Recreation Services Aquatics
Robinson Natatorium
After several years of the Robinson Pools only being available to a limited number of people, they have officially been refurbished and will soon be open to the KU population! We are still establishing what Open Rec Lap Swim times will look like, but until we are ready to announce regular hours, please see below for some basic information to questions we have been hearing a lot lately. Any additional questions can be directed to the contact information on this page.
Frequently Asked Questions
We have two pools located in the Robinson Center (a short walk to the North West of the KU Recreation Center and next door to the Cap Fed Building). Pools are shared between KU Recreation Services, HSES, Athletics, and ROTC. The West Pool consists of 8 lap lanes and the East Pool (Competition Pool) consists of 6 laps lanes and a diving well.
For the time being, access to the pools will be limited to KU Affiliates only. KU Faculty/Staff and Fee-Paying KU Students will have automatic access.
KU Retirees, Spouses/Domestic Partners of Faculty/Staff, and similarly categorized individuals will need to have a current KU Recreation Services membership.
All users will be asked to "swipe in" using either their KU ID card or by entering their KU ID number or phone number upon entrance to confirm eligibility.
If you are unsure of your affiliation status, please reach out and we can confirm eligibility for you.
We are set to open for lap swim on Wednesday, October 16th!
Unfortunately, we will not be allowing use of the diving well. The Open Rec Swim hours will be for lap swim ONLY.
Open Rec Lap Swim Hours
Opening day: October 16th
| Days | Lunch Swim (West Pool Only) | Evening Swim (Both Lap Pools) |
| Monday - Friday | 11:30am - 1:30pm | 5:30pm - 7:30pm |
| Saturday/Sunday | CLOSED | CLOSED |