Aquatics

Public Swim
Open and lap swim for all ages and abilities! Lifeguards will be on duty.

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 […]

Rafting & Kayaking
Learn more at https://eastracewaterway.gr8.com/

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.

Learn to Swim
Spring 2025 registration coming soon Please email instructor Stephanie at sklemm@southbendin.gov to be added to our email list. 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. […]

Aqua Aerobics
REGISTRATION NOW AVAILABLE! 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 adds resistance to the exercise routine while buoyancy makes the work seem […]