George J. Barco Aquatic Center
Our aquatic center offers year-round swimming opportunities for all ages. In the summer, play in our outdoor area that includes a water slide and zero depth entry wading pool as well as our full size indoor pool. In the winter, swim laps before work in our heated 25x25 pool or take an Aqua Aerobics class. We also offer year-round public and private swim lessons through our trained aquatics staff and lifeguards. Our aquatic center includes a diving board, six swimming lanes, basketball hoops, locker rooms, and a concession stand.
If you are interested in becoming a Red Cross Lifeguard, click here.
The MARC is proud to announce that we now provide Silver Sneakers and Renew Active membership to the Barco Aquatic Center, George S. DeArment Ice Arena, tennis courts, and Community Garden activities.
Rates and Rentals
Public Swim
$7.00 per person
$2.00 for non-swimming spectators
Aquatic Fitness
$5/session
$40/10 sessions
$90 for 3 month pass
$350 for annual fitness pass
Summer Season Resident Pass*
June-August
Family: $250.00
Individual: $180.00
Winter Season Resident Pass*
September-May
Family: $250.00
Individual: $180.00
Summer Season Non-Resident Pass*
June-August
Family: $300.00
Individual: $220.00
Winter Season Non-Resident Pass*
June-August
Family: $300.00
Individual: $220.00
Private Pool Rentals**
Indoor Pool Rental: $100.00/hr
Outdoor Pool Rental: $100.00/hr
Both Pool Rental: $150.00/hr
Minimum rental of 2 hours
Public Party/Group Rates***
$6/person for groups of 25 or more
Public session party (up to 15): $90/2 hours
Public session party (15-25): $140/2 hours
Public session party(25-50): $180/2 hours
*Residents include those with a Meadville,
Vernon Township, or West Mead address
**All private pool rentals include lifeguards and outside food and beverage is permitted
***Cake and ice cream are only outside food allowed for public parties
Aquatic Fitness
at the MARC
Lap Swim and Water Walk
Monday-Friday, 5:30-11am
Join us for restorative exercise by swimming laps or taking a self-guided water walk at your own pace.
Aqua Aerobics
This full-body cardio class offers you the opportunity to improve your strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular health. This class is also great for those looking to overcome injuries.
Aqua Aerobics with Dianna
Tuesday-Friday, 9-10am
Aqua Aerobics with Brett
Fall/Winter/Spring
Tuesday and Thursday, 6:00-7:30pm
Saturday, 8-9:30am
Summer
Tuesday and Thursday, 5:30pm-7:00pm
Saturday, 8-9:30am
Arthritis Foundation Aquatics Program
Schedule coming soon
Public Swim
Summer Season
June 8 - August 18, 2024
Outdoor Pool 12-6:30pm
Indoor Pool 1-5pm
Open everyday
Indoor pool will be open if outdoor pool closes because of weather
Fall/Winter Season
August 19th-June 7th
Saturday & Sunday, 1-3p.m.
Learn-to-swim information can be found here.
Call to schedule private swimming lessons. (814)-724-6006
American Red Cross Lifeguard Certifications held monthly.
$245 for certification course
$120 for recertification course
Special pricing and scholarships available.