Hofstra Swim Center - Hofstra University

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The Hofstra Swim Center, located at 240 Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY 11549, USA, is a comprehensive aquatic facility part of Hofstra University. It features a 25-yard, eight-lane main pool and a smaller, three-lane instructional pool, catering to a range of activities from recreational swimming to competitive programs.

The main pool at the Hofstra Swim Center is heated to 79 degrees Fahrenheit, and the instructional pool is maintained at 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

What are people saying (AI review summary)? The pool is generally well-regarded as nice and Olympic-style. However, common criticisms focus on the facility's condition and amenities. Frequent complaints include uncomfortable and cramped wooden bleachers, an outdated or broken scoreboard (lacking full functionality or detail), and an uncomfortably warm environment due to inadequate HVAC. Other issues mentioned are the need for general upgrades (windows, flooring), occasional cleanliness concerns, a no-outside-food policy, and high event entry fees.

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May 3rd, 2025

yourlocalcommoner

very nice pool, but warning: they don’t let you have food inside the facility

March 30th, 2025

Sue O'Connell

10 dollars to enter for a swim meet and my kid had to walk on this filth....

March 26th, 2023

Beth Santagata

Nice pool, but needs to be upgraded. Windows and flooring look original. Scoreboard is broken so not all the digits are working.

May 14th, 2022

Jason Eng

Nice Olympic style pool. Points drop because the scoreboard is very old school. There's no names just lane and time. Also the bleachers are very uncomfortable. Could do with a back to them.

January 5th, 2020

Michael Krall

It was cramped and the seating is not comfortable. The seating is wood bleachers. If you are sitting here all day for a swim meet prepare yourself for a backache at the end of the day. Hofstra should really upgrade the HVAC system it is very warm. I have been here in the Spring and the Fall and it is always hot in the building. I know swimmers want it hot but this extreme.

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Opening Hours

Sunday	12:00 – 4:00 PM
Monday	6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday	6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday	6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday	6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday	6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday	12:00 – 4:00 PM

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