Starting today, Community College of Baltimore County is offering free access to its pools this summer, providing community members with designated swim hours at the Catonsville, Dundalk and Essex campuses from June 22, 2026 - August 20, 2026.
This initiative reflects CCBC’s commitment to providing accessible, welcoming spaces for the community.
Pool hours for each campus are as follows:
While there is no fee to swim, swimmers must complete an online waiver and obtain a CCBC OneCard prior to entering the pool. Community members are encouraged to complete the waiver in advance to allow time for processing.
Pools will operate in accordance with established safety guidelines, with certified lifeguards on duty and staff available to assist with check-in.
“We are pleased to offer this opportunity to our communities,” said CCBC President Sandra Kurtinitis. “Following a successful pilot at CCBC Essex last summer, we are expanding access to include our three campuses to better serve our neighbors and strengthen community connections.”
Baltimore County Executive Kathy Klausmeier echoed the significance of CCBC expanding pool access for county residents.
“Access to safe places to stay active and cool off during the summer is important for our families and communities,” said Klausmeier. “By offering free access to these pools, CCBC is giving more children, families and seniors the opportunity to swim, exercise and spend time together close to home. I want to thank CCBC for making these facilities available and expanding access to resources that help keep our communities healthy, connected and active through the summer.”
For more information, including registration details and pool guidelines, visit www.ccbcmd.edu/community-swim.
Since 1957, CCBC has opened the doors to accessible, affordable, high-quality education empowering generations of area residents to transform their lives and the lives of others. Each year, over 50,000 students enroll at the college’s main campuses, extension centers and online to make their starts, earn degrees, launch and build careers. CCBC offers the region’s most expansive selection of degree, certificate and workplace certification programs that prepare students for transfer, job entry and career advancement in such industries as business, education, health care, information technology, cybersecurity, construction, and transportation. Designated as the “Best Community College” among the Maryland Daily Record’s 2025 Reader Rankings, CCBC is also nationally recognized as a leader in innovative learning strategies and among the nation’s top associate degree producers.