Marshall Pool
Marshall Pool features a 25-yard lap swim area and drop-slide. The pool depth ranges from 4-9 feet, to provide both shallow and deep-water exercise options. Marshall Pool provides the most diverse aquatic fitness opportunities in West Vancouver.
Pool Schedule and Rules
Marshall Pool hours and programs have been temporarily reduced due to a lifeguard staffing shortage. Please check the pool schedule before visiting the community center.
Scheduled aquatic fitness activities are open on a first-come, first-served basis until the pool reaches capacity.
Pool Stats
- ADA accessible
- A pool lift chair is available to assist with pool entry
- L-shaped pool
- Average pool temperature is 84-86 degrees Fahrenheit
- Home to the Vancouver Swim Club
Visit the Pool
Public Swim
The pool and slide are open for all ages play.
- Non-swimmers and children under 7 (with or without life jacket) must always be within arm’s reach of a parent or a responsible adult.
- One adult must be in the water for every three children under age 7.
- Children ages 3 and under and non-toilet trained children must wear swim diapers and plastic pants. These items may be purchased at the front desk.
- Safety is our top priority. Public Swim capacity is always dependent on the number of lifeguard staff available to ensure proper safety ratios are maintained.
There is no cost for Marshall members to attend Public Swim. Visitors must pay the daily drop-in fee. For information about hours and fees, visit the Marshall Community Center webpage.
Bauman Family Swim
The Bauman Family Swim is provided to the general public at a reduced cost thanks to a generous donation by Bauman Chiropractic and John and Debra Bauman and family. Children 15 and under must be accompanied in the water by a parent, all other public swim rules and guidelines remain in place. Wrist bands are available to purchase at the front desk 1-hour before swim begins.
Swim Lessons
Due to a lifeguard staffing shortage, Marshall Pool will not offer swim lessons through the end of 2023. Limited swim lessons are available at Firstenburg Pool. Swim Lessons are available starting at 6-months old and continuing for the adult beginner. Classes are taught by Red Cross-certified Water Safety Instructors (WSI). You do not need to be a community center member to register for swim lessons.
Pool Rentals
For information about renting the pool for safety-related trainings, contact the front desk at 360-487-7082. For information about pool parties and private rentals, call 360-487-7077 or email rentals@cityofvancouver.us.
Join the Aquatics Team
Help people enjoy water recreation activities safely and responsibly at Marshall Pool. Positions include lifeguards who supervise pool use and Water Safety Instructors who teach swim lessons. No experience is needed but specific training and certification is required before you begin working. There is no cost to participate in the training/certification process and candidates receive a $300 incentive after successfully completing lifeguard training. Open to ages 16+.
General Pool Information
- Spectators are not allowed on the pool deck. The pool viewing area in the lobby will be available.
- Children ages 3 and under and non-toilet trained children must wear swim diapers and plastic pants. These items may be purchased at the front desk.
- Please lock up belongings in the locker room.
- Non-swimmers and children under 7 (with or without life jacket) must always be within arm’s reach of a parent or a responsible adult.
- Help us maintain top-quality pool water:
- Do not swim if you have had intestinal issues in the last 14 days.
- Refrain from wearing lotions, fragrances, hair products and make-up in the pool.
- A soap shower is required before swimming.