Parks and Recreation

Contact Information
Parks & Recreation Department

Northwest Recreation Center
1340 11th Street NW
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52405

Phone: 319-286-5566, option 1
Fax: 319-538-0020
recreation@cedar-rapids.org
Weather Cancellation Hotline: 319-286-5700

Office Hours
Mon - Fri 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

City Services Center (CSC)
500 15th Avenue SW
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52404

Phone: 
319-286-5566, option 3
Fax: 319-540-8843
parks@cedar-rapids.org

Hours
Mon - Fri 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.


Department Contacts

Welcome to Bender Pool
A girl slides down the indoor water slide at Bender Pool.Bender Pool is an indoor pool, open year-round. The pool is ADA accessible and is equipped with a hydraulic chair and sloping steps in addition to traditional pool ladders.

The pool also has a slide and a basketball hoop. Bender Pool's locker rooms are equipped with showers, hairdryers, electrical outlets, baby changing tables, and lockers. Bring your own padlock or rent one. 

The locker rooms are open and available. Patrons are encouraged to come dressed to swim. 

The Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation Department offers swimming lessons for all ages, special swims for youths, as well as water programs for adults at Bender Pool. 

Post Summer Season (August 21 - September 1)

This schedule is in effect through September 1, 2023. It is subject to change and may vary around the holidays, special activities, maintenance needs, and other events or issues.

Water Exercise | $6.25 or pass
(Ages 15+)
 This instructor-led class concentrates on stretching, strengthening, flexibility, and range-of-motion exercises. This is a drop-in program, no registration required. Current season pass or punch pass may be used.

 Days   Time 
 Monday/Wednesday/Friday  9-9:55 AM
 Monday/Wednesday  5:30-6:25 PM

Adult 18+ Swim | $5.25 or pass
(Ages 18+) 
Open swim for adults only.

 Days  Time
 Tuesday/Thursday  9-9:55 AM
 Monday/Wednesday/Friday  10-10:55 AM
 Monday/Wednesday/Friday  1-3 PM

Lap Swim | $5.50 or pass
(Ages 15+)
Take time for yourself! This is a good time for water walking.

 Days   Time
 Monday/Wednesday/Friday  11 AM-12:45 PM
 Monday/Wednesday  6:30-7:25 PM

 

Fall Season (September 5 - November 26)

This schedule is in effect through November 26, 2023. It is subject to change and may vary around the holidays, special activities, maintenance needs, and other events or issues. Bender Pool will be closed September 4 (Labor Day), November 10 & 11 (Veterans Day), November 23 & 24 (Thanksgiving).

Open Swim | $5.75 or pass
(All Ages) 
Open swim for all ages. Large inflatables will be in the pool on WIBIT Days: September 8 & 22, October 6, and November 3. The deep end is open the remaining Fridays of each month. Food, water toys, tubes, noodles, etc. are not allowed.

 Days  Time
 Friday (Begins 9/8 - No swim 10/27, 11/10, 11/24)  3:30-7:30 PM
 Sunday (Begins 9/11)   1-4 PM

Friday Night Spooky Swim | $2
(All Ages)
Celebrate Halloween at Bender Pool and receive a bag of treats as you leave. No preregistration required.

 Days  Time
 Friday, October 27  6-8:30 PM

Thanksgiving Swim | $2
(All Ages)
School is out! Enjoy a swim at Bender Pool!

 Days  Time
 Wednesday, November 11  1-4 PM

Water Exercise | $6.25 or pass
(Ages 15+)
 This instructor-led class concentrates on stretching, strengthening, flexibility, and range-of-motion exercises. This is a drop-in program, no registration required. Current season pass or punch pass may be used.

 Days   Time 
 Monday/Wednesday/Friday (Begins 9/6 - Ends 11/22. No class 11/10)  9-9:55 AM
 Monday/Wednesday (Begins 9/6 - Ends 11/20)  5:30-6:25 PM

Adult 18+ Swim | $5.25 or pass
(Ages 18+) 
Open swim for adults only.

 Days  Time
 Tuesday/Thursday (Begins 9/5 - No swim 11/23)  9-9:55 AM
 Monday/Wednesday/Friday (No swim 11/10, 11/24)   10-10:55 AM
 Monday/Wednesday/Friday (Begins 9/6 - No swim 11/10, 11/22, 11/24)  1-3 PM

Lap Swim | $5.50 or pass
(Ages 15+)
Take time for yourself! This is a good time for water walking. The baby pool will be closed.

 Days   Time
 Monday/Wednesday/Friday (Begins 9/6 - No swim 11/10, 11/24)  11 AM-12:45 PM
 Monday/Wednesday (Begins 9/6 - No swim 11/10, 11/22)  6:30-7:25 PM
 Saturday (Begins 9/9 - No swim 11/25)  7:30-8:45 AM
 Sunday (Begins 9/10)  11:15 AM-12:45 PM

 Open Kayak/Canoe Practice | $10
(10+ yrs.)
Practice skills (strokes and rolls) in the controlled environment of Bender Pool in this drop-in program co-sponsored by Linn County Conservation. Experienced paddlers will be on hand to offer tips and suggestions. Bring your own equipment. No registration required.

 Days  Time
 Sunday, October 29  4:30-6:30 PM
 Sunday, November 12  4:30-6:30 PM
 Sunday, November 26  4:30-6:30 PM
 Sunday, December 10  4:30-6:30 PM
 Sunday, January 7  4:30-6:30 PM
 Sunday, January 21  4:30-6:30 PM
 Sunday, February 4  4:30-6:30 PM
 Sunday, February 18  4:30-6:30 PM
 Sunday, March 3  4:30-6:30 PM

 

Season Passes and Punch/Group Passes

Punch Pass

  • May be used by an individual, a group, transferred to another person, or used by a family or group for any age appropriate public swims and water exercise classes.  No photo required.
  • Purchase passes at the Parks & Recreation Department office in the City Services Center or the Northwest Recreation Center. They cannot be purchased online.
  • 20 Punches - $83 Non-refundable

Individual and Senior 60+ Swim Passes 

  • May only be used by the pass holder for age appropriate Open Swim, Adult Swim, Lap Swim/Water Walking, and Water Exercise.
  • Pass is valid September 5, 2023, through May 19, 2024.

Fees:

Individual
Non-resident $191
Resident $181

Senior 60+
Non-resident $161
Resident $151

Purchase Passes
Purchase season passes in person and get your photo taken at the NW Recreation Center, 1340 11th Street NW, or the Parks and Recreation office in the City Services Center, 500 15th Avenue SW, during regular business hours. Last year's passes (2022 only) may be renewed online.

RENEW A POOL PASS


RecAssist
Low-Income Assistance Program
The Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation Department offers a discount for swim passes and programs to individuals and families with financial need. To qualify for reduced fees, the individual or family must meet the annual income guidelines.

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Location
940 14th Avenue SE
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52403

Phone Number
319-286-5790

Related Links
Pool Policies
Pool Rental
Swim Lessons
Purchase Season Pass



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