Philadelphia Parks and Recreation: Sensory Friendly Swim Hours

Hosted by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation

This summer, Philadelphia Parks and Rec is offering sensory-friendly swim hours. This is an open swim time with a quiet, less-crowded environment. This swim time is set aside for those with autism and neurodivergence and their families. You are encouraged to pre-register for these events.

• Barry Pool: Sundays 12:00 -1:00 p.m.
• Fox Chase Pool: Thursdays 5:00-7:00 p.m.
• Gathers Pool: Fridays 10:00-11:00 a.m.
• J. Finnegan Pool: Fridays 12:00 -1:00 p.m.
• Kendrick Pool: Sundays 12:00-1:00 p.m.
• Mitchell Pool: Fridays 5:00-7:00 p.m.
• Scanlon: Fridays 5:00-7:00 p.m.
• Vogt: Wednesdays 5:30-7:00 p.m.

Please note: Sensory friendly swim will not take place during posted heat emergencies. This will allow Parks & Rec to keep all pools available for open swim.

Philadelphia Parks and Recreation is the municipal department responsible for managing parks, recreation centers, playgrounds, trails, community gardens, and historic properties in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Its inventory includes more than 150 parks and 170 recreation centers and playgrounds.