About
The Kathryn E. Kennedy Aquatic Center, commonly known as Kennedy Swimming Pool, is an indoor public swimming facility located at 1139 Ionia St, Jacksonville, FL 32206. It features a 25-yard, 6-lane pool suitable for both recreational and lap swimming, along with a shallow-water area designed for swim instruction and lessons. Operated by the City of Jacksonville, it serves as a community resource for aquatic activities.
The main 25-yard, 6-lane pool at the Kathryn E. Kennedy Aquatic Center is heated, particularly during the winter months, to ensure a comfortable environment for recreational and lap swimming. While specific daily temperature values are not routinely published, the pool maintains a suitable temperature for year-round aquatic activities.
What are people saying (AI review summary)? The public pool receives mixed reviews. While some appreciate having access to a typical public pool and note a generally good crowd, significant concerns were raised about inappropriate behavior from older men towards younger girls, with lifeguards reportedly failing to intervene. Other issues mentioned include an excessive amount of chlorine in the pool. It is noted that the pool operates seasonally, opening after Memorial Day.
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Good for Children
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Accessible Entrance
Reviews
Listing Reviews
May 28th, 2017Theresa Thomas
Too many older men hang out here. Pick up or looking at younger girls. Nasty. Lifeguards don't a care.
July 19th, 2019Hanna Marin
Fun place to hangout with your friends and too much chlorine in tha pool
June 12th, 2022Kimberly Arb
It’s a typical public pool. I appreciate having access to one.
August 17th, 2022Thom Gilbert
Good crowd in attendance without threats of violence.
April 4th, 2014J H
Only open after Memorial Day (Summer only). Have not actually been here.
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Opening Hours
| Sunday | Closed |
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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
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