Sabetha Aquatic Center
- 330,000 gallon heated pool with chaise lounge and arm chairs for relaxing around the water
- Red Cross certified lifeguards always on duty
- Multiple shade canopies
- Zero entry / child area with Buddy the Beaver slide for children ages 2-4 and cooling fountains
- 3 stepped areas to allow for access at different points around the pool
- Water pressure powered handicap pool lift
- Easy flowing lazy river with inner tubes provided
- Wet bubble which is a soft, slippery vinyl dome in the pool with 10 water jets spraying on it from different angles
- 1 meter and 3 meter diving boards with Dura Safe padding underneath for protecting against slips and falls
- Flume body slide measuring at 25 feet high and 176 feet in length , must be at least
- 48” to slide
- Family slide measuring at 14 feet high and 45 feet in length , must be at least 42” to slide with an adult or 48” to slide by yourself
- Offers public and private swim lessons, water aerobics, lap swim, and private pool parties after hours
2024 Aquatic Park Pricing
Swimming Lessons
Lifeguards are certified through the American Red Cross lifeguarding program and give lessons based on Red Cross standards. Signups for lessons will be on May 4, 2024 from 9:00-11:00 am at the Sabetha Aquatic Center, focusing on 6 levels that will be taught in public or private sessions.
Session 1: 5/28 - 6/7
Session 2: 6/10 - 6/21
Session 3: 6/24 - 7/5 (excluding July 4th)
- Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills: Students will learn how to feel comfortable in the water and safely enjoy it.
- Level 2: Fundamentals of Aquatic Skills: Children will learn basic swimming skills.
- Level 3: Stroke Development: Additional guided practice will help students improve their skills.
- Level 4: Stroke Improvement: Kids will gain confidence during swim lessons, improve their stroke and gain additional aquatic skills.
- Level 5: Stroke Refinement: Guidance allows kids to refine their strokes and become more efficient swimmers.
- Level 6: Swimming and Skill Proficiency: Students will learn to swim with ease and efficiency, and gain the ability to swim smoothly over greater distances.
Besides swim lessons, Mommy & me swim sessions are available along with water aerobics and lap swim.
Employment Opportunity
The City of Sabetha Aquatic Center is now accepting applications for it's 2023 lifeguard positions. All employees in this position must complete a valid lifeguard training program, waterpark skills, CPR, and first aid through the American Red Cross. Certification is good for two years and must be renewed in order to maintain employment. Must be at least 15 years old to apply.
Applications along with a job description can be accessed below or picked up at the Sabetha City Hall. All applications along with a signed copy of the job description are due by April 3rd, 2024 and can be dropped off at the Sabetha City Hall at 805 Main Street. Lifeguard training for new employees will take place May 17th-19th.
