Garden Hills Pool is gearing up for another wonderful summer and is interviewing candidates for our 2026 Staff! As of 3/1/26, we have enough Pool Rat candidates for the season. We are accepting Wait List Interest Forms for that position. We will be hiring Lifeguards throughout the summer. Candidates must be 15+ years old and certified to Lifeguard. For more information, please visit the Jobs page.
The End-of-Season Fall Swim Meet will take place on Saturday, September 6th starting at 9:00 AM and will delay the opening of the pool until 12:00 PM. At the time of the delayed opening, the meet might still be taking place in the deep end. The diving board and lap lanes will open up as soon as the meet is concluded. We thank the membership for their patience as we conclude the swim team season! Take a bite outta the competition, Cool Sharks! Please note that as of Labor Day, the pool is open for GHP Members only, on weekends only, through September 21st.
It’s Pool Board Election time! Voting will take place August 30th-September 21st (until 4:00 pm) during hours of operation at the Garden Hills Pool. Ballots will be available at the Admissions Desk, and must be cast at the pool. Only current Garden Hills Pool members may vote; one vote per membership. Click here to see the slate of nominees for the 2025-2026 Board.
All GHP Members 11-15 years old are invited to the GHP Members Only Youth Party! There will be Pizza, Dessert, Pool Volleyball, Games, Music & More! Please RSVP by Friday, July 25th at 12 PM. The pool will close at 6:15 pm for set-up.
All GHP Members 21+ are invited for our annual summer party! Count on delicious food from Community Q BBQ, plus Beer, Wine & Margaritas, and live music by Hot Larry! Members attend FREE, Members may bring guests for $25/person. Click here for RSVP instructions. The pool will close at 6 PM for set-up, party begins at 7:00 PM. Deadline to RSVP is Friday, 7/11 at 2:00 pm.
Catering by Moe’s Southwest Grill, a Splash Contest and More! GHP Members are FREE; Member Guests are welcome! 3-12 yrs old: $10/person, 13+ yrs old: $20/person. You must RSVP to attend! Please click HERE to guide you through the process to RSVP, pay for your guests, and sign up to volunteer! THE POOL WILL CLOSE AT 5 PM FOR SET-UP. This event is for registered Garden Hills Pool Members and their guests.
Please subscribe to The Splash e-newsletter at the bottom of the home page to get all of the updates regarding membership sales, summer hours, and the latest news about the Garden Hills Pool! If you are viewing this post on your phone, it many be necessary to turn your phone sideways to view the form. See you poolside soon!
GHP welcomes the public for one last day of sunshine and splashing! The pool will be open 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Paid Admission for non-members, 10:00 AM- 8:00 PM for 2025 GHP Members. After Labor Day, the pool will be open only for Members, and only on the weekends Friday-Sunday, until Sunday, September 21st.
It’s Pool Board Election time! Voting will take place August 30th-September 21st during hours of operation at the Garden Hills Pool. Ballots will be available at the Admissions Desk, and must be cast at the pool. Only current Garden Hills Pool members may vote; one vote per membership. Click here to see the slate of nominees for the 2024-2025 Board.
Registration for the Family Party is open NOW! To kick off the 2024 Summer Olympics celebrations, GHP will hold our OWN events flexing strength, endurance, and silliness! Field & Pool Games, a food truck, and a Medals Ceremony– FREE to all 2024 GHP Members! PLEASE RSVP by 6/21 at 9:00 am. Please note: Participation in this event is limited to Members Only and their registered guests.
RSVP here
Sign up to enter events here
Volunteers 15+ are needed! Please click here
We have been notified by the City of Atlanta that they will be installing some new safety lighting around the pool deck. We apologize for any inconvenience! We hope to re-open in time for Members Only Hours at 5:00 PM. If the re-opening will be delayed further, those who have subscribed to The Splash newsletter will receive updates. If you have not subscribed, please do so at the bottom of the home page!
Thank you to all GHP Members who voted in this year’s election! The new Board is ready to move forward with off-season improvements and planning for a wonderful Summer 2024! The Board would like to recognize two members for their service: Matt Dowhy, who helped streamline concessions, and Dan Moriarty, who served as the Cool Sharks Swim Team Liaison on the Board since 2014. We wish them well in their “retirement!” For a list of the newly-elected 2023-24 Board Members, click here.
The only source for accurate reporting for the Garden Hills Pool schedule is here on our website. Please check the Master Calendar which will be posted each Spring on our Calendar & Entry fees page for our daily schedule. It may be necessary to turn your phone sideways and use Chrome as your browser to see the calendar. Hours subject to change. Thank you!
Do you know anyone interested in serving on the GHPPA Board? Nominate someone August 28th – August 31st during hours of operation at the Garden Hills Pool! For more information, click here.
