Pools
Replica Aquatic Center
Bldg. 5035, Fort Bliss, TX 79916
(915) 568-7431/5380
Replica Aquatic Center is a one-of-a-kind indoor swimming facility. As part of your fitness program, you can choose lap swimming in the Olympic-size indoor pool, aqua aerobics, drown proofing or sign up for beginner swimming classes.
With both summer and winter hours, you can stop by anytime. The center is located in building 5035 on the corner of Dickman and Dudley Roads on main post. Patrons, including Active Duty, family members, DA civilians, and NAF employees may swim and participate in water aerobics for FREE. Guests are $2 per person.
Indoor, Olympic-size pool offering lap swimming and swimming lessons. Available for pool parties.
Hours of Operation (Year Round)
Monday - Friday 5am-7pm
Saturday 11am-6pm
Sunday,Training Holidays, and Holidays 12-5pm
(closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years day)
*OPEN SWIM beginning at 1:00 pm
Fort Bliss Pool Rule and Facility Regulations
Pool News
Family and MWR Holiday Hours of Operation
ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE & SFAC
- Friday, Training Holiday Observance – September 3 – CLOSED
- Monday, Federal Observance – September 6 – CLOSED
For financial emergencies: On Friday September 3 between 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. call 588-5725. For financial emergencies after duty hours and Holidays call: American Red Cross at 1-877-272-7337
BUSINESS OPERATIONS
Friday, Training Holiday Observance – September 3 – OPEN
- Bowling Center – Normal Operations
- Fort Bliss Lodging – Normal Operations
- Old Fort Bliss Museum – Normal Operations
- Rod & Gun Club – Normal Operations
- Underwood Golf Complex – Normal Operations
Friday, Training Holiday Observance – September 3 – CLOSED
- Centennial Club
- Lodging warehouse closed for furniture sales
Saturday - September 4 – OPEN
- Bowling Center – Normal Operations
- Centennial Club Metro – Bingo 6 p.m.
- Fort Bliss Lodging – Normal Operations
- Old Fort Bliss Museum – Normal Operations
- Rod & Gun Club - Normal Operations
- Underwood Golf Complex – Normal Operations
Sunday – September 5 - OPEN
- Bowling Center – Normal Operations
- Centennial Club - Brunch
- Fort Bliss Lodging – Normal Operations
- Rod & Gun Club – Normal Operations
- Underwood Golf Complex – Normal Operations
Monday, Federal Observance – September 6 - OPEN
- Bowling Center - Normal Operations
- Rod & Gun – 8 a.m. – Normal Operations
- Underwood Golf Complex - Normal Operations with holiday rates
Monday, Federal Observance – September 6 - CLOSED
- Centennial Club
- Old Fort Bliss Museum
RECREATION
Friday, Training Holiday Observance – September 3 - OPEN
- Automotive Skills Center (Bldg. 820) 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Biggs Gym 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Biggs Park - Normal Operations
- Splash Pool 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Bliss Inn Pool (Bldg. 1744) 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- 5-8 p.m. Lodging guests only
- Community Pool (Bldg. 252) 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- Framing Bliss (Bldg. 820) Normal Operations
- ITR (PX) 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Milam Gym 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Logan Gym 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Mickelsen Community Library – Normal Operations 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Replica Aquatic Center Noon – 7 p.m.
- RV Park – Normal Operations
- Soto Gym 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Stout Gym 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Tennis Center & Fitness Zone (Bldg. 262) 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Friday, Training Holiday Observance – September 3 - CLOSED
- Ironworks Gym M.E.F.
- ITR & Unit Funds (Bldg. 1743)
Saturday - September 4 – OPEN
- Automotive Skills Center (Bldg. 820)
- Biggs Gym 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Biggs Park - Normal Operations
- Splash Pool 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Bliss Inn Pool (Bldg. 1744) 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- 5-8 p.m. Lodging guests only
- Community Pool (Bldg. 252) 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- ITR (PX) 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Logan Gym 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Milam Gym 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Replica Aquatic Center 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- RV Park 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Soto Gym 7 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- Stout Gym 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Tennis Center & Fitness Zone (Bldg. 262) 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday - September 4 – CLOSED
- Framing Bliss (Bldg. 820)
- Ironworks Gym M.E.F.
