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Orange Community Education & Recreation Outdoor Pool swimming pool in Beachwood, OH
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Orange Community Education & Recreation Outdoor Pool

4.4(9 reviews)$Sports
🕑 1.5-3 hours👶 Best for ages 3-14. Younger children benefit from the swimming lessons and shallow areas for safe play, while older kids and teens enjoy recreational swim sessions and the opportunity to practice their strokes. Toddlers accompanied by parents can participate in family swim times.

About

Orange Community Education & Recreation Outdoor Pool offers a welcoming community pool experience perfect for families in the Beachwood area. With structured swim lessons, open recreational swim times, and dedicated youth aquatic programs, it's an excellent spot for both learning water safety and splashing around on hot summer days. The facility's strong rating reflects its clean, well-maintained environment and family-friendly atmosphere.

Highlights

  • Structured swimming lessons for various skill levels
  • Family swim sessions with dedicated open swim times
  • Youth aquatic programs throughout summer
  • Clean, well-maintained community pool environment
  • Convenient location in the Beachwood/Pepper Pike area

Pro Tips

  1. 1.Arrive early during family swim sessions on weekends and summer afternoons to secure poolside seating and avoid the busiest periods
  2. 2.Sign up for swimming lessons in advance as spots fill quickly, especially for beginner and intermediate levels during summer months
  3. 3.Bring reef-safe sunscreen and reapply frequently,there may be limited shade around the pool deck
  4. 4.Pack water shoes for kids as pool decks can get hot during peak summer sun
  5. 5.Check their schedule online before visiting as hours vary for lap swim, recreational swim, and lessons

Best Time to Visit

Weekday mornings and early afternoons (10am-2pm) offer the most space and calmer waters before after-work and evening crowds arrive. Mid-June through early August provides the warmest weather, though late May and September can offer pleasant swimming with fewer crowds.

What to Know

As a community recreation facility, day passes or membership fees apply,contact ahead for current pricing and resident versus non-resident rates. Parking is available on-site, and families should bring their own snacks and drinks as food options may be limited.

Seasonal Notes

This is an outdoor pool operating seasonally from late May through early September, weather permitting. The facility closes for the school year, with peak programming during summer months. Call ahead during spring and fall shoulder seasons to confirm opening dates and hours.

Nearby Eats

Yours Truly Restaurant (about 2 miles away) is a local favorite with extensive kids' menus and comfortable family atmosphere. Chick-fil-A on Chagrin Boulevard offers quick, convenient meals that kids love after a swim session.

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