Mel Brownell Aquatic Center
Construction on the Aquatic Center was completed in June of 1999 at a total cost of 1.5 million dollars. The Aquatic Center features a 181 foot water slide, six lap swim lanes, one diving board, a drop slide, zero-depth entry with three water features, large sun deck, a concessions area & much more fun & excitement for everyone.
Opening/Closing Dates
The Aquatic Center will open for the 2018 season on June 2nd and close August 19th.
Hours:
The Aquatic Center will be open to the public from 1:00PM to 5:00PM & 7:00PM to 9:00PM, seven days a week. Phone number: 507-932-5386.
Daily Rates
Youth (18 & under): $3.50 per/day
Adults: $4.50 per/day
Tickets
Aquatic Center Tickets. These tickets are good for one person (Youth or Adult)
per /day. These books (minimum of one) can be purchased at City Hall
Book #1 = 30 Admissions – $75.00 ($2.50 per / ticket)
Book #2 = 60 Admissions – $105.00 ($1.75 per / ticket)
Book #3 = 90 Admissions – $135.00 ($1.50 per / ticket)
Any additional books of tickets purchased after 90 tickets can be purchased at a $1.00 admission price.
Memberships
Family Membership: $160.00
Single Membership: $70.00
Aquatic Center Tickets/ Memberships are only good for the 2018 season.
Swim Lessons
Mass Registration:
Mass Registration is on Saturday, April 7th, 2018 (10:00AM – 11:00AM) at City Hall in St. Charles. Credit Cards (VISA/Master Card) can be used for payment.
All Aquatic Center activities can be registered for at mass registration. Aquatic Center Tickets/Memberships will also be available for purchase. We will not be accepting registration for any other Park/Rec activities. Aquatic Center Registration Only! After mass registration, you may register at City Hall until the Aquatic Center opens, at which time you will be required to register at the Aquatic Center. Absolutely no early registrations will be accepted. No registrations will be accepted without payment or properly filled out & completed waivers. There will be blank registration forms & waivers at the registration. Please have alternative times & sessions in mind in case classes are full.
Program Schedule:
Lap Swim
7:00AM – 8:00AM (Monday – Friday)
5:00PM – 6:00PM (Monday – Friday)
Swim Lessons
8:00AM – Noon (Monday – Thursday)
Swim Team
Noon – 1:00PM (Monday – Thursday)
Open Swim
1:00PM – 5:00PM (Monday – Sunday)
7:00PM – 9:00PM (Monday – Sunday)
Adult Lessons
8:30AM – 9:30AM (Saturdays)
Parent/Child Lessons
9:30AM – 10:30AM (Saturdays)
Aquatic Center Rental
9:00PM – 11:00PM (Monday – Sunday)
10:30AM – 12:30PM (Saturday or Sunday)
Water Aerobics:
T.B.A. (Check at Aquatic Center)
Swim Lesson Structure:
**Please review the Learn to Swim Course Comparison to determine which level the participant should be in.**
Level 1 (Tots) – $50.00 – Must be 4 years old by 6/1/18 & capable of following instructions
Level 2 (Beginners I) – $50.00 – Must be at least 48″ tall.
Level 3 (Beginners II) – $50.00 – Second phase of beginners class.
Level 4 (Advanced Begin) – $50.00 – Must have passed level 3 or be able to pass skills test
Level 5 (Intermediate) – $50.00 – Must have passed level 4 or be able to pass skills test
Level 6 (Swimmers) – $50.00 – Must have passed level 5 or be able to pass skills test
Level 7 (Guard Start) – $50.00 – Must have passed level 6 or be able to pass skills test
Special Classes & Opportunities:
Swim Team
$50.00 – Monday – Thursday. Ages 8-18 only.
The team will participate in area swim meets, host a swim meet, fundraisers & learn to swim competitively.
June 4th – July 26th
Adult Lessons
$40.00 Saturday (8:30AM – 9:30AM) Lessons will be self-paced. Whether your goal is to become a stronger swimmer or to overcome a fear of the water these lessons will help you meet those goals.
#1 – June 9th – June 30th
#2 – July 7th – July 28th
Parent/Child
$40.00 Saturday (9:30AM – 10:30AM)
Infants to 4 years old. At least one parent per/child must be with them in the water. This is a great introduction for kids to the water.
#1 – June 9th – June 30th
#2 – July 7th – July 28th
** All instructors are trained in the Red Cross Program & are qualified to teach all classes. If you are doubtful of your own or of your child’s physical condition, consult your physician.
Guard Start Program/Level 7:
The American Red Cross has officially adopted the Guard Start Program! We will offer four sessions of Guard Start this summer. The Guard Start program is a junior lifeguard program for children between the ages of 13-15 who want to enhance their aquatic skills & build a foundation for future courses in lifeguarding. This two week course will focus on Prevention, Fitness, Response, Leadership & Professionalism. Students will also be instructed in basic CPR/First Aid. Participants will be paired with a certified lifeguard to observe & practice the skills they have learned.
Special Events:
Water Carnival: Come test your swimming skills against other swimmers! Check the events board at the Aquatic Center for more info.
Water Aerobics: Check the events board at the Aquatic Center for more info.
Swim Meet: The Aquatic Center will be closed to public for this event. Check the events board at the Aquatic Center for more info.
Swim Lessons Dates & Session Schedule
Session 1: June 4th – June 14th (Monday – Thursday)
Session 2: June 18th – June 28th (Monday – Thursday)
Session 3: July 9th – July 19th (Monday – Thursday)
Session 4: July 23rd – August 2nd (Monday – Thursday)
Session 1: June 4th – June 14th
8:00AM – 9:00AM Level 7
9:00AM – 9:30AM Levels 3, 4 & 6
9:30AM – 10:00AM Levels 2, 3, 4 & 5
10:00AM – 10:30AM Levels 2, 3, 4 & 5
10:30AM – 11:00AM Levels 1, 2, 4 & 6
11:00AM – 11:30AM Levels 1, 2, 3 & 5
11:30AM – 12:00PM Levels 1, 2, 3 & 5
Session 2: June 18th – June 28th
8:00AM – 9:00AM Level 7
9:00AM – 9:30AM Levels 2, 3, 4 & 5
9:30AM – 10:00AM Levels 2, 3, 4 & 5
10:00AM – 10:30AM Levels 2, 3, 4 & 5
10:30AM – 11:00AM Levels 1, 2, 3 & 6
11:00AM – 11:30AM Levels 1, 2, 3 & 4
11:30AM – 12:00PM Levels 1, 2, 3 & 5
Session 3: July 9th – July 19th
8:00AM – 9:00AM Level 7
9:00AM – 9:30AM Levels 4, 5 & 6
9:30AM – 10:00AM Levels 2, 3, 4 & 5
10:00AM – 10:30AM Levels 1, 2, 3 & 4
10:30AM – 11:00AM Levels 1, 2, 4 & 5
11:00AM – 11:30AM Levels 1, 3, 4 & 6
11:30AM – 12:00PM Levels 1, 2, 3 & 5
Session 4: July 23rd – August 2nd
8:00AM – 9:00AM Level 7
9:00AM – 9:30AM Levels 2, 3 & 4
9:30AM – 10:00AM Levels 3, 4, 5 & 6
10:00AM – 10:30AM Levels 3, 4, 5 & 6
10:30AM – 11:00AM Levels 1, 2, 3 & 6
11:00AM – 11:30AM Levels 1, 2, 3 & 4
11:30AM – 12:00PM Levels 1, 2, 3 & 5