During construction, the locker rooms and pool will remain open with modified access routes. Signage is posted throughout the building to guide patrons. You must follow posted signage. To protect against slipping, shoes and coverings should be worn when walking between the locker rooms and the pool. You should also dry off as much as possible before exiting the pool deck. If you have questions or need assistance, please call the HPER Pool Desk at: 435-797-0538.
Except in case of emergency, please do not use the second-floor bleacher entrance - Opening the door will trigger an alarm.
We appreciate your patience and cooperation.
Effective January 5th, 2026, all minors are required to pay the established Open Swim access fee ($4), regardless of a parent or guardian’s affiliation with the University. This update applies to minors of students, faculty, staff, and community members. This policy ensures consistent access standards, supports facility operations, and aligns minor participation with comparable program and risk management requirements.
Effective August 25th, 2025, Community Off-Campus Pool Memberships, Punch Passes, Swim Lessons, and Health & Safety Programs were subject to increases. This change ensures consistent access standards, supports facility operations, and aligns with comparable program fee structures throughout the state.
Aquatics and Safety Mission Statement
During construction, the locker rooms and pool will remain open with modified access routes. Signage is posted throughout the building to guide patrons. You must follow posted signage. To protect against slipping, shoes and coverings should be worn when walking between the locker rooms and the pool. You should also dry off as much as possible before exiting the pool deck. If you have questions or need assistance, please call the HPER Pool Desk at: 435-797-0538.
Except in case of emergency, please do not use the second-floor bleacher entrance - Opening the door will trigger an alarm.
We appreciate your patience and cooperation.
Effective January 5th, 2026, all minors are required to pay the established Open Swim access fee ($4), regardless of a parent or guardian’s affiliation with the University. This update applies to minors of students, faculty, staff, and community members. This policy ensures consistent access standards, supports facility operations, and aligns minor participation with comparable program and risk management requirements.
Effective August 25th, 2025, Community Off-Campus Pool Memberships, Punch Passes, Swim Lessons, and Health & Safety Programs were subject to increases. This change ensures consistent access standards, supports facility operations, and aligns with comparable program fee structures throughout the state.
The Aquatics and Safety Program offers a safe and inviting environment supported by educated, enthusiastic and professional American Red Cross certified Lifeguards and Water Safety Instructors. It is our mission to provide an aquatic program and facilities for aquatic education, physical activity, and leisure to individuals with different needs and goals as well as educate participants on water safety practices.
Macy Gustavus
Coordinator of Aquatics & Safety
Campus Recreation
- Group Swim Lessons (skills-based, all ages)
- Parent-Child Lessons
- Private Lessons
- CPR/AED First Aid
- CPR/AED First Aid for the Professional Rescuer
- Lifeguarding
Pool Pass Options
Pool passes are good for all Lap & Open Swim Times. Passes can be purchased at the Pool Desk.
- Full-time Students & Benefited Faculty/Staff
- Free with valid USU ID
- Full-time Student Spouse & Benefited Faculty/Staff Spouse
- Free with purchase of Spouse Card at the Office of the Registrar.
- Alumni, Non-Benefitted Faculty/Staff, Visiting Scholars, Old Main Society Members & Community
- $6 adult day pass (18+)
- $135/semester membership (pro-rated daily)
- Multi-visit Punch Passes
- $35 for 6 visits
- $70 for 12 visits
- $135 for 24 visits.
- All Minors (Individuals under 18 years of age)**
- $4 minor day pass
** Minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Patrons under the of 17 are not permitted to enter the facility during Lap Swim hours without approval from the Aquatics Staff on-duty. Open Swim is available to patrons ages 6 months and older. Children age 8 and under must be accompanied in the water by an adult at all times, with a maximum of three children per adult. The supervising adult must maintain direct observation of children under their stewardship.
Frequently Asked Questions
For additional questions, not found here, please contact aquatics@aggies.usu.edu.
Swim Attire
- Individuals over the age of three are required to wear proper swim attire. Underwear, bra, and athletic shorts are not permitted in the HPER Pool.
- Children under the age of three are required to have both a swim diaper and plastic pants underneath their swimming suit as required by Utah State Law R392-302-30. Both diapers and plastic pants can be purchased at the HPER Service Desk.
How to Register for Swim Lessons
- Registration for swim lessons is managed through the Campus Rec Portal.
- Please review instructions on how to set up an account or use one you've already set up. You can also email aquatics@aggies.usu.edu for assistance.
Class Changes & Refunds
Requests for Swim Lesson or Health & Safety class changes or refunds are subject to the following guidlines:- 5 or more business days (M-F) prior to course start date:
- Change to another class or program in the same session upon availability.
- Withdraw and receive refund, less processing fee of $10.00.
- 4 or less business days (M-F) prior to course start date:
- Change to another class or program in the same session upon availability.
- If the space can be filled from a waitlist, you may be allowed a refund, less the processing fee of $10.00.
- If the space cannot be filled from a waitlist, you will not be issued a refund or credit for a separate session of lessons.