As a friendly reminder, Garden Hills Pool Memberships are non-transferrable. A membership may not be used by houseguests or family members not listed on the membership account unless an account member is accompanying the guest(s) to the pool. The guest fee for entry to the pool is $5/person for all guests over the age of 2, except during Free Swim Hours when the public can enjoy the pool free of charge (see Calendar & Entry Fees for the daily schedule). Thank you for understanding!
The pool will close for the night at 5:30pm for set-up for the Swim Team Celebration! This event is for swim team only. Thank you for understanding!
Come on down for this fun, relaxing opportunity to mix and mingle by the pool, hosted by The GHP Staff!
Garden Hills Pool will be closed from 5:00-5:45pm as we set-up for our first Members Only event of the year! The deadline to register for the party is Friday, June 9th at 2:00 pm. For details and to RSVP, click here here.
Due to the high likelihood of rain on Saturday, we have shifted our clean-up day by 2 hours. Come lend a hand to help clean up our surroundings and get us organized! Please bring your own gloves and tools. We’ll provide Chick-Fil-A biscuits to all who RSVP here. Community Service Hours will be certified!
We are looking for Lifeguards & Pool Rats to join us on deck for Summer 2023! Please click here to be directed to our Jobs page. Test
Pool Memberships will go on sale THURSDAY, MARCH 23RD @ 9PM! Mark your calendars! The link will be posted on the Membership page. The best way to receive the freshest crop of new info, including details about summertime employment and our action-packed events schedule, is to subscribe to The Splash, our e-newsletter! You’ll find the subscription form at the bottom of the homepage.
Cast your vote in the 2023-2024 Pool Board Election! Voting begins at 4:30pm on Friday, September 1st. Ballots must be cast in person at the pool by 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 17th during pool operating hours. The ballot must be signed by the voting member and verified and signed by a manager or a board member. Bios for the 2023-24 nominees can be found on the Contact page, or click here for a direct link. The annual membership meeting of the Garden Hills Pool & Park Association will take place on Sunday, September 17th, at 5:00 p.m., at the pool house, rain or shine. Thank you for your participation at the pool this season!
The Cool Sharks are hosting the final Fall League Swim Meet of the season from 8am-12pm on Sat. 9/9. Neighbors, traffic in the area is likely to be heavy! Visiting teams and officials have been reminded to follow all parking regulations. Thank you for your patience! GO COOL SHARKS!
While the Cool Sharks Fall Team is in the water:
Lap Lane Availability:
Mon/Tues/Thurs:
4:30-5pm (2 lanes), 7:00-8:00pm (1 lane)
Fridays: 4:30-9pm
Saturdays: 11am-9pm (12-8pm on 9/9)
Sundays: 11am-8pm
Diving Board/Deep End
Availability:
Mon/Tues/Thurs: 4:30-5pm
Fridays: 4:30-9pm
Saturdays: 11am-9pm (12-8pm on 9/9)
Sundays: 11am-8pm
Beginning Sept. 5 the pool will be open for MEMBERS & THEIR GUESTS ONLY, on weekends Fridays-Sundays, until Sept. 17
Summer should get a speeding ticket! It has been a great season! After Labor Day, the pool is open for Members Only, on weekends only. Fridays: 4:30-8pm, Saturdays: 11-8pm, Sundays: 11-7pm. Due to staffing availability, these hours may be subject to change; any changes will be communicated via The Splash! Please sign up for The Splash for the latest updates. Form is below. As a reminder: Members may bring guests during these Members Only hours! The cost is $5/person for people over 2 years old. Each membership may bring up to 5 guests per membership, or the equivalent of a family.
Enjoy Summer’s Last Hurrah with us at Garden Hills Pool! On Monday, Sept. 4th, we are open for Members & their guests: 10am-8pm, Public-Paid Admission Only:
10am-5pm.
After Labor Day, the pool will be open for MEMBERS & THEIR GUESTS ONLY, on weekends only (Fridays-Sundays) through September 17th.
As a reminder, Garden Hills Pool members may bring guests at any time, for $5/per person for people over 2 years old. This City-mandated entry fee applies to all guests who enter the facility whether they intend to swim or not. Memberships are non-transferrable; member guests must be accompanied by a member for entry.
Please DO NOT use Google to check our pool hours! Our hours vary over the course of the summer– the online hours rarely align with the actual schedule! We have not had any success tackling this issue with Google.
MEMBERS:
Mon-Thurs: 4:30-8:00pm
Fri: 4:30-9pm
Sat: 10am-9pm
Sun: 11am-8pm
PUBLIC–Paid Admission Only: Mon-Fri: 4:30-6pm
Sat: 10am-5pm
Sun: 11am-5pm
LABOR DAY: MEMBERS 10am-8pm, PAID ADMISSION 10am-5pm
The pool closes to the public after Labor Day, and will remain open for our Members on Friday evenings-Sundays until 9/17. Our comprehensive summer-long hours chart can be found below the calendar on the Garden Hills Pool Calendar & Entry Fees page.
