM |
Holiday & School Break Swims | $5.75 or pass
(All Ages) School is out! Enjoy a swim at Bender Pool!
| Days | Time |
| Wednesday, December 27 | 1-4 PM |
| Thursday, December 28 | 1-4 PM |
| Tuesday, March 12 | 1-4 PM |
| Wednesday, March 13 | 1-4 PM |
| Thursday, March 14 | 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 (No class 12/25, 1/1, 1/15, 3/29) | 9-9:55 AM |
| Monday/Wednesday (No class 12/25, 1/1, 1/15) | 5:30-6:25 PM |
| Tuesday/Thursday (No class 12/26) | 8-8:55 AM |
Adult 18+ Swim | $5.25 or pass
(Ages 18+) Open swim for adults only.
| Days | Time |
| Tuesday/Thursday (No swim 12/26 | 9-9:55 AM |
| Monday/Wednesday/Friday (No swim 12/25, 1/1, 1/15, 3/13, 3/29) | 10-10:55 AM |
| Monday/Wednesday/Friday (No swim 12/25, 12/27, 1/1, 1/15, 3/13, 3/29) | 12:45-2:15 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 (No swim 12/25, 1/1, 1/15, 3/29) | 11 AM-12:30 PM |
| Monday/Wednesday (No swim 12/25, 1/1, 1/15) | 6:30-7:25 PM |
| Saturday | 7:30-8:45 AM |
| Sunday (No swim 12/24, 12/31, 3/24, 3/31) | 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, 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 |
Spring Season (April 1 - May 19)
This schedule is in effect through May 19, 2024. It is subject to change and may vary around the holidays, special activities, maintenance needs, and other events or issues.
Open Swim | $5.75 or pass
(All Ages) Open swim for all ages. Large inflatables will be in the pool on WIBIT Day, April 19. The deep end is open the remaining Fridays of each month. Food, water toys, tubes, noodles, etc. are not allowed.
| Days | Time |
| Friday (Ends 5/3) | 3:30-7:30 PM |
| Sunday (Ends 5/5) | 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 | 9-9:55 AM |
| Monday/Wednesday | 5:30-6:25 PM |
| Tuesday/Thursday | 8-8:55 AM |
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. The baby pool will be closed.
| Days | Time |
| Monday/Wednesday/Friday | 11 AM-12:45 PM |
| Monday/Wednesday | 6:30-7:25 PM |
| Saturday (Ends 5/4) | 7:30-8:45 AM |
| Sunday (Ends 5/5) | 11:15 AM-12:45 PM |
Summer Season (May 20 - August 25)
This schedule is in effect through August 25, 2024. 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 |
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. The baby pool will be closed.
| Days | Time |
| Monday/Wednesday/Friday | 11 AM-12:45 PM |
Summer Post Season (August 26 - September 1)
This schedule is in effect through September 1, 2024. 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 |
| Tuesday/Thursday | 8-8:55 AM |
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. The baby pool will be closed.
| Days | Time |
| Monday/Wednesday/Friday | 11 AM-12:45 PM |
| Monday/Wednesday | 6:30-7:25 PM |
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
Pool Policies
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Swim Lessons
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