Cowhig Family Aquatic Center
Features
- Superior water sanitizing and filtration system
- Sloping entry stairs
- Two 25-meter lap lanes
- 1-meter diving board
- Gazebo
- Handicap ADA lift
- Bathhouse with lockers
- Renovated deck
- New landscaping
- Basketball hoop
Summer Schedule
May 23, 2026 – Labor Day, September 7, 2026
Open Monday through Friday from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Swim Lesson Registration
Swimming lessons will be conducted:
Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
They are expected to last approximately six weeks, subject to demand.
Email Recreation Facilities Director Snjezana Petrovski
rec_center@miu.edu
Pricing
We accept cash, check, credit cards, and debit cards for membership types, as well as contactless payments (Apple Pay, Android Pay)
Rules
Rentals
The Cowhig Family Aquatic Center pool is available for rental, subject to lifeguard availability. Reservations can be made by contacting the Recreation Facilities Director, Snjezana Petrovski. Events must be scheduled at least 2 weeks in advance.
Payment is required when you reserve. The rental fee for 2 hours is $200 for up to 50 people, or $230 for more than 50 people. The fees cover access to the entire pool, but this option may not be available. Alternatively, a pool punch pass can be purchased, and the front desk will check off guests as they enter, or guests can pay for themselves.
Closures
The Aquatics Supervisor or Manager may close the pool under the following conditions:
- Severe weather conditions
- Air temperature drops below 67 degrees
- Attendance drops below 15 guests (This will not apply if there are children in attendance for swim lessons)
- Mechanical difficulties and pool maintenance, or any situation that would jeopardize the public health or safety of those in attendance.
Contact Us
- Phone Cowhig Family Aquatic Center between May 23, 2026 – September 7, 2026, at 641-472-1147
- In person at 105 Zimmerman Blvd., Fairfield, IA 52556
- Social Media Facebook