Swimming
We usually associate swimming with a summer-time activity, but there are places where you can swim all year round in Mason, Ohio, and Greater Cincinnati. Of course, nothing beats a cool pool on those hot summer days! There are outdoor pools, indoor pools and other opportunities for wet play-time fun (a.k.a spraygrounds). If you need to find swim lessons for your child, the Cincinnati area has plenty of places to choose from.
Visiting a local waterpark is a another great way to cool off on a hot summer day. We have 3 waterparks in Mason, Ohio alone - wow!
Swimming Pools
Cincinnati Recreation Commission
Various locations
CRC offers swim lessons and places to swim in Cincinnati. There are 24 swimming pools and 9 neighborhood spraygrounds in Cincinnati. Daily admission fees charged for swimming pools or you can buy annual pool pass.
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Bond Hill
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Bush
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Camp Washington
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Dempsey
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Dickman
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Dunham: Otto Armleder Regional Aquatic Center
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Evanston
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Filson
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Hanna: Otto Armleder Memorial Aquatic Center
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Hartwell
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Hirsch: Otto Armleder Memorial Family Aquatic Center
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LeBlond
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Lincoln
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Madisonville
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McKie
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Millvale
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Mt. Adams
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Mt. Auburn (Summer)
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Mt. Auburn (Year Round)
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Mt. Washington
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Oakley
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Pleasant Ridge
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Ryan
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Spring Grove Village
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Winton Hills
Countryside YMCA
1699 Deerfield Road, Lebanon, Ohio 45036 - (513) 932-1424
The Countryside YMCA has plenty of pools from outdoor pools to indoor pools. There are competition pool, a pool for senior citizens, and a pool for families. The Family Aquatic Center has lots of fun features kids will enjoy. Visit their website for times and cost of membership. They also offer swim lessons, and swim teams. My daughter took lessons at Countryside Y and really progressed in her swimming ability.
Lifetime Fitness
8310 Wilkens Boulevard, Mason, OH 45040 - (513) 234-0660
You'll need to be a member to enjoy the amenities at Lifetime Fitness. In addition to the outdoor pool, they have a wonderful indoor pool - actually two pools - one is used for lap swimming. They have zero-depth entry, 2 big water slides, a mushroom water feature, and a small slide for the little ones. If you decide to go as a family you and your husband can take turns using their two awesome hot tubs or sauna - perfect on those cold winter days.
Lou Eves Municipal Pool
Corwin M. Nixon Park, 6249 Mason-Montgomery Road - (513) 229-8553
This is a wonderful community pool (located behind the Mason High School). They have resident and non-resident daily rates so anyone is welcome to come to the pool for a fun day in the sun. If you are a premier member at the Mason Community Center, you will also have free access to the outdoor pool. There is a snack bar on-site, plenty of chairs and green space to put your towel and they also have a sand playground for the kids. A tot pool with zero depth entry, diving boards and a whirly slide are on site..
Mason Community Center
6050 Mason-Montgomery Road, Mason, Ohio - (513) 229-8555
The MCC has a terrific pool area that my girls love. When they were younger, they took swim lessons there and never want to leave after their lesson. MCC has a large pool with separate lanes for lap swimming. They have some cool, fun water features, a big waterslide and a mini-lazy river area which is fun to float around in. You can pay to use the pool for the day but you can also buy a membership so you can use their facilities all the time.
Mercy Health Plex
Various locations
In addition to their fitness centers and wellness programs, they offer swim lessons and have swimming facilities. Check their website on how to join.
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Mercy HealthPlex Anderson
Tri-Health Pavilion
6200 Pfeiffer Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45241 - (513) 985-0900
Fitness and wellness facility located off of I-71 at the Pfeiffer Rd. exit. Offering a variety of memberships. They have fitness equipment, classes, swimming facilities, a spa, cafe and more. Offering indoor swimming in their therapy pool during their family swim hours when outdoor pool is closed. Outdoor pool is open seasonally.
YMCA of Greater Cincinnati
Various locations
Visit one of the local YMCA's in Greater Cincinnati for some pool time fun. Many offer indoor and outdoor pool facilities. Check with your local YMCA branch for more infomation.
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Blue Ash YMCA
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Campbell County YMCA
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Carl H. Lindner YMCA
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Central Parkway YMCA
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Clermont Family YMCA
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Clippard Family YMCA
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Gamble-Nippert YMCA
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Highland County YMCA
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M.E. Lyons YMCA
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Melrose YMCA
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Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA
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R.C. Durr YMCA
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Richard E. Lindner YMCA
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Y at Duck Creek
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YMCA Camp Ernst
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YMCA Play Time
Swim Clubs
Swim Lessons
Swim Lesson
Various locations
Most of the the swimming facilities mentioned above also offer swim lessons but here's an additional listing to help you in your search.
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Bear Paddle Swim School - Mason
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Cincinnati Recreation Commission - various locations
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Cincinnati Sports Club
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Countryside YMCA - Lebanon
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Goldfish Swim School - West Chester
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Hubbard Family Swim School - located in Kids First Sports Center
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Lifetime Fitness - Deerfield Twp.
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Mason Community Center - Mason
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Mercy Healthplex Fitness Centers
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Tri-Health Fitness & Health Pavilion
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YMCA of Greater Cincinnati - various locations
Wet Playgrounds/Spraygrounds
Cincinnati Recreation Commission
Various locations
The CRC has spraygrounds in a few locations in Cincinnati. Vist the CRC website for more information. All are FREE except for McKie, Pleasant Ridge & Oakley (need a pool membership to visit).
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Caldwell
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College Hill
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Dyer McKie
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North Fairmount
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Oyler
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Pleasant Ridge
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South Fairmount
Great Parks of Hamilton County
Various locations
Purchase a parking pass and you'll be able to visit any of these amazing parks. It's only $10 for a year pass and $3 for a one day pass (hint, get the yearly pass - well worth it). Admission is only $3.50/child, $8/3 kids ages 2-12 or you can purchase a season pass for $24.
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Parky's Arc - Winton Woods
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Parky's Pirate Cove - Miami Whitewater Forest
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Parky's Wetland Adventure - Woodland Mound
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Sharon Woods - Harbor (no admission fee)
Smale Riverfront Park
Sawyer Point Park at Yeatman's Cove
Located on the riverfront, this park has some of the best views of along the river. It has 3 water features and you'll find plenty of kids enjoying this great park. Plus they have lots of family friendly events going on during the summer. Note: If you visit make sure you take a ride on Carol Anne's Carousel (do this before getting wet since you can't ride if you are wet). While there, be sure to check out the playground, playscape and swings along the Ohio River. This is a must see spot for out of town visitors to enjoy.
Washington Park
1230 Elm St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Washington Park is an urban oasis park. The "7,000 square foot interactive water park" has plenty of water to cool you off. Plus the water features can be set to music so you can enjoy watching the water dance to the music. At night, the water is illuminated. There is also a playground, dog park and plenty of summer fun planned (Movie in the park anyone?). FREE!