Aquatics

Blodgett Pool

Home to Harvard University Men's and Women's varsity swimming and diving teams and Harvard University Men's and Women's varsity water polo teams. Group swim programs will be available at Blodgett this fall.

How do I gain recreational access to Blodgett Pool? In order to gain recreational access to Blodgett Pool, you must purchase a Harvard Athletic membership. You can either do this online or in person at the Harvard Athletic Ticket Office.
Membership information

What is the cost of a Harvard Athletic membership? The cost of the Harvard Athletic membership varies depending on your Harvard affiliation. You can find more information regarding these costs by visiting the Harvard Athletic Ticket Office in person or by visiting the membership fee information web page.
Membership fees

How can I find any Special Hours and Closings for Blodgett Pool? With many events held at this great facility, we want to keep you informed on any upcoming special hours or closings. You can find this information by visiting our Special hours/Closings webpage, or by joining our E-mail list which will inform you of any upcoming hour changes or closings.
Special Hours/Closings

E-mail Updates

Does Blodgett Pool offer Locker and Towel Service? Locker and Towel service are available at Blodgett Pool, wallet lockers (located in the pool foyer) and transient lockers (tall lockers in locker room) are available to recreational swimmers free of charge (you must bring your own lock). Overnight lockers can only be purchased in person from Casey Blodget at the Murr Center Fitness Room desk. Towel Service is also available to all recreational users at Blodgett Pool, HUID card holders have the option of purchasing online, all others including alumni must purchase towel service at the Harvard Athletic Ticket Office.
Locker & Towel Service

For facility information, please visit the Blodgett Pool facility information web page.
Blodgett Pool facility information

Aquatics Coordinator
Justin Wright
(617) 495-5512
justinwright@fas.harvard.edu

Malkin Pool

The Malkin Pool hosts over 30,000 Recreation users a year. This beautiful facility features two swimming pools to accommodate all types of users. Swimming lessons, group swim classes and scuba classes are available.

SWIM LESSONS & PROGRAMS

We are now taking requests for Adult Private, Buddy (2 adults) and semi-private (3-6 adults) lessons. For buddy and semi-private lessons you must register with a partner. We are unable to arrange a partner for you. To request a private or semi-private session please complete the Swim Lesson Request form.

Swim lessons are currently available during the following hours:

Monday-Friday 11:00am-5:00pm

For additional information please contact:
Dawn Stenis
macfit@fas.harvard.edu
PHONE: (617) 496-8770

    *Adult Lessons – ages 14 & older/55 minutes sessions
    *Youth Lessons – ages 13 & under/35 minute sessions

Adult Private Swim Lesson Packages

1 Session…………………..................$45

5 Sessions……………………………..    $190

10 Sessions……………………………    $352

Adult Buddy Swim Lesson Packages
(2 people with similar goals & abilities. Cost is per person)
1 Session………………….................    $34

5 Sessions…………………………….    $145

10    Sessions…………………………..$260

Adult Semi-Private Swim Lesson Packages
(3-6 people with similar goals & abilities. Cost is per person)

5 Sessions……………………………..    $110

10 Sessions……………………………    $194

Youth Private Swim Lesson Packages
35 minute sessions
1 Session…………………..................    $32

5 Sessions……………………………..    $130

How do I gain recreational access to Malkin Pool? In order to gain access to Malkin Pool, you must purchase a Harvard Athletic membership. You can either do this online or in person at the Harvard Athletic Ticket Office.
Membership information

What is the cost of a Harvard Athletic membership? The cost of the Harvard Athletic membership varies depending on your Harvard affiliation. You can find more information about these fees by visting the Harvard Athletic Ticket Office in person or by visiting the Mebership information page.
Membership fees

How can I find any Special Hours and Closings for Malkin Pool? You can find this information by visiting our our Special hours/Closings web page or by joining our E-mail list, which will inform you of any upcoming schedule changes.
Special Hours/Closings

Are Aqua Aerobics classes offered at the MAC?
The Aqua Aerobics classes are included on the Group Exercise class schedule. The MAC small pool is closed to non-class participants during Aqua Aerobics classes. To view the Spring 2011 Schedule please go click here.

