Natatorium

The Natatorium offers state-of-the-art aquatic facilities for recreation, fitness and competition for all ages across campus and the community.

The Natatorium adds approximately 45,800 gross square feet to the existing Wellness Center. The aquatic facility houses a new indoor competition pool, wellness pool, aquatic obstacle course, wet classroom, hot tub, steam room, athletic locker rooms, expanded wellness locker rooms, meet management rooms, coaches’ offices and lifeguard rooms.

Designed to serve both the campus and the greater Vermillion community, the Natatorium offers facilities that host everything from public swim classes to large-scale swim competitions. The addition creates new opportunities in water fitness and wellness for individuals of all ages.

Competition Pool

The state-of-the-art 50-meter competition pool features two movable bulkheads, allowing it to be divided into three separate zones for simultaneous activities. The space includes seating for 400 people.

NinjaCross

One of the most exciting features of the expansion is the NinjaCross system—a fully customizable obstacle course that raises or lowers from the ceiling in under 60 seconds. It creates 3-D challenges for swimmers and exercisers of all ages and fitness levels.

Leisure Pool

The 1,000-square-foot leisure pool offers warmer water than the competition pool and is designed for intramural water basketball and volleyball, water aerobics, swim lessons and more.

Hot Tub & Steam Room

The new hot tub accommodates 25 people and supports a range of benefits, including stress and muscle relief, lower blood pressure and improved sleep. The steam room offers a relaxing experience that improves circulation, clears congestion, promotes skin health, aids in workout recovery and boosts the immune system.

A USD male swimmer diving into the pool.

Aquatics

Whether you're just learning to swim or are like a fish to water, the Natatorium offers classes, courses and aquatic fun for campus and community members of all ages.

Dive in

Make A Splash

Experience the brand-new Natatorium—a built for competition, recovery and fun. Whether you're here to train like an athlete or just relax in the hot tub, there's something for everyone.

Explore the Natatorium