Aquatic Complex

The Vestavia Hills Aquatic Complex features a competition pool and a family-style leisure pool, both of which are closely monitored by trained lifeguards. The family-style leisure pool features a zero-step entry, interactive water features and a swirling vortex offered specifically to entertain our youngest swimmers. The competition pool is designed for intermediate to advanced swimmers and offers a 12’ diving well, four dedicated lap lanes and an open swim area. Also within the pool area are lounge chairs for tanning or relaxing in a shady areas, restrooms/locker rooms and a concessions area with a dedicated, covered dining space.

Membership: Registration & Costs 

Visit http://bit.ly/VH-poolpass to register and purchase membership online.
$75  individual (0-54yo)
$25  senior adult (55+)
$300  family (For families of 4 or more; families of 3 or less should purchase individual memberships.)
$10 daily guest pass (Guests must be accompanied by a member; max of one guest per member per day.)
**$60 caregiver pass (For nannies or anyone providing care for a resident with a VHAC family membership.)

Residents may purchase a Civic Center COMBO PASS, but it must be done IN PERSON at the Civic Center. For more details, call 205.978.0166.

**We are introducing a Caregiver Pass this year that will be valid for nannies and any other individuals providing care for Vestavia Hills Aquatic Complex members. The pass will enable residents with a family membership to buy a Caregiver Pass for 15 visits to the VHAC for $60. Once the 15 visits have been used, an additional Caregiver Pass can be purchased. The 15 visits can be used by multiple caregivers. This pass can only be purchased in person at the Civic Center.**

Hours of Operation

Know Before You Go! Be sure to check Holiday Hours & Late Open/Early Close dates below.

May 25- July 30:
Monday – Thursday 10:00 am – 8:00 pm

Friday & Saturday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm

Sunday 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

July 30 – August 9:
Monday – Friday 10:00 am – 1:00 pm & 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Saturday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, Sunday 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

August 10 – September 2:
Tuesday – Thursday 10:00 am – 1:00 pm & 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Saturday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Sunday 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Program Hours:

BSL Swim team                         M-F 5:00 am – 7:00 am

VSA Swim & Dive Team          M-F 7:00 am – 10:30 am

Swim Lessons                            M-T 8:00 am – 10:00 am, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Pool Parties                               Fri – Sat 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Sun 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Holiday Hours and Events:

Pool hours for the public

May 27th Memorial Day                                  10:00 am – 8:00 pm

June 16th Father’s Day                                    4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

June 27nd I Love America Day                     TBD

July 4th Independence Day                            10:00 am – 4:00 pm

August 24th   VHHS Football                        10:00 am – 1:00 pm

September 2th Labor Day                               10:00 am – 8:00 pm

*Competition pool will close early for Dive Meets but leisure pool will open.

The Aquatic Complex may occasionally close early due to inclement weather, rec swim meets, etc. Closure will be announced via social media and via Status Me (https://statusme.com/fs-alabama).

Event Reservations 

During the swim season, Vestavia Hills residents may reserve the Aquatic Complex for parties and events. For more information or to reserve the Aquatic Complex for an upcoming event, visit http://bit.ly/VHreserve or contact Robby Dellinger at rdellinger@vhal.org.

Semi-private events:
May be scheduled: Monday-Saturday, 10:30am-12:30pm or 5-7pm; or Sundays, 4-6pm
Available during regular operating hours only; may be reserved by Vestavia Hills residents only.

  • Cost: $250 per event
  • Maximum # of attendees: 25

Food is not allowed in the Aquatic Complex, but you are welcome to bring your own food to the picnic tables located just outside the main gate, to the left of the front office. No alcohol or glass allowed. The picnic area is covered, and you are free to decorate the tables as you like.

Private events:

May be scheduled: Friday-Saturday, 7-9pm and Sundays, 6-8pm.

  • Cost: $250 per event
  • Maximum # of attendees: Contact Robby Dellinger at rdellinger@vhal.org to discuss.

Food is not allowed in the Aquatic Complex, but you are welcome to bring your own food to the picnic tables located just outside the main gate, to the left of the front office. No alcohol or glass allowed. The picnic area is covered, and you are free to decorate the tables as you like.

For more information regarding private events, contact Robby Dellinger at rdellinger@vhal.org.

Swim Lessons 

Swimming lessons teach children self-confidence, encourage physical fitness and cut the risk of drowning. We are offering a variety of swim lessons at the Vestavia Hills Aquatic Complex in June for first time swimmers to experienced swimmers who need help working on their stroke! Children must be 3 years old to enter the program.

Swim Lessons will occur on June 3-13, June 17-27, and July 8-18. The cost is $120 per 8-day session. Classes will be held Monday – Thursday, with Friday as a make-up day if there is bad weather.

Beginner Swim Lessons

This is a beginner swim class or level 1 and intro to swimming. This is for children who cannot put their faces in the water or float.

Intermediate Swim Lessons

This swim class is for children between the ages of 5-11 who know how to put their faces in the water and can float. These children can have some forward progress in the water with no help from someone or a floatation device.

Advanced Swim Lessons
This level of lessons is for an advanced swimmer who can swim across the pool but needs help refining their stroke and learning new strokes.

Click the link to sign up for classes TODAY: https://teamsideline.com/…/76684/Vestavia-Swim-Lessons

Swim Team 

Vestavia Hills Swim and Dive

Click HERE for information regarding the Vestavia Swim and Dive Association.

Frequently Asked Questions 

How do you determine residency for membership? Driver’s license or other state-issued photo I.D. required for proof of residency. If your I.D. does not list current Vestavia Hills address, you may bring your photo I.D. along with a current utility bill bearing your name and accurate address.

Is there a dedicated space for lap swimming? Yes! There are dedicated lap lanes in the competition pool.

May I bring my own food and/or drinks? No outside food is allowed, but each person may bring one water bottle. If you have a special need that requires consideration, please click here to contact Aquatic Complex staff.

May I drop my children off at the pool? Children 11 years and older may be dropped at the pool, as long as they have a membership.

How will residents know if the Aquatic Complex has closed early due to weather, etc.? Aquatic Complex hours and capacity limitations may be affected for a variety of reasons, including weather, lifeguard/staff availability, etc. Check pool status online at https://statusme.com/fs-alabama.

Where can I park? Parking is available in the lots at the Vestavia Hills Aquatic Complex, West Elementary and the Civic/Recreation Center. The Board of Education parking lot may be used only outside of their normal operating hours and on the weekends.

Are you hiring? Any certified lifeguard interested in employment opportunities should contact Robby Dellinger at rdellinger@vhal.org.