Does Malkin Pool offer Locker or Towel service? Locker and Towel service are available at Malkin Athletic Center, Transient lockers are available to all users of the building free of charge (you must bring your own lock). Over night lockers can only be purchased at the Malkin Athletic Center Front Desk. Towel Service is also available to all recreational users of the Malkin Athletic Center, HUID card holders have the option of purchasing online, all other members must purchase in person at the Harvard Athletic Ticket Office.
Locker & Towel Service

For facility information, please visit the Malkin Athletic facility information web page.
Malkin Pool facility information

Who Can I Contact With Questions?

For any aquatics or pool related inquiries, please contact Aquatics Coordinator Justin Wright at justinwright@fas.harvard.edu

For any inquiries regarding memberships and towel service, please contact Kristin LeBel at amembers@fas.harvard.edu

For any inquiries related to overnight locker usage or purchase, please contact Casey Blodget at caseyblodget@fas.harvard.edu

For any inquiries related to swimming lessons, programs or classes, please contact Area Fitness Program Manager Dawn Stenis at macfit@fas.harvard.edu

Swimming Tests

1. Students, Faculty, Staff and affiliates that wish to row or sail at any point during their affiliation with Harvard must successfully complete a swimming test.

2. The swimming test consists of 100 yards of any stroke except the backstrokes and must show good forward progress (i.e., swimmers are not allowed to stop, hang on the lane lines or touch the bottom) in order to pass.

3. You must be an officer, student or staff with a Harvard ID or be a Harvard Affiliate with a Harvard Athletic Facility pass to take the Harvard Swim test.

4. Tests will be given during regular hours of operation until 15 minutes prior to closing time. (You must show the lifeguard your Harvard id, prior to taking the test.)

5. Lost Cards will not be replaced.

6. SIGN YOUR SWIM CARD!

Malkin & Blodgett Pool Policies

The lifeguard and monitor staffs are here to ensure your safety and enjoyment. Please familiarize yourself with the pool regulations posted in the lobby and on signs on the pool deck. Some of the major regulations are listed below:

1. No carriages or strollers are permitted on the pool deck. Each child under the age of 7 must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult at all times while in the facility (regardless of whether the child is in or out of the water). One adult must be present per two children under age 7, and one adult per four children between ages 7 and 18. For a complete listing of the rules please refer to the Child Supervision Policy.

2. Personal flotation devices are NOT permitted.

3. Kick boards are available on a first come, first serve basis. Please return them when you are done.

4. Scuba equipment, including masks and snorkels, are NOT permitted in the pool. Exceptions will only be made for those with current medical approval on file with the Aquatic Director.

5. Diving from starting blocks, diving boards, and towers is prohibited.

6. Blodgett prohibits swimmers from using any entrance other than the main doors.

7. Private swimming lessons are prohibited. Only Harvard Aquatics Staff may give swimming lessons.

8. Blodgett users are not permitted in closets or storage areas, or to adjust pace clocks.

9. Swimmers must circle swim when there are more than two people swimming in a lane (staying to the right). Tap toes to pass.

10. Special activities may necessitate the change in or cancellation of recreational swim hours. Please check weekly schedule with monitors desk at 617-495-1789.

11. The MAC small pool is closed to non-class participants during Aqua Aerobics classes.

LIFEGUARDS ON DUTY ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR POOL ACTIVITIES AND HAVE AUTHORITY TO SUSPEND POOL PRIVILEGES. PARTICIPANTS MUST COMPLY WITH INSTRUCTIONS OF THE LIFEGUARDS.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping us to maintain a safe pool environment.

Malkin & Blodgett Child Supervision Policy

FOR THE SAFETY OF THE CHILDREN, THE HARVARD ATHLETIC
DEPARTMENT MAINTAINS THE FOLLOWING POLICY
REGARDING THE SUPERVISION OF CHILDREN:

1) No flotation devices of any kind are allowed for children.

2) Supervising adults must present their HUID or recreation membership card upon entering the facility.

3) Affiliates without a family recreational membership must pay a $10.00 guest fee before entering the facility if accompanied by a child.

4) Any adult responsible for children must accompany and directly supervise their children, regardless of age, at all times. No more than four children per adult.

5) One adult may supervise no more than two children under the age of 7. The adult must accompany and directly supervise the children in the water.

6) No carriages, strollers, or unsupervised children, regardless of age, are permitted on the pool deck

7) Babies must be diapered and wearing rubber pants in addition to their swimsuit.

Lifeguards on duty are responsible for pool activity and have authority to suspend pool privileges. Participants must comply with instructions of the lifeguards.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping us to maintain a safe pool environment.