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Pools

Lap Swimming Hours

Updates:
 - Reminder, DO NOT bring glass to the pool deck (this includes water bottles, mason jars, etc.)
 - Please see additional hours starting Tuesdays and Thursdays 2/3. 

Regular Semester Hours Spring 2026 (tentative 1/20 until 5/5)

PoolMondaysTuesdaysWednesdaysThursdaysFridaysWeekends
Helen Newman Hall6:00am - 8:30am

12:00pm - 2:00pm
6:00am - 8:00am

8:30am - 10:00am

Women Only 10:00am - 11:00am

12:00pm - 2:00pm
6:00am - 8:30am

12:00pm - 2:00pm
6:00am - 8:00am

8:30am - 10:00am
6:00am - 8:30am

9:00am - 11:00am 

11:30am - 1:00pm
Closed
Teagle Large
9:00am - 10:00am (large)

12:00pm - 2:00pm (shallow 12:15 - 1:15pm)
9:00am -10:00am (small only) 
10:00am - 11:30am (large only)

12:00pm - 2:00pm (shallow will close at 1:15pm)
9:00am - 10:00am (large)

12:00pm - 2:00pm (shallow 12:15 - 1:15pm)
9:00am -10:00am (small only) 
10:00am - 11:30am (large only)

12:00pm - 2:00pm (shallow will close at 1:15pm)
ClosedClosed
Please note: Pool hours are subject to change. We try to post changes a week in advance, however, sometimes that is not possible. Please check this site before coming to the pool to view the most up-to-date hours of operation. Schedules are also posted outside HNH and Teagle Issue Room windows.

Quick Notes:

  • Students, Employees, Retirees, and their spouses/partners are able to use the pools.
  • Pool access is FREE for STUDENTS with valid ID. Students can purchase a day pass for guests. Guests must be 18 years or older.
  • Wellness Recreation Membership is required for Employees, Retirees, and their spouses/partners.
  • All users are required to have their Cornell ID card with them to access Cornell Recreational Facilities. ID cards will be self-swiped at the issue rooms to verify membership.
  • ALL LAP SWIMMERS MUST HAVE A POOL TAG AND SHOW IT TO THE GUARD ON DUTY. Pool tags (limited to 30 at a time) are obtained at the issue room windows.
  • Please help preserve our pools and shower off before entering the pool.
  • All swimmers must also follow the General Pool Rules.