Staenberg Kooper Fellman Campus

JCC Goldstein Family Aquatic Center

 

The Goldstein Family Aquatic Center will open Sunday, May 28th!

When using our facility, please remember…

• Your JCC Membership ID is required to access the facility.

• All patrons of the outdoor pool  MUST enter through the direct outdoor pool entrance.
Access to the pool via the Fitness Center  is NOT allowed.

• All hours are weather permitting and subject to change.

• NO outside food, drink, or glass containers allowed. View full listing of pool rules here

• All youth, age 11 and under MUST be swim tested. All youth must be supervised at all times. View Swim Testing and Supervision policies here

• There is NO towel service at the outdoor pool. Please bring your own.

• Families are NOT allowed on the pool deck until Family Swim hours begin.

• To view our current indoor pool hours, click here. 

Outdoor Pool Hours: May 28 – August 6

See below for full details. Lane use will be reduced when programs are being held. Indoor lap pool hours can be found HERE.
Families are NOT allowed on the pool deck until Family Swim hours begin. Outdoor pool hours will be reduced starting August 6th.
The Goldstein Family Aquatic Center will close for the season on September 4th.

Monday – Thursday

LAP POOL ONLY
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

FAMILY SWIM
12:00 – 7:50 p.m.

Friday

LAP POOL ONLY
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

FAMILY SWIM
12:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday – Sunday

LAP POOL ONLY
8:00 – 10:00 a.m.

FAMILY SWIM
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Monday, May 29: Memorial Day Hours

We will be open holiday hours on Monday, May 29th. The indoor lap pool will also be open from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for adult lap swim only. The Phil Sokolof Fitness Center will be open 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

OUTDOOR LAP POOL ONLY
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

FAMILY SWIM
10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Outdoor Lap Pool Only Hours

During these hours, ONLY the Outdoor Lap Pool will be available for the following:
• Adult Lap Swim
• Water Walking
• Paid Programs

The lazy river will be open for Water Walking (no current) at the following hours.
Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Only one lap lane will be available Mondays – Fridays from 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. while Swim Team practice is being held.

 

Family Swim Hours

The entire Goldstein Family Aquatic Center will be available for both open swim and family swim during these hours.

• Families are NOT allowed on the pool deck until Family Swim hours begin.

• Advanced Family Swim reservations are NOT needed at our outdoor facility.

Water Feature infomration is listed below. Feature availability and use depends on results of swim test and staffing. Swimmers must be 48″tall and have a green swim band to use water slide. Use of diving board and climbing wall will alternate each hour.

Pool Details

Concession Stand Hours

Cash, credit & prepaid punch cards accepted

May 28 – August 9
Monday – Thursday…12:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Friday – Sunday……..12:00 – 6:00 p.m.

August 10 – September 4
Monday – Thursday….12:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Friday – Sunday……….12:00 – 6:00 p.m.

NO outside food or drink allowed

Planned Closures

The Goldstein Family Aquatic Center will be closed the following days / times:

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 14: Outdoor Lap Pool Closed 1-5 p.m.
Hosting Dive Meet from 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.

THURSDAY, JUNE 15: Closing at 6:30 p.m.
Adult Swim Event from 7:00-10:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21: Closing at 4:00 p.m.
Hosting Swim Meet from 6:00-9:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28: Closing at 4:00 p.m.
Hosting Swim Meet from 6:00-9:00 p.m.

TUESDAY, JULY 11: Closing at 4:00 p.m.
Hosting Pre-lims Swim Meet from 6:00-9:00 p.m.

THURSDAY JULY 20: Closing at 6:30 p.m.
Adult Swim Event from 7:00-10:00 p.m.

Water Feature Information

AQUA PLAY UNIT & DUMP BUCKET  
Accessible for all level of swimmers.

SPLASH PAD  
Accessible for all level of swimmers.

LEISURE POOL & ZERO DEPTH ENTRY AREA  
 Accessible for all level of swimmers.

LAP POOL 
Children with green swim bands are allowed in the deep end.
 Children with yellow swim bands are only allowed in the shallow end. Children with red bands are not allowed in the lap pool unless they are within arm’s reach of an adult.

LAZY RIVER 
Available for those with yellow or green swim band. Children with red bands are not allowed in the lazy river unless they are  within arm’s reach of an adult. Outside inflatables are NOT allowed.

WATER SLIDE
Children must be 48″ tall to use. The water slide is available to those with green swim bands.

AQUA CLIMBING WALL & DIVING BOARD
Climbing Wall use will alternate with diving board use every hour. Both are available to those with green swim bands.

Youth Supervision & Swim Test Policies

When using our aquatic facilites, all children MUST be supervised by an adult.

– Children 5 and under must have an adult in the water with them at ALL times.
– Children ages 8 and under must be actively supervised by an adult within arm’s reach.
– Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
– All children 12 and under will be swim tested and issued a swim band based on ability. Swim bands determine water feature use.

Click here to view our policies and pool rules.

Reminders
  • You MUST enter through the direct outdoor pool entrance. Access via the Fitness Center entrance is NOT allowed.
  • Patrons must follow all pool rules and youth supervision policies.
  • Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Feature use depends on swim testing. Youth must be 48″ and have a green band to use the waterslide.
  • Pool hours will be reduced in August

Questions? Call Member Services at (402) 334-6426.

Special Events

Adult Swim

Select Thursdays, 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.

Thursday, June 15
Thursday, July 20

Admission:  $12 in advance or $15 day of
It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for after a long week. Leave the kids at home to enjoy a late-night swim with music and adult beverages! Swimmers, ages 21+, will have exclusive access to the outdoor lap and leisure pools, as well as concessions, all until 10 pm! Relax and enjoy! Admission includes 1 drink ticket! Additional drink tickets are $6.

J Brunch: The Pancake Man Returns

Sunday, July 23
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Held at the JCC’s Goldstein Family Aquatic Center
$12 in advance / $14 day of
Members Only, All Ages

Kids under age 3 and under eat free, ticket purchase required of guardians for entry. Pancakes by the pool featuring the legendary Pancake Man! Bring the whole family for brunch on the pool deck. In addition to pancakes, coffee, juice, and water will be available. Once you’re done eating, take a dip in the pool with special early access! Regular pool policies apply. Early family swim access is ONLY for those attending this event. Payment is required to enter pool early, even if not eating.

You Belong Here

The Jewish Community Center has been a big part of Omaha for more than eight decades! We opened our doors in 1926 and still, today continue to serve everyone in the community with our state-of-the-art facilities, outstanding programs, and dedicated staff. We’ve been here in the past, we’re here today and we’ll be here tomorrow.