- ITR & Unit Funds (Bldg. 1743)
- Mickelsen Community Library
Sunday – September 5 - OPEN
- Automotive Skills Center (Bldg. 820) Normal Operations
- Biggs Gym 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Biggs Park - Normal Operations
- Splash Pool 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Bliss Inn Pool (Bldg. 1744) 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- 5-8 p.m. Lodging guests only
- Community Pool (Bldg. 252) 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- Logan Gym 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Milam Gym 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Replica Aquatic Center – noon – 5 p.m.
- RV Park 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Soto Gym 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Stout Gym 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Tennis & Fitness Zone (Bldg. 262) 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday – September 5 – CLOSED
- Framing Bliss (Bldg. 820)
- Ironworks Gym M.E.F.
- ITR & Unit Funds (Bldg. 1743)
- ITR (PX)
- Mickelsen Community Library
Monday, Federal Observance – September 6 - OPEN
- Biggs Gym 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Biggs Park - Normal Operations
- Splash Pool 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Bliss Inn Pool (Bldg. 1744) 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- 5-8 p.m. Lodging guests only
- Community Pool (Bldg. 252) 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- Logan Gym 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Milam Gym 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Replica Aquatic Center – Noon – 7 p.m.
- RV Park 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Soto Gym 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Stout Gym 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Monday, Federal Observance – September 6 – CLOSED
- Automotive Skills Center (Bldg. 820)
- Framing Bliss (Bldg. 820)
- Ironworks Gym M.E.F.
- ITR & Unit Funds (Bldg. 1743)
- ITR (PX)
- Mickelsen Community Library
- Tennis Center & Fitness Zone (Bldg. 262)
CYSS
Friday, Training Holiday Observance – September 3 - OPEN
- CDC Main – Normal Operations
- CYSS Admin Offices – Normal Operations
- FCC – Normal Operations
- Logan - CDC, Annex & SAC – Normal Operations
- Milam YAC – 3 – 7 p.m.
- Parent Central Services Main Office and Satellite office – Normal Operations
- SAC – Normal Operations
- School Liaison Office – Normal Operations
- SKIES – Normal Operations unless prior arrangements have been made by instructors
- YouthPlex - Normal Operations
Saturday – September 4 – OPEN
- Milam YAC – 1 – 10 p.m.
Saturday – September 4 – CLOSED
- Logan CDC and SAC
- YouthPlex
Monday, Federal Observance – September 6 – ALL CYSS Facilities CLOSED
- CDC Main & Logan
- CYSS Admin Offices – Parent Central
- FCC & child care providers
- Logan - CDC, Annex & SAC
- Milam YAC
- SAC
- School Liaison Office (Bldg. 503B)
- SKIES
- YouthPlex
Business Operations, Property Book Office & Financial Management Office (FMWR Clearing)
- Friday, Training Holiday Observance – September 3 – CLOSED
- Monday, Federal Observance – September 6 – CLOSED
NAF Support Operations, NAF Human Resources
- Friday, Training Holiday Observance – September 3 – OPEN
- Monday, Federal Observance – September 6 - CLOSED
Family and MWR Customer Satisfaction Survey
Family and MWR is interested in hearing your opinion about your satisfaction of services and hours of operation of the Fort Bliss Family and MWR facilities. By taking this survey you will be helping us to better understand the needs of the installation as well as letting us know how we can better serve those who use Family and MWR services and facilities. Please follow this link to help us improve our operations. If you have any questions regarding the survey please contact Family and MWR at (915) 568-2447.
