The Exchange Pool saved our Covid Summer! Our family has been going to Exchange Pool for two…read moresummers now. A great family atmosphere. The Exchange Pool went above and beyond during the 2020 summer with Covid precautions. Clean, careful, and professional. I look forward to returning 2021.

It's the little pool that could. Yeah, it's not exactly luxurious and if you are used to…read morehigh-falutin' pools like at the Tennis Club you might not be exactly impressed but it serves a vital purpose for the community and with reasonable memberships you can be okay that there isn't a snack bar and upscale amenities or a baby pool WITH a fountain. It's been home for the Cyclones , a local swim-team for kids preschool-12th grade, which keeps them conditioned, learning and honing their strokes and developing team building skills. This experience has been invaluable to many in the community. They have ample room for adult swimmers during adult swim. The kids all look like they are having a great time whenever I have been there.

We absolutely LOVE Woodcroft! Mr. Mike and staff are always so polite and welcoming. I do think…read morethere should maybe just a pool membership. As we're new members and I'm curious of what the rest of the year looks like once the pool is no longer available. But overall amazing experience so far

Best pool in Durham!!! The location, convenience, and amenities are wonderful. They have 3…read morelifeguards, a diving board, an awesome slide, and a kiddie pool area with fountains. The concessions stand offers alcoholic beverages and a lot of drink & food choices. The two large pavilions are great for parties and can be reserved. Membership is year-round, so they do hold events for kids, families, and seniors throughout the year and have the clubhouse to support gatherings. Our son loved the summer camps when he was younger and price was truly affordable.

"Tennis club/ pool/ fitness room & classes for faculty, staff, and alumni of Duke"…read more We've been coming here for 5 years now, and definitely like it overall. Best known for its multiple tennis courts, this facility also houses a large pool, a toddler pool, a lap pool, a fitness room, and basketball courts. They also regularly host activities such as an Easter Egg Hunt, Memorial Day fun events, various summer cookouts, "parents' night out" events (where they'll keep your kids occupied while you go elsewhere), etc. My personal usage has been highest for the fitness room, which has treadmills, stairmasters, bikes, and assorted weight machines and free weights. It's not a big facility, but it's convenient (on campus at Duke), rarely crowded, and with low turnover among other users (you see the same people whenever you go). It also now opens at 6am, which makes it convenient to work-out before going to work. They host various fitness/ yoga/ nia classes (I think for a fee), and you can also reserve time with fitness trainer for a fee. For those who prefer to exercise outdoors, the Faculty Club abuts the Al Buehler running trail through the Duke Forest- a beautiful (but hilly!) 2.9 or 3.6 mile loop. You can run the trail then shower and/ or do weights at the Club. The big pool opens for general use in the summer, and sometimes has limited hours, but is still a big hit especially for people who don't have a neighborhood pool and want a clean and safe facility. It's often overrun by kids on hot days or holidays, but in a good way. It has a high-dive board, a regular dive board, and a twisty-slide into the pool. There are also shaded areas for parents to wait for their kids, thank goodness! There's been a lot of recent turnover in the director position, and some have been more responsive than others, but the current director is great- very involved and responsive. A year's family membership is currently $790, and comes with full access to all facilities (though some planned activities cost money). Members can bring guests to the facility for a small fee.

When my pal invited me to swim here recently, she joked that it was one of the nicest places in…read moreNorth Carolina. But after spending an afternoon here, I don't think she's joking! This is a delightful spot to swim in the summer. There are a couple lap pools, diving boards and tons of space for kids to splash around. If you're lucky enough to be able to join, you'll love the lush surroundings and access to AC'd locker rooms. Plus, there are snacks and grills available for use.

Stoneridge Sedgefield club is great. Basketball, tennis, playground, croquet court. Recent updates…read moreinclude covered outdoor shelter for use by members. Had a wonderful wedding rehearsal dinner at the facility rented as members. Joanne

Stoneridge has had signs advertising membership so I decided to check it out. I can't speak for the…read morepool facilities since that's not open yet, but one thing that worries me is the poor conditions of the playground. I'm attaching pictures but basically there are fallen trees, wobbly stairs, and parts of it have fallen apart completely. I would be scared to let children play here. I hope it's not indicative of how they treat their facilities and families. It's in the middle of a neighborhood so it seems like a lot of people could benefit from the upkeep. Hopefully they will fix this soon!

Overall, I've had consistently good experiences at this aquatic center. The facility is fairly…read moreclean, and I've never encountered the strong pool or locker room odors that can sometimes be an issue at swim spaces. The water temperature has been comfortable and well-balanced on most visits--perfect for lap swimming, with only one day that felt slightly chilly (not bothersome for me). The staff are calm, approachable, and hospitable, which helps create a relaxed and welcoming environment. I also appreciate that they provide a few pieces of equipment like the tombstone-shaped paddle boards and pool weights, which add variety to a workout. One thing to be aware of is that you'll want to bring your own personal hygiene items--there also aren't wipes for cleaning lockers nor are locks provided. It might be helpful if the center gave clearer guidance on what to bring so guests can come prepared. The atmosphere is generally peaceful, though if the boombox-style aerobics class isn't your preference, you'll want to check the schedule ahead of time. The schedule is posted week-to-week, so it's worth planning around if you're looking for a quieter, more meditative swim. Despite a few small considerations, I've enjoyed a sense of privacy and a good, focused swim on each visit. It's a solid place to get in the water and take care of your health.