The clinic is open to rising 6th – rising 12th graders, boys and girls, no experience necessary! Come learn how to play water polo with real players and coaches. The APS Knights are a club team, open to any middle or high school student living within the Atlanta Public Schools district, even if you attend a private school. Most Knights players start with no experience – all you need to join is the ability to swim freestyle and tread water. They have different level teams for different ages and ability levels. If you have questions, please email coolsharks@gardenhillspool.com.
Members 21 & Over: This one’s for you! We’ll have Community Q Barbecue, Adult Beverages, Live Music, Volleyball, Corn-hole & More! Please RSVP here by Friday, July 12th at 10:00 am. Guests are welcome: $25/pp, payable online when you RSVP. Please note: The concession stand will close at 5:45pm, and the pool will close at 6 pm for set-up.
The Cool Sharks go head-to-head with Gainsborough on June 26th. The pool will close at 2PM for set-up. Please plan your pool visit that day accordingly! GO, COOL SHARKS!
Please be sure you are subscribed to the Splash so you can receive the latest updates on our repair status.
The pool welcomes the public from 10:00 AM- 5:00 PM! The entry fee for non-members over 2 yrs old is $5/per person. For more information on our Summer Pool Hours and Admissions, visit the Calendar & Entry Fees page.
You don’t have to be a member to enjoy Garden Hills Pool! The pool will welcome the public on Memorial Day- please see the Calendar & Entry Fees page for details.
Not to worry! You don’t have to be a member of Garden Hills Pool to visit! Go to our Calendar & Entry Fees page for non-member Free and Paid Admission Hours.
Not to worry- you don’t have to be a member to visit Garden Hills Pool! Please see the Calendar & Entry Fees page for the daily schedule and printable general hours chart for Summer 2024. See you at the GHP!
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience that this may cause you.
What you need to know to vote in the elections: Each GHPPA subscription account can submit one ballot, on which votes may be cast for up to 12 candidates. Ballots must be cast in person at the pool by 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 19, 2021 during pool operating hours (click here for hours). The ballot must be signed by the voting member and verified and signed by a manager or a board member. Please click here to view the SAMPLE BALLOT– this form cannot be used to cast an actual vote– that can only be done in person at the pool. Click here for CANDIDATES’ BIOS.
It’s happening at pools everywhere- this summer, everyone is short on lifeguards. Pool visitors may find that the deep end and diving board are closed on occasion if only one guard is available. Safety is our top priority! If these features of the pool are important to you, before you drop in, please feel free to call to check status during our operating hours, at 404-848-7220.
Please visit our Calendar & Entry Fees page to see the new schedule! Also of note: The Fall Swim Team will be using the deep end of the pool Aug. 5-Sept. 11: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays from 5:15-8:00, and Saturday mornings until 10:45am. The new Lap Lane Calendar reflecting this change is posted here and on our Calendar & Entry Fees page. GHP will host a Fall Swim Meet on Saturday, Sept. 11 from 9-12pm; the pool will open on 9/11 at 12:15pm. Thank you for your understanding as we welcome back our team swimmers!
GHP Members 12-15 years old are invited to bring guests and enjoy having the pool to themselves! The pool will close at 6:15 pm for set-up. Pizza, soft drinks, chips and snowcones will be served, and there will be volleyball, cornhole, music & more! Admission for GHP Members is FREE. Member Guests are $10 per person, payable when you register online. Member must be present with their guests upon arrival for entry. Registration opens Sunday, 7/21, deadline is Friday, 7/26 at 5:00 pm. Click here to register.
We are welcoming back a summer tradition, with Community Q BBQ and music by Steve McRay! The pool will close Saturday, July 24th at 6 pm, and the party starts at 7:00! Members Only & their guests. Click here for details!
The 2022 ASA Adult League Champions (that’s US!) are hosting an adult league swim meet on Friday, July 21st. We will close to the public at 6:00pm (whistle blown at 5:45pm to clear the pool) to help us maintain a safe capacity level. Thank you for understanding! GO, COOL SHARKS!
Practices begin August 2nd and end September 9th, with an end-of-season meet on Saturday morning September 11th at 9:00 am. See the Fall Swim Team tab on the coolsharks.org website (or click HERE) for more information.
Please see the Calendar & Entry Fees page for the daily swim, dive and shark pups practice schedules! It may be necessary to turn your phone sideways to view the daily calendar. Note: Non-member swim team families must drop off their swimmers and remain outside the gate during Members Only Hours. Pick-up is at the back field gate, as per usual. Shark Pups parents may enter the facility but must remain at the shallow end tables. Thank you for your cooperation!
Spots will go fast! Please click here for details!
For details, click here.
