Swim laps, take a lesson, get certified or join a water workout at the Margot Connell Recreation Center Aquatics Center.

Check lane availability today →    Pool rules →    Email Aquatics →

Pool hours

For lane-by-lane times, use the RecConnect pool calendar (how to filter it, PDF). Hours change for holidays and breaks.

Programs

Lap swim: swimmers doing laps in the MCRC pool

Lap and Open Swim

Swim laps or relax during open pool times. With more than two swimmers in a lane, swim in a counter-clockwise circle.

Check lane availability →

Adult swim lessons: a swimmer doing freestyle beside a kickboard

Adult Swim Lessons

Beginner, Intermediate and Pre-Masters group lessons, from learning the basics to refining your technique. Pre-Masters starts at 50 yards of freestyle.

Register for adult lessons →

Red Cross courses: students practicing CPR on manikins

Red Cross Certifications

Lifeguarding with CPR/AED and First Aid, Lifeguard Recertification, and Water Safety Instructor training. A prerequisite swim test is required.

Register for Red Cross courses →
Lifeguard jobs at Campus Rec →

Water fitness: swimmers in flotation belts during an Aqua Bootcamp class

Water Fitness

Aqua Bootcamp mixes shallow and deep-water intervals for a full-body workout. No registration needed; comfort in deep water is a must.

Ask about class times →

Youth swim lessons: young swimmers in colorful hats at the pool edge

Youth Swim Lessons

Small-group lessons from Parent-Tot (6 months) through Level 6, on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.

See levels and schedules →

Pool rules: the MCRC pool deck with a lifeguard stand and BC banners

Pool Rules and Private Events

Read the pool rules before your first swim. Bringing more than three guests, like for a birthday party? Submit a space request.

Pool rules →
Request pool space →

Not affiliated with BC? Call Member Services at 617-552-0797 to register for lessons and courses. Questions? Email mcrcaquatics@bc.edu.

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