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Lancaster Aquatic Center opened in 1989 and is located adjacent to the Johnson Center. The center offers American Red Cross certifications such as first aid or lifeguarding, opportunities to take swim lessons, and has open rec swim times. 

Air Temperature: 78°                    Water Temperature: 81°

For additional questions please email uky.lgi@gmail.com

See Locations page for updates about temporary closures.

Location
Lancaster Aquatic Center
416 Complex Dr. Lexington KY 40506  
Hours of Operation

Spring Rec Swim Hours                    

Varies during summer

Summer Adjusted Hours

Lancaster Aquatic Center has varied hours during the summer. Please check the weekly schedule for hours or closures.

Aquatic Certifications

Course Offerings

Certification Courses are open to UK students, faculty, staff, and the general public. Some courses are a Blended Learning format. Participants will receive a link for the course work which must be completed prior to the first day of the course.

Call 859-257-7940 with questions or to register a dependent/non-UK participant. (Participants must be 15 years or older.)

  • Lifeguarding
  • Lifeguard Recertification
  • Lifeguard Instructor
  • Water Safety Instructor
  • First Aid/CPR/AED

Register Now!

Wildcat Lifeguard

Wildcat lifeguard in training

Swim Lessons

Schedule Lessons Here

Private or semi-private, 30-minute, swim lessons provided by American Red Cross Water Safety Instructors

Lessons are open to UK student, faculty, and staff (and their family).

For questions, call 859-257-7940.

Register Here

Intramural Swim Meet

Dive In!