Cass Park Aquatics Center
Cass Park Aquatics Center is closed for the season.
Thank you to all of our patrons for a memorable 50th season of swimming!
Thank you to all of our patrons for a memorable 50th season of swimming!
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2023 Rates/Fees
For Public Swim by Age |
City & Town of Ithaca Registered Residents |
Other Registered Customers |
Infant (up to 1 year old) |
FREE |
$1.00 |
Toddler (2-5 years old) |
$2.00 |
$3.00 |
Child (6-12 years old) |
$3.00 |
$4.00 |
Student (13-17 years old) |
$4.00 |
$5.50 |
Adult (18-59 years old) |
$5.00 |
$6.50 |
Senior (60+) |
$4.00 |
$5.50 |
Long Course Lap Swim (13+ years) |
$5.00 |
$6.50 |
Our Daily Admission Fees are based on registration in our system. If you or your child have registered for programs through the IYB Recreation Department since Oct.10, 2014, then you are already a Registered Customer. If not, please click link to become a Registered Customer & "Create an Account" online for FREE. You do NOT need to be a resident of Tompkins County. Proof of Residency required. Address Verification can be done at the Ithaca Youth Bureau and Cass Park during regular business hours, list of acceptable proofs below:
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Season Passes sales are done for the season.
Season Passes are available to anyone, but City and Town of Ithaca Residents receive an additional resident discount. All NEW pass applicants must be present to receive their photo pass and have proof of residency.
Season Passes are available to anyone, but City and Town of Ithaca Residents receive an additional resident discount. All NEW pass applicants must be present to receive their photo pass and have proof of residency.
Cass ONLY Pass |
City & Town of Ithaca 2023 Rates * |
Other Registered Users 2023 |
Infant (up to 1 yr) |
FREE but MUST register & check-in each visit |
$10 |
Toddlers (2-5 yrs) |
$20 |
$30 |
Child (6-12 yrs) |
$30 |
$40 |
Student (13-17 yrs) |
$40 |
$55 |
Adult (18-59 yrs) |
$50 |
$65 |
Senior (60+ yrs) |
$40 |
$55 |
Afternoon Short Course Lap Swim (13+ yrs) |
Included in Season Pass |
Included in Season Pass |
Long Course Lap Swim Pass (13+ yrs) |
$50 |
$65 |
*Discounted rates for City & Town of Ithaca Residents w/ proof of residency.
Long Course Lap Swim (ages 13+)
Monday - Friday, July 5th - August 17th, 2023
9am-12:30pm
City and Town Residents - $5, Other Registered Customers - $6.50
Long Course Lap Swim Pass: City & Town Residents - $50, Other Registered Customers - $65
Public Swim season pass does not apply to Long Course Lap Swim sessions.
Short Course Lap Swim (ages 13+)
Monday-Friday, 4-7pm
Sat-Sun, 12:30-6pm
Normal daily public swim fees apply; fees included in Season Pass and Daily Admissions.
Monday - Friday, July 5th - August 17th, 2023
9am-12:30pm
City and Town Residents - $5, Other Registered Customers - $6.50
Long Course Lap Swim Pass: City & Town Residents - $50, Other Registered Customers - $65
Public Swim season pass does not apply to Long Course Lap Swim sessions.
Short Course Lap Swim (ages 13+)
Monday-Friday, 4-7pm
Sat-Sun, 12:30-6pm
Normal daily public swim fees apply; fees included in Season Pass and Daily Admissions.
CASS PARK Pool Rules
1. There is no running on the concrete sections of the pool deck. Running is allowed in the grass area.
2. Please do not distract the lifeguards in their chairs unnecessarily. If you need non-emergency assistance, please see the guards in the pool office.
3. Do not yell for help, unless you really need it.
4. Diving from the deck of the pool is not allowed in any area. Jumps must be feet first and facing forward. DO NOT LEAN BACK INTO A JUMP. This action can lead to serious head and neck injuries.
5. Horseplay and roughhousing are not allowed in the pool or concrete areas.
6. Back rides of any kind will not be allowed in the shallow end.
7. Do not stand in the gutters or hang on pool railings including the stair area.
8. Do not hang or sit on the lane lines or the line supports.
9. Flotation devices are only allowed for those individuals with physical disabilities requiring their use. Only U.S. Coast Guard-approved devices are allowed. Please check in at the Lifeguard office if you will be using such a device. Kickboards, fins, and pull buoys are allowed for lap swimmers.
