The water park will be open for the season May 23, 2026 - August 23, 2026

Monday - Saturday: 1:00 pm - 7:00* pm

Sunday: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

* lap area closed 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday for Swim Team practice.

During the anticipated August 3–23 closure of the indoor pool, waterpark hours will be updated to accommodate indoor pool activities and reduced staffing as local colleges return to session. Please check back for updates.

Daily Admission

Indoor Pool & Fitness Passes

Water Park Passes

Arthritis Water Aerobics

Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 9:00 am

Free with paid admission or pool pass. 

Kick off your morning right with a morning warm-up for those joints and muscles. This class is very low-impact and great for those with mobility and arthritis issues.  

The Arthritis Water Aerobics meets year-round in the heated indoor pool. There is no need to register, simply join us as your schedule allows! 

Friends Water Aerobics

Monday, Wednesday, Friday
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Free with paid admission or pool pass.

This class focuses on keeping your body moving with resistance exercises. Friends Aerobics is low-impact and great for those looking to get started with water fitness.

The Friends Water Aerobics meets all year long in the heated indoor pool. There is no need to register, simply join us as your schedule allows!

Evening Water Aerobics

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Free with paid admission or pool pass.

Join the Evening Water Aerobics for your evening workout. This class is low- to medium-impact and focuses on gaining muscular strength and cardio endurance.

The Evening Water Aerobics meets year-round in the heated indoor pool. There is no need to register, simply join us as your schedule allows! 

Water Exploration

Water Exploration is designed for beginning swimmers ages 6 months to 3 years and a parent. Each session consists of six half-hour classes where the child explores the water through songs and games. Sessions are $33 for members or $66 for non members.  Scholarships are available.

To see the schedule and to register your child, visit the Program Registration Portal.

Group Swimming Lessons

Group swimming lessons are for swimmers ages 3 and up. Each session consists of six 45-minute lessons. Levels offered include Level 1 through Level 5. Sessions are $33 for members or $66 for non members.  Scholarships are available.

To see the schedule and to register your child, visit the Program Registration Portal..

Private Swimming Lessons

Private swimming lessons are available for swimmers of all ages, even adults!  Schedule your session of six half-hour lessons by contacting the Kirksville Parks and Recreation office. Sessions are $108 for members or $144 for non members. Class times are set based on student and instructor availability.  Email Robin Harden at rlharden@kirksville.gov to request private swimming lessons or register your child via the Program Registration Portal.

Scholarship Program

The Kirksville Aquatic Center now offers a scholarship program that provides financial assistance for qualifying students in Water Exploration and Group Swimming Lessons. Apply now for assistance from the Scholarship Program. 

Indoor Pool Birthday Parties 

The indoor pool party cove can be reserved for $25 per hour during our regular winter hours of operation.  In addition to the rental fee, admission must be paid for everyone who attends the party. Admission is discounted to $6 per swimmer and $4 for each nonswimmer.  Guests may use pool passes for their admission.   

Cake, ice cream, drinks, and other treats may be brought in for the party. No glass containers are allowed. Reminder, children 8 and under must be accompanied in the water by an adult.

Water Park Birthday Parties 

An outdoor shade cabaña can be reserved for $25 per hour during our regular summer hours of operation.  In addition to the rental fee, admission must be paid for everyone who attends the party. Admission is discounted to $6 per swimmer and $4 for each nonswimmer.  Guests may use pool passes for their admission.   

Cake, ice cream, drinks, and other treats may be brought in for the party. Pizza may be pre-ordered from the concession stand for $13 a pizza. No glass containers are allowed. Reminder, children 8 and under must be accompanied in the water by an adult.

Please contact Tyler Hanson at thanson@kirksville.gov or 660.627.1485 to schedule your party.

Indoor Pool Private Rental

The indoor pool is available for private rental before or after regular hours of operation. Requests for private rentals must be made at least two weeks before the event.

$120 per hour plus paid admission to the facility. Admission is discounted to $6 for swimmers and $4 for nonswimmers.

Water Park Private Rental

The water park is available for private rental before or after regular hours of operation during the summer season only. Requests for private rentals must be made at least two weeks before your event.

$275 per hour plus paid admission to the facility. Admission is discounted to $6 for swimmers and $4 for nonswimmers.

To request a private rental of the Kirksville Aquatic Center contact Tyler Hanson at 660.627.1485 or thanson@kirksville.gov.

