Aquatics and Safety Mission Statement
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 a diverse 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.
- Group Swim Lessons (skills-based, all ages)
- Parent-Child Lessons
- Private Lessons
- CPR/AED FIrst Aid
- CPR/AED First Aid for the Professional Rescuer
- Mental Health First Aid
- Lifeguarding
- Lifeguard Instructor
- Water Safety Instructor
Pool Pass Options
Pool passes are good for all Lap & Open Swim Times (children are allowed during Open Swim only. Passes can be purchased at the HPER Service Desk.
- Full-time Students: Free with valid USU ID
- Benefitted Faculty/Staff: Free with valid USU ID
- Student Spouse, Faculty/Staff Spouse: Free with purchase of Spouse Card at Registrar's Office
- Children of Students: Free with parent's valid USU ID (Open Swim times only & children must be accompanied by USU student parent)
- Alumni, Non-Benefitted Faculty/Staff, Benefitted Faculty/Staff Children, Visiting Scholars, Old Main Society Members, Community:
- $3 children single-use pass (17 years old or younger, Open Swim times only)
- $5 adult day pass (18+)
- $55/semester membership
- Packages:
- $25 for 6 visits
- $48 for 12 visits
- $72 for 24 visits
- multi-visit passes may be purchased by anyone and are not based on Campus Recreation membership.
Frequently Asked Questions
For additional questions, not found here, please contact campusrec@usu.edu or call the HPER Service Desk for answers.
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 access one you've already set up. You can also email campusrec@usu.edu or call the HPER Service Desk at (435) 797-1785 for assistance.