Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department announces Caleb Cares Swim League kicks off at New Providence Pool
January 19, 2022
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department will host the Caleb Cares Swim League at New Providence Pool beginning March 19th, 2022, with a swim assessment. The league is sponsored by the Caleb Cares Project.
“The Caleb Cares Swim League is a fun way for children of all ages to get involved with the sport of swimming,” said Kimberly Gilbert, Aquatic Superintendent for Clarksville Parks and Recreation. “All skill levels are accepted. We just ask that each participant must be able to swim at least 25 meters without assistance.”
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Back to School Splash set for August 1st
July 22, 2020
Pool Parties include distribution of School Supplies
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks and Recreation is helping children gear up for the new school year with the return of the Back to School Splash.
Students, grades K-12, are invited to enjoy low-cost pool parties where they will receive a backpack full of school supplies. Hot dogs, chips, and a drink will be served to students and parents.
“We’re excited to be hosting the Back to School Splash again this year,” said Kimberly Gilbert, Aquatics Superintendent for Clarksville Parks and Recreation.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation to open Two Pools, June 20th
June 7, 2020
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department will reopen Swan Lake Swimming Pool and Bel-Aire Swimming Pool on June 20th, 2020 restoring another summer tradition delayed this year by the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic.
“We know how much everyone misses the pools, and we’ve been doing everything we can to shape a safe reopening plan,” said Kimberly Gilbert, Aquatics Superintendent for Clarksville Parks and Recreation.
Daily tickets will control capacity at Swan Lake Swimming Pool and Bel-Aire Swimming Pool.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department introduces Aqua Zumba®
February 16, 2020
Clarksville, TN – Are you ready to heat up the pool during these cold months? Clarksville Parks and Recreation is introducing Aqua Zumba®! The program blends the Zumba® philosophy with water resistance to create a pool party you don’t want to miss!
“We’re hosting this launch party in hopes that there’s enough interest for a full program,” says Kimberly Gilbert, Aquatics Superintendent for Clarksville Parks and Recreation. “We know how popular Zumba® is, and it only gets better when you can be in a pool.”
Clarksville Parks and Recreation has Free launch party planned for Aqua Zumba® at New Providence Pool.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation provides Frightful good time with Haunted Swim
October 24, 2017
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks and Recreation recently sent out a call to all local swim fans with a sense of adventure, the announcement of its annual Haunted Swim at New Providence Swimming Pool on Saturday, October 21st, 2017.
“When the daylight leaves, the ghouls and goblins will come out for a haunted evening swim,” the message read. “There will be frightful lifeguards, swimming, music and a light show.”
More than 150 swimmers took part in Clarksville Parks and Recreation fourth annual Haunted Swim Saturday evening.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Floating Pumpkin Patch a hit with the Community
October 24, 2017
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks and Recreation held its annual Floating Pumpkin Patch at New Providence Swimming Pool Saturday, October 21st, 2017.
They advertise the event with a question, “Tired of searching those dusty fields for your perfect pumpkin?” The event offers kids a chance to hunt for their pumpkin as it floats in a pool. Then, once they have found “the one”, they can go over to the decorating table and customize it with their unique finishing touches.
More than 400 swimmers took part in Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s annual Floating Pumpkin Patch Saturday afternoon.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Wettest Egg Hunts huge smash with the Community
March 31, 2015
Clarksville, TN – It might have been cold outside, but inside the Indoor Aquatic Center it was warm and festive Saturday, March 28th for Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s 4th annual Wettest Egg Hunts.
There were thousands of colored eggs scattered in the swimming pool and wading pool for children to jump in and get for candy and prizes.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation holds Wettest Egg Hunts at the Indoor Aquatic Center.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation holds third annual Wettest Egg Hunt at Indoor Aquatic Center
April 14, 2014
Clarksville, TN – The Indoor Aquatic Center once again played host to one of the most popular Easter events in Clarksville, The Wettest Egg Hunts. On Saturday, April 12th, thousands of brightly colored eggs were put into the swimming and wading pools, to await the hundreds of children who would plunge in to seek out a variety of prizes.
Many of the eggs floated, but some were weighted causing them to sink to the bottom of the pool.
Children gather eggs from the Pool at the Indoor Aquatic Center during the Wettest Egg Hunt on Saturday
Clarksville Department of Parks and Recreation’s Wettest Egg Hunt Continues to Delight Area Children
March 26, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The Indoor Aquatic Center once again played host to one of the most popular Easter events in Clarksville, The Wettest Egg Hunts. On Saturday, March 23rd, thousands of brightly colored eggs were put into the swimming and wading pools, to await the hundreds of children who would plunge in to seek out a variety of prizes. Many of the eggs floated, but some were weighted causing them to sink to the bottom of the pool.
A young man chases a floating egg at the Clarksville Department of Parks and Recreation’s Indoor Aquatic Center during the Wettest Egg Hunt on Saturday
