Pool Facts
History of our pool
McCarthy pool was named for Albert G. McCarthy III. Mr. McCarthy, a lawyer and real estate developer was executive director of the Loyola Foundation for Catholic Charities from 1975 to 2007. During his tenure the organization gave away more than $40 million to 5,000 Catholic missionaires. Mr. Mcarthy passed away in August of 2007.
Main Pool
- Length: 25 yards
- Depth: 3 1/2 feet - 5 feet
- Lanes: 8
- Temperature: Between 80-82 degrees
- 72 lengths = 1 mile (36 laps)
Diving Well
- Depth: 13 feet in the middle
- Temperature: Between 80-82 degrees
- 1 one meter diving board
- 1 three meter diving board
- Diving boards only open at posted times
Other Useful Information:
- The entire pool is closed from 3:15-5:30pm Monday-Friday, September - February for varsity swimming and diving practice.
- The lifeguards are in charge of the safety of the pool. Please see them if you have a question or problem.
- Any patron who wishes to bring more than five guests in to use the pool (birthday parties etc.) should contact the Director of Aquatics, Bethany Bower at (202) 687-2407.
- Please make sure to check out the pool rules before your first visit.
Hours of Operation
Office Hours
Mon. - Fri.: 10:00am - 4:00pmSat. - Sun.: Closed
Pool Hours (summer)
Mon. - Fri.: 6:30am-9:30pmSat. - Sun.: 9:00am-9:30pm
Upcoming Events
- Oct 18, 9am-6pm: Spinning Orientation
- Oct 19, 9am-1pm: Profile Designs & Heart Rate Games
Announcements
Fourth of July Holiday Hours
Yates Hours of Operation for the 4th of July, 2008:
Main Floor: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Pool: 9:00am - 4:30pm
Main Office: CLOSED
Pro Shop: 9:00am - 5:00pm
NO DAY CAMP
