701 Broadway, Paducah KY 42001

Welcome

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We joined Broadway United Methodist in 2005 because of the welcoming nature of the congregation.  Since joining, Amy has become baptized, we were married in the church, and welcomed our daughter, Christian Ellen into our family in February of 2008.  We have had such a positive experience with Broadway and feel fortunate to be active members in the church. 

John R. Anderson III; Amy Anderson and Christian Ellen Anderson

Brooks Pool

Beginning SEPTEMBER 22, 2008 - Sign Up Now! For the first time,  ISR-Infant Swimming Resource, the most comprehensive self-rescue swimming program in the U.S. is coming to Paducah's Brooks Pool September 22.

Check out www.misspage.org or www.infantswim.com for more information about this one- of- a- kind, self-rescue swimming program. Call 443-1778 for more information.

 

  

2008 SUMMER SCHEDULE

Hours of Operation:   

9 a.m.- 1 p.m.   Monday –Friday

5-7 p.m.   Monday –Thursday 

 

Water Aerobics:

10 a.m.   Monday-Thursday  

8:45 a.m.  Tuesday & Thursday Only

5:15 p.m.  Monday-Thursday Evenings

 

Open/Lap Swimming: 

 

9-10 a.m.  Tuesday-Friday

11 a.m. -12 p.m.  Monday-Friday

 

Occasionally there will be children here swimming, typically Mondays and Wednesdays.  To minimize distractions there are to be no children swimming during aerobics time.  If you would like to bring your children or grandchildren there will be a $5 charge per visit or you can purchase a family membership for $50.

 

Lifeguards 

Are you 15 or older and looking for a great summer job?  American Red Cross Lifeguarding is the place to start! Lifeguarding will help you develop skills and experiences that will help you throughout your life. 

Through classroom learning and hands-on practice, you will learn: 

  • Surveillance skills to help you recognize and prevent injuries 
  • Rescue skills - in water and on land 
  • First aid training and professional rescuer CPR - to help you prepare for any emergency 
  • Professional lifeguard responsibilities will help you learn to work
  • Learning skills to help you deal with the public 
  • Course lengths vary from 30 to 37 hours 

Cost of the course is $175.00 (Includes a $50.00 non-refundable deposit.)

 

Membership

Single or Family memberships  are available.  Water erovi classes are included in the monthly membership fees.  No contracts, registration  or other hidden fees with the monthly membership charge.  Membership is open to everyone in our community.

  • Single Membership- $25.00 per month
  • Family  Membership- $50.00 per month (A Family is yourself, spouse, &  children living in the home).

Sponsorships

Brooks Pool will gladly accept your donations to sponsor individuals or groups from our community.  Many groups such as scouts, churches, at risk children groups, foster parenting organizations, etc.  in our community are looking for sponsors.  Contact Brooks Pool at 443-1778 to learn more about how your donation can help others.

Water Aerobics

Whether  you need aerobics for arthritis or for a good cardio workout, we have a program to fit your needs.  We offer both shallow water and deep-water aerobics. Shallow water aerobics involves all joints and large muscle groups.  This is a wonderful way to ease pain caused by many painful conditions. 

Deep Water Aerobics offers a more intsne workout.  In deep-water aerobics you will use all joints and muscle groups as in shallow-water, but at a more intense   level.  This will keep you rheart rate up as you exercise.

 

Swim Lessons

A child that can learn how to swim early in life can enjoy years in the water.  Teaching children or adults swimming skills and water safety could save a life!  

We offer semi-private and private lessons for anyone from 6 months to 99 years young.  Call 443-1778,  today,  to learn to swim.

  • Semi-Private Lessons consist of 5 classes, 45 minutes long for $50.
  • Private Lessons consist of 5 classes 30 minutes long for $90.

Swim Parties

Our facility is available for Private Rental.  Perfect for Birthdays, Celebrations, Field Trips, Family Reunions, or Just Because!   You get private use of the pool for 2 hours for up to 20 swimmers.  A certified lifeguard on duty during the party.    Cost $125.00

 

Lifeguard Classes

GuardStart 

Brooks Pool offers American Red Cross GuardStart: Lifeguarding Tomorrow is designed to prepare 11- to 14-year olds to take Red Cross Lifeguarding certification programs and for future work as lifeguards. The GuardStart program helps participants build a foundation of knowledge, attitudes and skills that they will need to be responsible lifeguards. Lessons are grouped into five main areas: prevention, fitness, response, leadership and professionalism. 

 

Program cost: $25.00

 

History:  

 

In the late 1920’s the YMCA built the pool and gym facility for the residents of Paducah.  Many people remember learning to swim here back then.  In the 1930’s Paducah Junior College bought the property and it was usede by the students for their athletic program. 

The property was then purchased by Broadway United Methodist Church in the 1960’s.  It became a mission of the church ministering to a wide range of people.  Still today, many people use our pool; children; youth, adults have all learned to swim, participate in aerobics exercise,swim for fun, birthday parties, and even scouting activites are held at our facility.

Brooks Pool was named after the late J.Polk Brooks ensured the renovation of the facility with monetary donations after his death. 

Brooks Pool works with the American Red Cross to provide  lifeguard training for area pools, allowing young people in our community to find  jobs at local country clubs, city pools and water parks.  We also continue to offer swim lessons to children and adults of all ages, day and evening water aerobics classes, and private rentals for day cares, scout troops, churches and others.  Being an indoor pool allows us to offer activities year round.  

We are pleased to be able to continue the heritage of the Brooks Recreational Center. It’s a historic downtown landmark open to everyone!