JOIN OUR SUMMER YOUTH LIFEGUARD TEAM!

 

LIFEGUARD RECRUITMENT:

Want to dive into an exciting summer opportunity? 

Enroll in our Lifeguard Recruitment Program to earn your Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, and First Aid certifications—and gain the opportunity to join our team!

To submit an application CLICK HERE

Once you sign up, we’ll reach out to schedule your swim skills evaluation and help you complete the required course prerequisites.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 15-24 years old
• Must be a Jersey City Resident

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

Successfully complete the two prerequisite swimming skills evaluations:

Prerequisite 1: Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest:

• Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface, then swim 150 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed.)

• Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs.

• Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination of both

Prerequisite 2: Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds:

• Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. (The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed.)

• Surface dive (feet-first or head-first) to a depth of 7 - 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.

• Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping the face out at or near the surface.

• Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.

 

For more information, call Pershing Field Pool, 201-547-6886.
201 Central Ave | Jersey City, NJ 07306

To sign up and view program dates, visit jcrec.recdesk.com or contact 201 547 5003 | [email protected]

 

NOT A SCHOOL DISTRICT SPONSORED PROGRAM | ALL ABILITIES WELCOMED

 

Division of Aquatics

Mission Statement
The Recreation Division (Aquatics and Rink) is responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, and programming of the City’s pools, splash pads, and ice rink. Our mission is to provide safe, accessible, and high-quality aquatic and ice-based facilities and programs for residents of all ages and abilities. This includes year-round pool operations, seasonal aquatic facilities, swim instruction, water safety education, recreational skating, and hockey programming. We are committed to the highest standards of safety, regulatory compliance, professional staffing, and facility operations while promoting public health, skill development, and lifelong participation in aquatic and ice recreation.

Vision Statement
To provide a safe, modern, and inclusive aquatics and ice rink system where every resident can learn, exercise, skate, and enjoy year-round recreational facilities. We strive to expand swim education and ice-based programming, enhance public health, and continually improve our pools and ice rink to meet the community's needs.
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In the winter, residents can enjoy public skating and learn-to-skate programs at the Charlie Heger Ice Skating Rink at Pershing Field.

For swim programs schedules and registration, please visit: jcrec.recdesk.com

All pools are free for Jersey City residents.
Non-resident fees at Lafayette Aquatic Center
$6 weekdays, $8 weekends; seniors $2 daily.
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Pershing Field Pool
201 Central Ave (Open Year-Round)

Monday–Friday:
• 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Adult Swim
• 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Family Swim
• 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Family Swim
• 3:30 PM – 5:15 PM: Swim Lessons (no public access)
• 5:15 PM – 6:30 PM: Family Swim

Saturday & Sunday:
• 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM & 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Family Swim
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Summer Pools
(Opens May 23)

Lafayette Pool
303 Van Horne St - (201) 563-0193

Pavonia Pool
914 Pavonia Ave (201) 547-4692

 
Please note: Pools close daily for routine maintenance.