WATKINSVILLE & ATHENS
dive into fun anD Fitness!
Whether you’re looking to join our rec or club swim teams, enroll in swim lessons, or hit the gym or pickleball courts, we have programs for all ages and skill levels in Watkinsville and Athens. Our flexible memberships make it easy for you to stay active and connected!
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our locations
Join us at either of our convenient locations in Watkinsville or Athens. Both locations are included in all membership plans!
Swim teams
Join one of our swim teams today! The Barracudas offer a fun and engaging summer rec experience, while ABSC is our competitive, year-round club team.
Fitness
We are continually expanding our fitness class options. Chestnut Hill location has a gym that is open year-round, and 12 Oaks has pickleball courts.
Memberships
Explore our membership options! We offer summer and year-round memberships. Chestnut Hill is now available to enjoy all year!
Memberships
We have updated our memberships with some exciting new options for 2024 and offer ongoing registration through Captyn!
Already a member? Log in here.
New!
Access our club all year long! Our Chestnut Hill indoor and outdoor pools are now open the entire year. Join as a single, couple or family.
full summer
Just looking to enjoy our facilites in the summer? No problem! Enjoy our summer membership with monthly and season-long payment options.
late summer
Our late summer memberships include both pools and are available for singles, couples, and familes. Late Summer Memberships are June 14 - September 1.

Learn to Swim
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With SHRC & ABSC
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Learn to Swim 〰️ With SHRC & ABSC 〰️
Learn to Swim
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With SHRC & ABSC
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Learn to Swim 〰️ With SHRC & ABSC 〰️
Learn to Swim
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With SHRC & ABSC
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Learn to Swim 〰️ With SHRC & ABSC 〰️
Learn to swim
group lessons
Our sister organization, Athens Bulldogs offers group lessons at Athens Bulldog Swim School all year long.
Bulldog Swim School is ABSC's one-stop shop for learn to swim lessons, introduction to competitive strokes, and technique and fitness. From babies to teenagers and adults refining the basics of free, back, breast and fly, our swim school makes swimmers for life!
Host your Next Party With Summer Hill!
Parties may be held from 6-8 on either Tuesdays or Wednesdays, depending on the chosen pool (Twelve Oaks is Summer only, and Chestnut Hill is available year-round).
The facility will be closed to the public during this time, and there will be lifeguards for the duration of the event. Adult swim is not called during parties, however, the pool will be cleared at 7:45 to allow for closing duties and cleanup to begin. Let us celebrate you or your kiddo!
Amenities include:
Entire Pool Area
Surrounding Play Areas
Access to Refrigerator and Freezer
Private On-Duty Lifeguards (tips encouraged)
No Adult Swim (unless requested; makes for a good cake break!)
Get in touch
Questions about memberships, swim team, fitness classes, or something else? We can help! Fill out this form and someone from our team will respond as soon as possible, or check out our FAQ.