Aquatics
Drool in the Pool
Kennedy Water Playground’s last day will feature the “Drool in the Pool” event for your furry friends! Bring your pup – big or small – to Kennedy Water Playground for some fun in the water. Well-behaved dogs are welcome to come enjoy the pool. Dogs that are 25 pounds and under can play in the […]
Kids Triathlon
A fun and challenging triathlon for your little ones to compete in! Open to children ages 5-14, kids will swim, bike, and run their way to the finish line. After crossing the finish line, enjoy activities inside the track, support and congratulate fellow racers, and attend the awards ceremony for the top winners of each […]
Public Swim
Open and lap swim for all ages and abilities! Lifeguards will be on duty.
Rafting & Kayaking
Learn more at https://eastracewaterway.gr8.com/
South Bend Swim Club
The South Bend Swim Club, a collaboration with the Venues Parks & Arts Department, invites you to become a member of the team.
Kennedy Water Playground & Splash Pads
South Bend Venues Parks & Arts has eight splash pads across the city in addition to the water playground in Kennedy Park and the pool in Potawatomi Park.
Lifeguard Certification
Being a certified lifeguard opens doors to many other job opportunities! This Spring Venues, Parks & Arts is partnering with the Red Cross to offer both New Lifeguard Certification courses and Lifeguard Recertification courses. Both New Lifeguard and Lifeguard Recertification courses will be “Blended” courses that offer online and in-person training. The online portion […]
Learn to Swim
Registration for Summer 2024 Learn to Swim is now available! Want your children to learn to swim or perfect their skills before the summer swim season? Sign up for one of our 8 different Swim Levels where classes are taught by Red Cross Certified Water Safety Instructors. What age do swimmers need to be to […]
Aqua Aerobics
Registration for the Spring 2024 session is full. Stay tuned for information about Summer 2024 classes. Enjoy the healthful benefits of water! You do not need to know how to swim to enjoy these classes. These classes are taught by experienced instructors, benefit the participant’s cardiovascular system and provide an overall feeling of well-being. Water […]