After a year off, we are excited to be back in the pool for dive team this summer! Our season start date is right around the corner–the first week of May– so don’t delay and sign up soon! Click here for details.
The 2018 and 2019 Atlanta Adult League Champions (yes— that’s indeed Garden Hills!) are planning a return to both practice and competition in 2021! Please click here for details!
BUT: You do not have to be a member to visit Garden Hills Pool! See our Calendar page for public hours.
Cool Sharks Summer Swim Team Registration will open on 3/1 for Returning Families, and on 3/5 for New Families. Shark Pups April-Session Registration and Dive Team Registration will both open on 3/19. Visit the Cool Sharks website for details!
Always a good time. 21 Yrs Old & Up Only. Free to all GHP Members who register in advance. Remember to LOGIN before clicking REGISTER
We have changed the date due to inclement weather forecasts. Free to all GHP Members who register in advance.
Garden Hills CoolSharks Swim Coaches are available to help
FRIDAY NIGHT, May 10th @ 4pm
Garden Hills Pool Annual Members kick off summer on a Friday night this year!
Less than 50 Memberships Left! Don’t miss the benefits of an annual membership.
Cast Your Ballot at the Pool House from
Sun, Aug. 25th to
Sun, Sept. 8th at 2pm
The Fall Cool Sharks Swim Team is hosting a Swim Meet on Saturday, September 9th from 9am to 12pm.
Swim With A Purpose is providing swimming lessons at the Garden Hills Pool for the 2018 season.
UPDATE: We are no longer accepting POOL RAT applications as of 2/14/24. Please visit our JOBS page for more information! GHP 2023 Lifeguards & Pool Rats, please contact Mrs. Neufeld if you plan on returning this summer. All 2023 Swim Coaches must submit a new application. Details on the JOBS page!
Celebrate the Tail End of Summer with free “tail”gate food, drinks, the Falcons-Raiders game on the big screen and lots of games & fun for the family. The pool will be heated!
School is back.
Weekdays
PUBLIC 4-4:45pm
MEMBERS ONLY 5-8pm
Weekends
PUBLIC 10:30am-4:45pm
MEMBERS ONLY 5-8pm
Come celebrate the Olympics in Rio. Free to all GHP 2016 Members who register in advance. Remember to LOGIN before clicking REGISTER
Watch a movie on the big screen while lounging in the pool.
Look for more details in the Splash! newsletter
Join the Cool Sharks this Fall, practicing on Mon, Tues & Thurs after school.
If you are 12 to 15 Yrs Old this party is for you. Free to all GHP 2017 Members who register in advance. Remember to LOGIN before clicking REGISTER
Watch a movie on the big screen while lounging in the pool.
Look for more details in the Splash! newsletter
Dive for coins, splash contests, relay races, greased watermelon grabs and more
FREE snow cones all day long
Pool closes at 2:30pm for the 2nd of 2 home swim meets. Secured parking & shuttles are available at the 2nd Ponce de Leon Baptist Church parking lot, 4/10 of a mile west of the pool at E. Wesley & Boling Rd.
Pool closes at 2:30pm for the 1st of 2 home swim meets. Secured parking & shuttles are available at the 2nd Ponce de Leon Baptist Church parking lot, 4/10 of a mile west of the pool at E. Wesley & Boling Rd.
You can add your name to the wait list in case a member changes their mind
The 300 sq. ft. “party” room in the Dan Martin Pool House is not currently available for rentals.
The Garden Hills Rec Center is a City of Atlanta facility and may have limited availability during COVID-19
The Garden Hills Garden Club will decorate your mailbox for the holidays. Click here for sign up form – deadline is November 30th
Following arborists analysis, trees scheduled to be removed October 12th
Due to a severe outbreak of the H2N3 Canine Flu virus, this annual tradition has been canceled for 2015. Click here for more info.
August 2, 2015 from 4:00-5:00 in the Pool house conference room – Open to the public
Congratulations to Coach Zac for an amazing season!
Pool closes at 2:30pm for the last of our home swim meets. Secured parking & shuttles are available at the 2nd Ponce de Leon Baptist Church parking lot, 4/10 of a mile west of the pool at E. Wesley & Boling Rd.
Pool closes at 2:30pm for the 1st of 3 home swim meets. Secured parking & shuttles are available at the 2nd Ponce de Leon Baptist Church parking lot, 4/10 of a mile west of the pool at E. Wesley & Boling Rd.
Interested in hosting a party or event at the Garden Hills Pool?
Are you interested in working at Garden Hills Pool during the summer? A number of positions are available for those who possess the qualifications and enthusiasm to become part of the Garden Hills Family. Click here for more information.
Garden Hills Pool & Park Association | P.O. Box 52934 | Atlanta, GA 30355 | execdir@gardenhillspool.com | Pool House: 404.848.7220