The Recreation Department strives to make the pools safe for all our residents’ use and enjoyment. Aquatic access lifts and courtesy phones are available at all recreation-supported swimming pools. All pools are heated during the cooler months. We strive for water temperatures between 81-84 degrees, but temperatures will fluctuate depending on the weather.
Sports Pools
Open Daily 7:00am-Dusk
• For residents only
• Ages 30+
• At Regional Complexes
Family Pools
Open Daily 7:30am-Dusk
• For residents and guests
• All ages welcome*
• At select Rec Centers
Adult
Pools
Open Daily 7:30am-Dusk
• For residents and guests
• Ages 30+
• At Neighborhood Areas
*Guests under 19 years of age must be accompanied by a Villages resident or a guest
Please always carry your original Villages ID, or Guest ID, and a photo ID to all facilities. Swim at your own risk.
When visiting your Sports Pool, take time to read the signs and become familiar with the Recreation & Parks Department Guidelines.
For the most up-to-date sports pool schedules, please see the Recreation & Parks Publication.
Automated External Defibrillators are located in the equipment closets of all the Sports Pools. Becoming educated, following the printed guidelines and knowing the locations of the phone and AED will make your visit much safer and more enjoyable.
When visiting your Family Pool, take time to read the signs and become familiar with the Recreation & Parks Department Guidelines.
It is requested that children 36 months of age and younger wear protective swim products.
When visiting your Adult Pool, take time to read the signs and become familiar with the Recreation & Parks Department Guidelines.
The neighborhood adult pools are intended for refreshing socialization and non-organized/scheduled activities. Regularly scheduled water exercise groups are encouraged to use Sports Pools for this purpose.
Inside any pool area, all eligible users are asked to comply with the following rules for everyone’s enjoyment:
No Glass Containers
No Throwing Objects
No Loud Music*
No Smoking**
*Please use headphones or earbuds
**Designated smoking areas are outside the pool area
All residents and guests are REQUIRED to comply with ID requirements and ages to use the swimming pools and supporting amenities.
Have your Villages ID or guest ID and photo ID with you at all times.
Please follow all posted pool hours, rules and regulations.
If a staff member is on site, please check in with them.
Appropriate swimming attire required.
Please shower before entering the pools.
No food or drink is allowed in the pool or surrounding edge.
No pets are allowed in the pool area.
Smoking is only permitted in designated areas outside the pool area.
Infants and toddler flotation devices are allowed with adult supervision.
Lightning/Inclement Weather Policy
In the event of lightning or inclement weather, the Recreation Department recommends patrons at pool facilities and other outdoor recreation areas find shelter and wait at least 30 minutes before resuming activities. The Recreation Department reserves the right, as issued by the National Weather Service or Public Safety Department in the event of tornadoes, hurricanes or other severe storm warnings, to close facilities for public safety.
In the event of an emergency, dial 911.
Florida has a very broad Public Records Law. Most written communications to or from State and Local Officials regarding State or Local business are public records available to the public and media upon request.
To submit a digital request please click below:
Or, please forward requests to:
Jennifer Farlow, District Clerk
984 Old Mill Run, The Villages, Florida 32162
jennifer.farlow@districtgov.org
Phone No. (352) 751-3939 | Fax No. (352) 753-6430
Florida law prohibits the Board of Supervisors from communicating with residents about Deed Compliance or Architectural Review issues/cases.
To report any concerns, please submit a digital request or contact the Community Standards Department directly at: deedcompliance@districtgov.org
Under Florida law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by phone or in writing.
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