Really nice aquatic center in Chapel Hill! I took the bus here from my hotel near the university,…read moreit was a free bus ride and quick (plus a short walk). The aquatic center has great locker rooms; they are clean, spacious, and have good shower facilities...bring your own lock. The pool itself is huge (there's actually two pools, but just one for laps), I had no problem getting a lane to myself. All in all, this is a wonderful public aquatic center!

I am an avid tennis player and love the club. The players atre very friendly and its easy to find…read moreplayer at every level. The pros are friendly and always willing to help. The clay courts make playing easy on the body.

From the owner: Hollow Rock Racquet & Swim Club is one of North Carolina's premiere, member-owned clubs. We have…read morebeen a staple in the Triangle sports community for over 40 years, and promote a friendly, welcoming and fun environment for all of our members and guests.

Great course for the money and nice people working there. Greens are in good shape and carts are…read moregreat with the GPS

Love this golf course. It has a challenging layout and the fairways are generous and the greens are…read morelarge and fast. The staff is wonderful too. Kevin in the Pro Shop is always friendly and the ladies in the grill are so nice even if I'm just walking through. The facilities are well maintained and spotless.

Full disclosure, I only come here to watch my nephew play hockey…read more Most of the time parking is easy when I come to watch my nephew's game, but sometimes it is insanely packed, especially if they have more than one event going on. This past weekend was a hockey game and a swim meet so I had to park very far away because I didn't get there early enough. The facility is always clean and looks well maintained. It is a little difficult to navigate if you're not exactly sure where you're going, but I always eventually find my way. They have so many amenities! There is a gym, a pool, an ice rink, and even a concession station! There's probably much more that I haven't seen, but it looks like they have a lot to offer. My best friend's family has a membership and they are there weekly if not multiple times a week. If I had kids and lived in Orange County, I would definitely check this out.

The pool was reserved for a masters swim meet, so we had the space to ourselves. The workers were…read morefriendly and helped direct us where to go. The complex looked like it had a lot of other options for working out, and even a separate space to meet with a physical therapist for sessions. It was a nice facility.

In Chapel Hill, "The Farm" refers to the private club of the UNC Faculty-Staff Recreation…read moreAssociation. It's kind of like a country club, but without a golf course. There are tennis courts, pickleball courts, swimming and diving pools, outdoor rock climbing walls, a gym, an outdoor basketball court, disc golf, beach volleyball, a clubhouse, playground, three shelters (pavilions) with wooden tables and benches, and more. Actually, it's more like a private park than a private country club. In terms of how nice The Farm is, I'd say it's on a public park level. When I saw The Farm is private, I was thinking it would be nicer and perhaps higher-end. Instead, it felt more like a small city park that happens to be private. My wife has been here multiple times for various UNC events. I attended one of the events with her. It took place at The Farm's clubhouse, the adjacent pavilion, and the playground. It was a family-friendly event. Parents brought their children who played on the playground. Food and drink were set up inside the clubhouse's kitchen. The clubhouse and overall grounds and facilities that I saw were modest. The shelter had string lighting lining the ceiling. The tables had a lot of what looked like dried-up paint/finger paint on them, presumably from kids' activities. It makes sense since the playground was right next to us. Also nearby was a bunch of bamboo which made for a good backdrop for group photos. During our Saturday afternoon visit, I saw people playing beach volleyball and the pool(s) looked busy. The Farm is located east of UNC campus, not far from the Chapel Hill-Durham border. It's off 54, accessible via Barbee Chapel Rd, just past UNC Finley Golf Course. It's due south from the Rizzo Center (south side of 54).

Our family basically lives here. From the pros, administration, pool people, to the grounds crew,…read moreeveryone is super accommodating, friendly, and just awesome. Based on an unprofessional poll, the members are also much friendlier and down-to-earth than the other clubs in the area.

It's a little distance to travel to swim but my grandchildren enjoy swimming. The place is always…read moreopen regardless of the temperature outside which is a good thing because other swimming pool in NC will be closed due to hot weather, that's funny because I thought the whole idea is to swim when it's hot lol. Oxford swimming pool also always has lifeguards available and pricing is okay. There's always parking and it's a clean environment for the most part. The bathrooms can use a little more TLC, or cleaning. But, I guess for the price it's a day of enjoyment for the kids and a day outside.

From the owner: We have great news! You don’t have to take a vacation to unwind, relax, & enjoy this summer!…read more Our incredible facility with a lap pool, zero entry play pool & epic water slide is managed by an *awesome* staff of professional, certified lifeguards! Come join us for 2024: The Summer of Fun! Email us at oxfordparksc@gmail.com for more info!