When do pools open? Do I need membership?
Summer is almost upon us in the Upstate, with many residents wondering where they can purchase pool memberships for their families.
There are many places where residents can apply for a membership in Anderson, Greenville, and Spartanburg counties.
Some pools are scheduled to open on Memorial Day weekend. This year, the weekend will take place on Saturday, May 25 to Monday, May 27.
After checking out places to swim, make sure to read about how you and your family can stay safe when swimming using tips from the American Red Cross. Drowning only takes a matter of seconds, and when it comes to getting help, every second counts.
Public pool memberships in Anderson County
∎ Anderson Area YMCA, Anderson: Contact for membership information.
∎ Cobb’s Glenn Country Club, Anderson: One-time initiation fee of $2,000 and $95 per month dues.
∎ Stone Creek Cove, Anderson: Pool memberships for individuals is $210 a year. Couples is $335 a year. Families are $355 a year. More membership offerings are available at the website.
Public pool memberships in Greenville County
∎ Forrester Woods and Forrester Farms, Greenville: Opens Memorial weekend. Membership cost is $490.
∎ Gower Pool, Greenville: To join the waitlist for a membership, access the application link here.
∎ Greenville County Aquatic Complex, Greenville: Three visit memberships and yearly memberships are available. For a list of pricing, visit here.
∎ McCarter Community Pool, Greenville: The one-time fee to become a new member is $350. Household memberships cost $500. The cost for a household membership with extended swim is $550.
∎ Orchard Farms, Simpsonville: Open early May through September. A non-resident family membership costs $375. For more information regarding memberships, contact Gwen Miller at Town and Property Managment at [email protected].
∎ Pepper Tree, Taylors: Opens Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Hours are 6 a.m.- 8p.m., seven days a week. Information regarding outside memberships to be announced.
∎ Poinsettia Pool, Simpsonville: The pool will open on Friday, May 24. A family membership costs $340.
∎ Stone Lake Pool, Greenville: The current waitlist fee is $50. The initial fee is $500 and a maintenance fee of $60. Guest passes are $5 and the maximum number of visits is five.
∎ Summer Creek, Greer: Opens Memorial weekend through Labor Day. A family membership costs $600.
Public pool memberships in Spartanburg
∎ Fernwood Pool, Spartanburg: Applying for a membership is $25. The cost of a one-time membership is $250 with annual dues of $475. Pool season dates to be announced.
∎ Spartanburg Athletic Club, Spartanburg: A three-month membership cost is broken down into the following: $300 for a single membership, $400 for a couple, and $500 for a family. Summer memberships include access to the court reservation system and pickleball membership.
∎ YMCA of Greater Spartanburg, Spartanburg: Contact for membership information.
Supervise children when swimming at all times
Here are tips from the American Red Cross to ensure you and your family stay safe when swimming this summer:
∎ Supervise children while swimming at all times.
∎ Never swim alone and always have a swimming buddy with you.
∎ Make sure to swim in designated areas where lifeguards are present. If a lifeguard is present, it is still important to watch over your children, no matter how well they can swim.
∎ Never entrust a child to watch over another child.
∎ Teach children to always ask permission before going near water.
∎ In group settings, assign a water watcher.
∎ Avoid distractions such as cellphone use.
Smart precautions, methods of protection
∎ Stay within arm’s reach of inexperienced swimmers when swimming.
∎ Do not rely on life jackets alone. U.S. Coast Guard-approved jackets should be worn by inexperienced swimmers.
∎ Never substitute adult supervision with the use of floaties or other inflatables.
∎ Secure the pool in your home or backyard with protective barriers to prevent unsupervised water access. The majority of children who have died in home pools did so outside of swim time.
What to do during a water emergency
∎ Before swimming, make sure the entire family knows how to swim well, including yourself.
∎ If a child goes missing, check the water immediately.
∎ In the case of an emergency, call 911 or your local emergency number.
∎ Emergency equipment to have on you when swimming includes: a cellphone, a first aid kit, life jackets and reaching or throwing equipment.
∎ Enroll in Red Cross water orientation and learn to swim courses. You can also enroll in pool safety, water safety, first aid and CPR/AED courses.
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