Shaw Park Aquatic Center — Local services in Clayton

Thankfully I read the reviews first. So I tried calling the Clayton center first and in order to be there which I understand, you have to be residing in Clayton. I reside in the border of Clayton and U-city unfortunately I am in U-City. But when I called this swimming pool place they told me that in order for me to be allowed in I would have to do that first etc. But I wouldn’t be opposed to purchasing a guest pass for the day but once they heard it from U-City they were not as attentive anymore. So unfortunately they state this is public and all but it’s not. 🤷🏻‍♀️ The person on the phone for Shaw park was nice and helpful, hence the 3...

Public pool means anyone is permitted. Walked my family there and was turned down because we aren't members and we weren't with members. We called and asked if it was "Public" and was told yes. Not allowing everyone in is the opposite of Public. Our family visits Clayton at least 2 times a year, I'll be sure to tell everyone I know that staff doesn't understand the word Public and to leave this place for the birds. Of I could give a negative star rating, I most...

This pool is a treasure and swimming laps outdoors in a 50M pool is wonderful. The water was colder in June and with all the rain still on the cool side for our July 4th swim. The staff is pleasant and the facility does not get too crowded. They have a kiddie pool and an amazing dive tank with diving boards and a platform with three heights for jumping/diving. They have a concession stand for food as well. Check times for...