Frequently Asked Questions

Summer Hours
(Beginning July 5)
6:30am - 8:00pm Monday - Thursday
6:30am - 3:00pm Friday
(No weekend hours)
(Pool hours subject to change due to lack of use. Changes will be posted here.)

The pool will be closed Monday, September 3; Tuesday, November 6; Thursday, November 23; Monday, December 24; Tuesday, December 25; Monday, December 31; Tuesday, January 1; Monday, January 21; Monday, February 18; Friday, March 29 through Monday, April 1; Monday, May 27.

Piney Branch Pool Frequently Asked Questions:

Question: Will my child be allowed in the deep end?

Answer: Children will be asked to take a swim test if they want to go into the deep end. If they pass the test, the lifeguards will record the child’s name and they will be allowed in the deep end, which has two waterslides!

Question: Do I have to go in the water with my child?

Answer: If your child passes the swim test, you do not have to go into the water with your child. You can watch from the bleachers on the pool deck.

Question: Can my swim team or club rent lanes for private use?

Answer: Answer: Yes! Contact Joyce Seamens at 301-565-0190 or e-mail JoyceS@acsgw.org

Question: How old do you have to be to swim without an adult at the pool?

Answer:  Children 14 years old and older can swim without an adult if they present a school identification card.

Question: Are there locker rooms?

Answer: Yes! There are hot showers, bathrooms, hair dryers, and small and large lockers (bring your own combination lock) in the men’s and women’s locker rooms.

Question: Are kickboards and noodles allowed in the pool?

Answer: Yes! Swimming aids are allowed, as long as the pool is not too crowded. The lifeguards reserve the right to clear the pool of noodles, etc, if the pool gets too crowded.

Question: How shallow is the shallow end?

Answer: The shallow end is over three feet, so very small children will need an adult in the pool with them.

Question: Can I use the aerobic equipment?

Answer: Adults, and not children, may use the aerobic equipment as long as it is not in use by an aerobics class.

Question: Who may use the Piney Branch Pool?

Answer: The pool is open to the public. There are no residency requirements. However, some fees are discounted for Takoma Park and Montgomery County residents.

Question: If I buy a child, senior or adult pass, can anyone in my family use it?

Answer: A child's pass may be used by any other child (under 18 years old) in the family. Likewise, a senior pass may be used by any other senior (over 55 years old) in the family, and any non-senior adult family members (18 - 55 years old) may use an adult pass. In each case, the family members must be listed on the registration form to be eligible to use the pass.

Question: Do you have towels for swimmers to use?

Answer: No, we do not supply towels. You must bring your own shower supplies and towels. We also recommend you bring a lock to secure your posessions in a locker while you're swimming. And, please do not bring valuables to the pool. We cannot be responsible for any losses.

Question: Could I teach lessons at Piney Branch Pool?

Answer: We welcome new programs at our pool, however, you may NOT conduct lessons without prior permission. If you are interested in teaching lessons or conducting any other type of program at the pool, please contact Joyce Seamens at 301-565-0190 or e-mail JoyceS@acsgw.org

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Updated March 4, 2012