The seemingly endless January snow is gone – hopefully for good. Now we moms dream of poolside playdates instead of cabin fever. With area community centers opening membership application in the next month, now is the time to consider summer pool membership.
Most area pools do not open until 11am which is tough when you have an afternoon napper, but I finally bit the bullet and joined last summer. It was life changing and the best money I spent all summer! It gave a rhythm to our day, an opportunity for the kids to burn off (a lot of) energy, and we all met new friends.
When you choose your pool, consider where most of the kids at your elementary school go to.
These are the friends that your kids in the coming years will want to spend the day with at the pool and be on the swim team with. Also, these are the other moms that you will want to get to know as well.
Community pools in Richmond by geographical area:
Pools that require residence in a particular neighborhood are not included.
City of Richmond Public Pools
The City of Richmond maintains 7 public pools that are free to use.
- Battery – 2719 Dupont Circle 23222
- Blackwell – East 14th Street 23224
- Fairmount – 2000 U Street 23223
- Hotchkiss – 701 East Brookland Park Boulevard 23222
- Powhatan – 1000 Apperson Street 23231
- Randolph – 1507 Grayland Avenue 23220
- Woodville – 2305 Fairfield Avenue 23223
Bon Air/Stratford Hills
| Pool | Family Dues | Initiation Fee | Early Discount | Members’ favorite perks |
| Bon Air | $560 | $0 | Yes | Three separate pools; free one day pass for families considering membership |
| Granite | $525 | Yes | ||
| Settlers Landing | $405 | |||
| South Hampton | $650 | $460 | Yes | They have an ice skating rink |
| Woodmont | $490 | Yes |
Chester
| Pool | Family Dues | Initiation Fee | Early Discount | Members’ Favorite Perks |
| Beulah | $385 | $200 | ||
| Chester Recreational Association | $365 | $750 | Three separate pools, screened in seating, and playground! | |
| Surreywood | $445 | $0 |
East End
| Pool | Family Dues | Initiation Fee | Early Discount | Members’ Favorite Perks |
| Sandston | $370 | $350 | Ping pong, cornhole, shuffleboard. |
Mechanicsville
| Pool | Family Dues | Initiation Fee | Early Discount | Members’ Favorite Perks |
| Chickahominy | $475 | $250 | ||
| Mechanicsville | $405 | $99 |
Midlothian
| Pool | Family Dues | Initiation Fee | Early Discount | Members’ Favorite Perks |
| ACAC – Midlo | see website for details | Waterpark; childcare available | ||
| Brandermill | $335 | $0 | ||
| Brighton Green | $395 | $0 | Yes | |
| Evergreen | not listed | $0 | ||
| Midlothian YMCA |
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| Queensmill | $400 | $0 |
Northside
| Pool | Family Dues | Initiation Fee | Early Discount | Members’ Favorite Perks |
| Lewis Ginter | per person | $500 | Best neighborhood clubhouse in Richmond | |
| Lakeside Swim | $433 | $675 |
West End
| Pools | Family Membership | Initiation Fee | Early Discount | Members’ Favorite Perks |
| Avalon | $725 | $1400 | ||
| Canterbury | $465 | $600 | Yes | The shallow end is in the afternoon shade; Friday night food trucks |
| Chesnut Oaks | $450 | $450 | Yes | |
| Church Run | $570 | $750 | ||
| Raintree | $685 | $0 | Yes | Gym and tennis membership available as well |
| Ridge Top | $600 | $1150 | ||
| Three Chopt | starting at $425 | $600 | Opens at 10am; Engaging baby pool with fountains | |
| Wembly | $440 | $0 | Small community feel |
Rates are subject to change. The above is what was posted on their respective websites as of January 22, 2018. Please see the specific pool’s website for more information and current rates.
Did we miss your favorite pool? Let us know in the comments or tell us your favorite thing about one of the pools on the list.
Lakeside Swim and Raquet Club http://www.golsrc.com
Thanks, Margaret! We will get it added.
Three Chopt Pool has lowered initiation fee to $200 single, $400 couple, $600 family. Dues start at $425 and increase $75 per person up to family of 6. We are in process of renovating website…
Thanks for the update, Jess! I love the baby pool area at Three Chopt <3
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