- Facility Overview
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Season:
- May 23 (Memorial Day Weekend) - September 7 (Labor Day Weekend).
General information:
- DFMWR will maintain two (2) lap lanes in the 25-meter and 50-yard pools with the right to adjust lap lanes as needed.
- DFMWR reserves the right to close pools and/or areas for special events during the season.
- Locker rooms, toilets and showers will be open for use.
- DFMWR will not issue swim noodles, kick boards, life jackets, etc.
- Patrons are not permitted to bring in food and beverages into the DFMWR Pool Complex other than water in a plastic bottle.
- Drinking water will not be provided.
- Patrons can purchase drinks and food from the concessions stand daily. Stand closes approx. :30 minutes prior to facility closure time.
- Pool Fees and Passes
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Seasonal pool passes are will be on sale March 1st at various MWR facilities.
Household Pass (Immediate Family Only) Cost E1 - E4 TBA E5 - E9 TBA
CW1 - CW2, 01 - 03 TBA CW3 - CW5, O4 and above (DoD Civilians and Retirees) TBA Daily Entry Fees Cost E1 - E5 TBA E6 and above TBA DoD Civilians and Retirees TBA Children 3 and under Free - Pool Rules
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- Children 12 years and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian (16 years or older).
- Children 12 years and under must pass a swim test to be eligible to use the diving board, slides and swim in deep end of pools.
- Children 12 years and under who have not passed the swim test must be within arm’s reach of a swimming parent/guardian (16 years or older).
- All non-swimmers must be actively supervised by a parent/guardian (16 years or older).
- No inflatable rafts, floats or inner tubes permitted in any pool. Only swim noodles and United States Coast Guard (USCG) approved flotation devices are allowed.
- During Adult Lap Swim, no one 17 years or younger is permitted in or sitting on the side of pool. Parents/ guardians are not permitted to sit on stairs or in water holding children, etc.
- Diving is ONLY permitted in water that is 9 feet or deeper. No running entries or flips from the sides are allowed.
- No prolonged breath holding, running, pushing or horseplay permitted.
- Do not enter or swim when the pool area is closed.
- Strollers must remain at the shallow end of all pools and be at least four (4) feet from the water’s edge.
- No coolers, outside food, glass or breakable items permitted within the boundaries of the DFMWR Pool Complex.
- No refunds will be issued for pool closings due to inclement weather. Season Passes may only be pro-rated upon presentation of PCS orders.
- Forms
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2026 DFMWR Pool Operations and Rules (PDF)
We have four pools that include a 25-meter lap pool, a 50-yard lap pool, a wading pool, and a figure-8 pool. The figure-8 has a diving board and 2 slides. Our Fort Myer Swim Team utilizes the 25-meter pool for their practice and training.
Watch a movie under the stars at our “dive-in movies.” This is one of our most popular events!
Now Hiring Lifeguards
ATTENTION ALL WATER WARRIORS! Ready to make a splash this season? We’re hiring Lifeguards, Lead Lifeguards, and Water Safety Instructors to join our team at JBM-HH. First time lifeguard (?) We will pay for your certification! If you enjoy the poolside vibes, competitive pay, flexible schedules, sunshine and don’t mind the occasional dramatic whistle blow, this might be your perfect fit. What you’ll get: A meaningful role keeping our community safe A supportive, energetic team A workday that feels a little like summer camp (in the best way) Positions opening soon — More will be posted in the new year, so stay tuned to JBMHH.ARMYMWR.COM, our JBMHH MWR social media page, and (of course) USAJOBS.