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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Florida Aquatics Swimming & Training facility in Ocala opening to public next week

Florida Aquatics Swimming & Training (FAST) recently held a grand opening event to give the community a preview of the new facility in southwest Ocala which officially opens next week.

The swimming and training facility, which is located on SW 80th Avenue in the new master-planned Calesa Township community, includes an indoor 10-lane 50-meter/25-yard competition pool and a 7-lane 50-meter/25-yard/25-meter outdoor competition pool.

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The facility includes indoor and outdoor competition pools (Photo courtesy of Colen Built Development’s Marketing Department)

The facility can accommodate up to 2,000 spectators, and also includes a 2,475 square-foot dryland fitness center.

During the grand opening event, the community was invited to explore the facility. Attendees were able to meet the coaching staff and sign up for various FAST swim programs including the FAST Falcons, the official competitive swim club of FAST.

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The public tested out the facility’s outdoor pool during the grand opening event (Photo courtesy of Colen Built Development’s Marketing Department)

In addition to membership and program sign-ups, everyone in attendance was able to test out the water in the facility’s outdoor pool which was designed by Myrtha Pools. Children also enjoyed the outdoor splash pad.

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The facility’s splash pad (Photo courtesy of Colen Built Development’s Marketing Department)

On Tuesday, April 5, FAST will officially open its doors to the public.

For more information on facility hours, job opportunities, or the programs offered at FAST, visit the Florida Aquatics Swimming & Training webpage or call 352-820-4222.