Teen Scuba Class
EDGE Scuba classes are back!! Discover Scuba is the pre-requisite for all other scuba classes and we are offering this 2-day class ON Sept 13 & 14 @ Replica Pool 4-6pm. Team Bliss Scuba Adventure Corps will be having 2 classes in Sept. with only eight slots available in each....1st class will be every Wednesday and the 2nd class will be held every Friday...both are at Replica Pool 4-6 pm and are FREE! Contact Susan @ 588-2858
All EDGE activities are offered free of charge but require that a minimum of eight youth are enrolled. For information, call Susan Goss, Milam YAC director/EDGE! program director, at 588-2858 or 744-2449, or e-mail Susan.Goss1@us.army.mil or Ft.BlissEDGE@gmail.com or Click here for flyer
Sport Climbing to Rough and Ready Hills - September 25
Beginner climbers as well as experienced climbers are welcome on this trip. We will leave in the morning and return late afternoon or early evening; our definite itinerary will be determined at the MANDATORY pre-trip meeting at 5 p.m. Wednesday, September 15 at Soto Gym. Please RSVP to the meeting. Cost is $20 per person.
For more Information call Outdoor Recreation specialist at (915) 433-9666 or e-mail kenneth.coppedge@us.army.mil Tickets available at Leisure Travel Services (ITR)
New Pool Hours of Operation
Community Pool hours of operation for the remainder of the summer will be:
Saturday-Sunday.......1100-1900
Holiday (Labor Day)...1100-1900
Biggs Water Park will remain open during the week until Labor Day with normal summer hours of operation. Patrons, including Active Duty, family members, DA civilians, and NAF employees may swim for FREE. Guests are $2 per person.
The pool at Bliss Inn is now closed.
Adult swim lessons and water aerobics
Adult swim lessons are now being offered every Saturday 9 a.m.; classes are free for active-duty Soldiers and $25 dollars for eight 45-minute lessons for all others.
Water aerobics classes are now being held every Saturday at 10 a.m.; classes are free for all participants. For more information contact Tiffany Mogen, Replica Aquatic Center program manager at 568-7431.
Baby Bubble Hour
Baby Bubble Hour is a new program for parents and children who are under the age of two (no exceptions will be allowed for older children) to come enjoy the water in a peaceful setting. Class will be every Saturday from 0900-1000. For more information contact Tiffany Mogen, Replica Aquatic Center Program Manager at 568-7431.
Swimming begun in 100-, 200-Mile Clubs
Swimming has begun for the 2010 100- and 200-Mile Clubs at Replica Pool. Come in and swim some laps to log your miles.
Swimmers log their distance in the official log book and when their milestone is met the swimmer tells the staff to receive their awards. Use of equipment does not count toward mileage goal. For information, call Replica Pool at 568-7431.
Scuba Lessons
Please contact Edward Wiles at Replica Aquatic Center at 568-7431 for dates, times, and prices of:
- Private Scuba Diving/Open Water Lessons
- Scuba Review: Refresher class for certified divers who have not been in the water for awhile or those who wish to practice their skills
- Private Lessons
Fort Bliss Community Pool
Bldg. 250, Fort Bliss, TX 79916
(915) 568-4825
The Community Pool, just outside of the old Officers' Club on main post, is great for those who like their fun in the sun. It is also available for small parties. The facility features a double loop slide, shaded sitting area and indoor/outdoor carpeting. From Memorial Day to Labor Day, the pool is open daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and is located adjacent to the old Fort Bliss Officers' Club.
Patrons, including Active Duty, family members, DA civilians, and NAF employees may swim and participate in water aerobics for FREE. Guests are $2 per person.
Hours of Operation:
May 28-31, 2010 Open; June 1-4 2010 Closed; June 5 to September 6, 2010 Open
June 5 to September 6, 2010 Open; Open every day from 11am-7pm
The Inn at Fort Bliss Pool
Bldg. 1744, Fort Bliss, TX 79916
(915) 565-7777
The Inn at Fort Bliss Pool, located on Victory Avenue, is open to all authorized Family and MWR users! Patrons, including Active Duty, family members, DA civilians, and NAF employees may swim for FREE. Guests are $2 per person. The pool is open to the ID card holders and guests from 11am-5pm daily; after 5pm, only Army Lodging guests may use the pool. You must register at the front desk of the Inn at Fort Bliss to use the facility.
Hours of Operation:
May 28-September 6 2010; Open
Open to Army Lodging guests, ID card holders and their guests daily from 11am-5pm
Open to Army Lodging guests only after 5pm daily
