What the Current Plan Includes — and What It's Missing
Understanding the difference between a short-course 25-yard pool and a 50-meter Olympic-standard facility.
Current Proposal Overview
Short-Course Pool (8-Lane 25-Yard Pool)
Standard dimensions for community recreation and basic training.
Limited Competition Capacity
No spectator seating and no starting blocks. Cannot accommodate large-scale competitions or regional meets.
Primarily Designed for Lessons, Therapy, and Recreation
Limited scope for competitive programming and elite athlete development.
What a 50-Meter Pool Provides
A 50-meter pool transforms the entire purpose and capability of the aquatic center. It supports:
Long-Course Competitive Swimming
Meets Olympic and NCAA standards for competition and training.
Short-Course Configuration
Uses bulkheads to maintain flexibility for different programming needs.
Water Polo
Provides proper dimensions for competitive water polo matches.
Synchronized Swimming
Supports artistic and technical synchronized swimming events.
Large-Scale Meets
Hosts regional and state-level competitions with spectator accommodations.
Multi-Lane Lap Swimming
Enables simultaneous lap swimming even during other programming.
Community Rentals & Team Training
Available for private training camps, team rentals, and specialized programs.
Year-Round Competitive Programming
Supports continuous competitive opportunities for swimmers of all levels.
Why This Matters
A short-course pool cannot serve the community's competitive or large-scale aquatic needs.
Without competitive infrastructure, Naperville will miss the opportunity to develop elite athletes and host meaningful regional events.
A 50-meter pool future-proofs the facility for decades.
An investment in proper infrastructure today ensures the facility remains relevant and valuable for 30+ years of community use and growth.
Surrounding communities already operate full-size pools successfully.
Naperville deserves the same level of aquatic facility infrastructure and programming as neighboring communities.