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Swim lessons for all ages Water aerobics classes

Lap swimming Competitive swimming

Masters Swimming Kayak safety training

Water Polo Scuba training

Deep water rescue training Physical therapy

Birthday and celebration parties Family fun 

Listed as a top five priority need in a 2019 Recreational Needs Assessment performed by the Henderson County Parks and Recreation Department.

7 years of population growth has increased demand.

Population includes many retires and also young families. Having a place for low impact exercise and swim lessons is critical.

A community with access to aquatics is safer, stronger, and healthier.

Early swim lessons reduce risk of drowning by up to 88%. 

Source: nihms617357.pdf

Indoor facilities would be open year-round instead of just three summer months.

By choosing an indoor facility, there is four times the opportunity for use and enjoyment.

High School competitive swim season is November to February.

A 50 meter competition pool with 25 yard fitness pool would make Hendersonville the clear winner to host swim meets in Western NC & their economic impacts.

Visitors create hotel stays, restaurant traffic and retail sales.

Multi-Day events bring repeat tourism and longer stays.

Event hosting brings revenue without tax increases.

Swimming is a lifelong exercise that improves cardiovascular health, strength, and flexibility. 

Every year there are 90-year olds, and even centenarians, who compete at masters swim competitions.