Adult CPR/AED and First Aid Training

Adult Course: $100
Add Pediatric Skills: $15

The Adult CPR/AED blended learning course equips students to recognize and care for a variety of breathing and cardiac emergencies involving adults. It is designed for students who need a certification that satisfies OSHA workplace or other regulatory requirements. This class is taught in a blended learning format and the online portion (accessed via mobile desktop or tablet) must be completed prior to attending the Instructor-led skills session. Upon successful completion a valid 2 year digital certificate for Adult CPR/AED is issued.  The link for the blended learning course will be sent via email after registration.  To register, visit the Program Registration Portal.

BLS/CPR for the Professional Rescuer

Full Course: $100

The Kirksville Aquatic Center offers American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) training. The BLS course provides healthcare providers and public safety professionals the knowledge and skills necessary to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies in adult, child and infant patients. This class is taught in a blended learning format and the online portion (accessed via mobile desktop or tablet) must be completed prior to attending the instructor-led skills session. Upon successful completion of the course, learners will receive a 2-year Basic Life Support digital certificate with anytime anywhere access to certificate and training history. The link for the blended learning course will be sent via email after registration.  To register, visit the Program Registration Portal.

Lifeguard Training

All students will complete an online course before the in-person meeting.  Contact our office to learn about Lifeguard Training dates.

Full Course: $250
Review Course: $175

The Lifeguarding course provides participants the knowledge & skills to prevent recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide professional-level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illnesses. This class uses blended learning and requires the online portion to be completed prior to the in person course. Participants who successfully complete this course receive an American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid valid for 2 years. 

All students must be at least 15 years of age by the first day of class, complete a 200-yard swim, 2 minutes of treading, and timed brick retrieval.  If participants cannot complete the prerequisites they will not be permitted to continue in the class.  Students must attend all class sessions or make prior arrangements with the instructor. 

If you would like to work at the Kirksville Aquatic Center please apply to join our team and your lifeguard training will be provided at no cost.  If you need the training for a job not at our facility, visit the Program Registration Portal.

For questions about American Red Cross training please Email Tyler Hanson at thanson@kirksville.gov.

Additional courses and dates can be requested, pending instructor availability, for an additional $25 fee.

P. C. Mills Park Splash Pad

The PC Mills Park Splash Pad is a free, seasonal amenity open to the public during regular park hours. It is scheduled to open in May and will remain available for use through September. The splash pad operates on a self-serve basis and is a great way for families to cool off and enjoy outdoor recreation throughout the summer season.

Wading Pools 

Wading pools will open for the season on May 26, 2026, and operate through August 23, 2026. Hours of operation are 2:00–6:00 pm. Wading pool operations are weather dependent and will only be open when temperatures are above 72 degrees and there is no threat of precipitation.

     Brashear Park: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday

     Jaycee Park: Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday.  

Lifeguards

Applicants must be at least 15 years of age.
Lifeguard training provided at no cost.

Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring the safety of patrons in the aquatic facility and wading pools by preventing and responding to emergencies. 

Currently all positions for the summer 2026 have been filled.  You may Apply Now for any future vacancies!

Swimming Lessons Instructors

Applicants must be at least 15 years of age.
Previous teaching experience preferred.

Swim Instructors are responsible for conducting group and private swimming lessons following provided lesson plans.

Currently all positions for the summer 2026 have been filled.  You may Apply Now for any future vacancies!

Admissions Desk Workers

Applicants must be at least 15 years of age,
and possess excellent customer service skills.

Admissions Workers are responsible for greeting patrons as they enter the Aquatic Center, and recording transactions.

Currently all positions for the summer 2026 have been filled.  You may Apply Now for any future vacancies!

Concessions Stand Workers

Applicants must be at least 15 years of age.
Food handler training provided at no cost.

Concessions Workers are responsible for greeting patrons while taking orders, recording transactions, preparing and handling concessions food.

Currently all positions for the summer 2026 have been filled.  You may Apply Now for any future vacancies!

Seasonal Park Maintenance Worker

Applicants must be at least 16 years of age.
Previous mowing experience preferred.

Park Maintenance Workers are responsible for upkeep of all city park lands including the daily markings of ballfields.

Currently all positions for the summer 2026 have been filled.  You may Apply Now for any future vacancies!

Umpires

Applicants must be at least 16 years of age.
Preseason training provided at no cost.

Umpires are responsible for officiating youth baseball and softball games during the KBSL season.

Currently all positions for the summer 2026 have been filled.  You may Apply Now for any future vacancies!

Phone:  660.627.POOL (7665)

Fax: 660.627.1419

Address: 801 E.Mill Street

Parks and Recreation Director
Robin Harden
rlharden@kirksville.gov

Assistant Parks and Recreation Director
Luke Callaghan
lcallaghan@kirksville.gov

Aquatics Specialist
Tyler Hanson
thanson@kirksville.gov