Kirby Creek Natatorium welcomes you year-round to our indoor, heated pool designed for recreation or training. From hosting pool parties to providing spaces for exercise and swimming lessons, we’re your destination. Reach out for more specifics at 972-237-4170.
Features:
In the event of inclement weather, holiday hours, or other facility closures, updates will be listed on the Grand Prairie Parks, Arts and Recreation Department homepage.
Kirby Creek Natatorium is open for Lap Swim and limited Open Swim. Lap Swim is for adults looking to lap swim or water walk, with six (6) lanes available. Children under the age of 12 may not swim without aquatic staff approval. Open Swim is for families and children looking to swim and play.
Lap Swim:
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00, 4:00 p.m – 8:00 p.m
Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00, 4:00 p.m – 6:00 p.m
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Open Swim
Saturday: 1:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Year-round swim lessons at Kirby Creek Natatorium, offered by SafeSplash Swim School.
Jump into lessons on the following days:
Classes are available from the ages of 6 yrs to adults. Please note that other swim lessons for younger swimmers (5 and under), parent & toddler, and special needs classes occur at The Epic.
For more information regarding the swim program, class availability, registration, or other inquiries, please visit safesplash.com, and/or call to speak with a friendly SafeSplash representative at (945)205-2933.
Splash is a TAAF-affiliated swim team that aims to develop your swimmer’s technique while increasing their speed and endurance. Through fun workouts, your swimmer will build the skills needed to be an outstanding athlete while building relationships with friends and coaches. Swimmers condition year-round with weekly competitions in the summer.
Practice Information
• Days: Tuesday/Thursday
• Time: 7-8 p.m.
• Cost: $75
Tryouts
All new swimmers require an evaluation tryout. Participants 7 years and younger must swim freestyle and backstroke without assistance for 25 meters each. Participants 8 years old and older will be required to swim all four competitive strokes (butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle) without assistance for 25 meters each.
Tryouts are held every Tuesday and Thursday between 6:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. No appointment is needed.
Email Kellie McAliney – [email protected] if you have any questions regarding trying out for the Splash Swim Team.
Session Dates
September
Sept. 3–26 (8 practices)
Make-up practice: Monday, Sept. 23 | 7-8 p.m.
October
Oct. 1– 24 (8 practices)
November
Oct. 29–Nov. 28 (8 practices)
No practice during Thanksgiving break.
December
Dec. 3 – 10 (4 practices)
*The last week of our December practices will be held Monday, December 9, and Tuesday, December 10 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Kirby.
Coach Addie Carr
Coach Addie has been a swim coach for 28 years. She started swimming at the age of 9 for the Hilo Swim Club in Hilo, Hawaii. Coach Addie moved on to swim at the collegiate level for the New Mexico Highlands University swim team in Las Vegas, New Mexico. She loves that her knowledge as a coach can instill valuable life skills into her swimmers involved with Splash. She loves sharing the milestones of her swimmer’s individual growth and loves watching them develop into amazing young adults. Coach Addie’s favorite stroke to swim is backstroke. A fun fact about Coach Addie is that she loves McDonalds French fries and in her free time she enjoys reading and gardening.
Coach Briza Garduno
Coach Briza started swimming at the age of 14 for the South Grand Prairie High School swim team. She enjoys bonding with her swimmers and seeing the motivation that they carry. She loves seeing the potential in beginnner swimmers and shaping them into athletes. Coach Briza’s swimmers often remind her of herself when she was a younger swimmer, and they inspire her to be an excellent coach. Briza’s favorite stroke is freestyle. A fun fact about Coach Briza, she’s currently studying social work at UTA.
Coach Esteban Soriano
Coach Esteban loves being a Splash Swim Team coach because he loves seeing the growth in his swimmers during their training season. Esteban started swimming as a Splash swimmer at the age of 14 and swam for South Grand Prairie High School’s swim team. As a coach he loves to create fun and engaging practices for his swimmers. Coach Esteban’s favorite event to swim is the 500 Free and the 100 Butterfly. A fun fact about Coach Esteban, he started participating in sports at age 4, he has played baseball, soccer, hockey, swimming, track, cross country, and water polo. Esteban is currently studying biology at UTA.
Coach Toby Hoang
Coach Toby loves to watch his swimmers and team share the excitement of progressing in their technique and speed. His swimmers inspire him to be a great coach and the Splash Swim Team has helped him become a mentor to his swimmers. Coach Toby started swimmming as a Splash swimmer at the age of 8 and swims for the South Grand Prairie High School swim team. Coach Toby’s favorite event to swim is the 500 and 100 Free. A fun fact about Coach Toby is that he is the team captain for South Grand Prairie High School swim team and plays water polo for the North Texas Thunder Water Polo Club.
Coach Brenden Gilliam
Coach Brenden started swimming at the age of 14 for the South Grand Prairie High School Swim Team. Coach Brenden loves to bring a ton of energy and spirit to the Splash Swim Team. He enjoys talking and interacting with his swimmers during practice and at meets. Coach Brenden loves when his swimmer build community and establish friendships. Coach Brenden’s favorite stroke is butterfly, and he loves swimming the 500 Free. A fun fact about Coach Brenden is he is apart of South Grand Prairie High School swim team and water polo team.
Coach Hailey Melendez
Coach Hailey started swimming at the age of 14 for her high school. Coach Hailey loves how passionate all her Splash swimmers are about swimming. She loves seeing her swimmers put in hard work and dedication into their sport. Coach Hailey loves spreading kindness and lending a helping hand among the Splash swim team. Coach Hailey’s favorite stroke is backstroke, and she enjoys swimming the 200 Medley relay. A fun fact about Coach Hailey is that she loves participating in community service projects.
Open Swim Rentals are during open swim hours. Cost includes up to 25 swimmers, lifeguards, and reserved tables. If a party exceeds the 25-swimmer limit, each swimmer will be charged the open swim entry fee. Schedule rentals in person at Kirby Creek on a first-come, first-serve basis. To check for availability at 972-237-4170.
Saturday 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. or 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., $100 (per time slot)
Private Rentals are after business hours, and the cost includes up to 50 swimmers, lifeguards, and tables. Reservations must be scheduled in person at Kirby Creek 2 weeks in advance and are on a first-come, first-serve basis. To check for availability at 972-237-4170.
| Day | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|
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Friday/Saturday |
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
$200 |
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Sunday |
1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. |
$200 |
Kirby Creek Natatorium
972-237-4170
3201 Corn Valley Rd.
Grand Prairie, TX 75052