looking for pools in south Tucson

2012-10-26 8:51 PM

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Subject: looking for pools in south Tucson

Hi, all. I live just south of Tucson. We have a lovely pool that has always been open year round. Now that I have started swimming, they have decided to shut it down for an unknown amount of time (yes, I am a bit bitter). Can anyone recomend a pool that is open year round and not too far north up in Tucson. Thanks so much.

MichelleK

2012-10-27 8:33 PM

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Subject: RE: looking for pools in south Tucson

Hi, desertchica. My suggestion is to look at this website if you haven't already. http://cms3.tucsonaz.gov/parksandrec/aquatics.php I don't know how far you are from the U of A, but maybe their master's program would be an option. Are there any Y's near you? Good luck!

2012-10-27 9:17 PM

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Subject: RE: looking for pools in south Tucson

I swim at the Fred Archer Center on La Cholla. However, that will close on Veteran's day and open again in April.

During that time I go to Sunnyside School. They are open in the winter and heated. Hope that helps.

2012-10-27 9:27 PM

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Subject: RE: looking for pools in south Tucson

Thanks for the replies. Sunnyside is the closest option for me. How is the area? Dh is a little concerned about that part of town. Lol. I have been looking at the U of A as an option too. Not sure if I am ready to try a masters program yet though. Thanks again for the tips!

2012-10-27 10:46 PM

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Subject: RE: looking for pools in south Tucson

desertchica - 2012-10-27 7:27 PM Thanks for the replies. Sunnyside is the closest option for me. How is the area? Dh is a little concerned about that part of town. Lol. I have been looking at the U of A as an option too. Not sure if I am ready to try a masters program yet though. Thanks again for the tips!

Bring your bulletproof vest and you should be safe with us on the South Side. ha ha. I actually used to live just south of Sunnyside. It could be a little 'active' at night, but during the day you shouldn't run into any trouble...especially going to the school and back.

2012-11-01 4:22 PM

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Subject: RE: looking for pools in south Tucson

I just got back from a swim at Sunnyside. Didn't get shot!

Dh works with a fellow triathlete who has swam at Sunnyside and told him it's no big deal. The water was nice and cool. So nice. The pool I had been swimming at had just turned on the heat and it was too warm. Yuck. Thanks again for the tips.

MichelleK

2012-11-02 12:56 PM

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Subject: RE: looking for pools in south Tucson

I'm glad you found something that works

2012-11-02 5:17 PM

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Subject: RE: looking for pools in south Tucson

I'll be going over to Sunnyside in a week! Good to hear that the water was nice.

Was it crowded? What time were you there?

2012-11-02 5:33 PM

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Subject: RE: looking for pools in south Tucson

I went at about 11:45 yesterday and again today. Nobody there when I get there. A few people start to trickle in after a bit. Does it get busy as other pools close for the winter?

2012-11-02 5:54 PM

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Subject: RE: looking for pools in south Tucson

No, not too bad, just wondering if it had picked up yet. Of course my pool still has another week open before I shift over. Today at lunch there were only 4 of us lap swimmers...so I can't imagine Sunnyside is going to get much busier...I guess you never know.

Thanks!