10. We are a family facility. Please respect others at all times. Disrespectful or hurtful comments or the use of obscene language is not tolerated.
11. Radios and portable stereos are not permitted in the concrete area. They may be used in the grass area, but the volume must be kept to a level that the lifeguards cannot hear.
12. Glass containers may not be brought into the pool area.
13. All food and drinks must be kept in the picnic table area on the deck or in the grass area.
14. ALL CLEAN-UP IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PATRON/GROUP MEMBER. Persons will be asked to clean their areas before being allowed to exit the pool area.
15. Loitering in the locker rooms and showers is not allowed. Please observe a 5-minute shower limit. Horseplay in the shower and locker room areas will not be tolerated. Destructive patrons will be held responsible for their actions.
16. Children under 12 MUST be accompanied by someone who is at least 16 years or older.
17. All persons under 12 using any part deep end including the diving board & slide must pass a swim test.
Pool Slide & Diving Board Basic Rules
1. All persons under 12 using the slide or diving board must pass a swim test.
2. Only one person allowed on the equipment at a time. Those waiting in line must stay at the foot of the stairs on the deck until they are told to proceed.
3. Only one person may be in the plunge area at one time.
4. Please see additional equipment-specific rules posted near each apparatus.
1. There is no running on the concrete sections of the pool deck. Running is allowed in the grass area.
2. Please do not distract the lifeguards in their chairs unnecessarily. If you need non-emergency assistance, please see the guards in the pool office.
3. Do not yell for help, unless you really need it.
4. Diving from the deck of the pool is not allowed in any area. Jumps must be feet first and facing forward. DO NOT LEAN BACK INTO A JUMP. This action can lead to serious head and neck injuries.
5. Horseplay and roughhousing are not allowed in the pool or concrete areas.
6. Back rides of any kind will not be allowed in the shallow end.
7. Do not stand in the gutters or hang on pool railings including the stair area.
8. Do not hang or sit on the lane lines or the line supports.
9. Flotation devices are only allowed for those individuals with physical disabilities requiring their use. Only U.S. Coast Guard-approved devices are allowed. Please check in at the Lifeguard office if you will be using such a device. Kickboards, fins, and pull buoys are allowed for lap swimmers.
10. We are a family facility. Please respect others at all times. Disrespectful or hurtful comments or the use of obscene language is not tolerated.
11. Radios and portable stereos are not permitted in the concrete area. They may be used in the grass area, but the volume must be kept to a level that the lifeguards cannot hear.
12. Glass containers may not be brought into the pool area.
13. All food and drinks must be kept in the picnic table area on the deck or in the grass area.
14. ALL CLEAN-UP IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PATRON/GROUP MEMBER. Persons will be asked to clean their areas before being allowed to exit the pool area.
15. Loitering in the locker rooms and showers is not allowed. Please observe a 5-minute shower limit. Horseplay in the shower and locker room areas will not be tolerated. Destructive patrons will be held responsible for their actions.
16. Children under 12 MUST be accompanied by someone who is at least 16 years or older.
17. All persons under 12 using any part deep end including the diving board & slide must pass a swim test.
Pool Slide & Diving Board Basic Rules
1. All persons under 12 using the slide or diving board must pass a swim test.
2. Only one person allowed on the equipment at a time. Those waiting in line must stay at the foot of the stairs on the deck until they are told to proceed.
3. Only one person may be in the plunge area at one time.
4. Please see additional equipment-specific rules posted near each apparatus.
Cass Park Learn to Swim Class level descriptions, prerequisites and schedule is available online.
All lesson registration should be completed at least 72 hours in advance of the class start time for us to determine whether the class has the minimum to start. Please call first if there are less than 48 hours until the class start time. There are small minimums & maximums, so classes may fill quickly; don't wait or you might be too late!
Group rates are available during regular public hours with a minimum one week notice. Groups must have a minimum of 10 people.
A group/party area within the pool area is available for reservation at a cost of $12/hr. The maximum group size this area can accommodate is 30 people. Please contact Amir Ali at aali@cityofithaca.org for information and reservation.
A group/party area within the pool area is available for reservation at a cost of $12/hr. The maximum group size this area can accommodate is 30 people. Please contact Amir Ali at aali@cityofithaca.org for information and reservation.
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Closure Policy
Pool may be closed due to poor weather, expected inclement weather, health department compliance or mechanical failure. Please call if weather is/has been questionable to verify pool status.
Cass Park Aquatics Center is a smoke free facility! |
