The Walter R. Bauman Aquatic Center is an outdoor facility, featuring the latest in aquatic amenities. The facility includes zero-depth pool entrance, an eight lane competition pool, as well as a diving well. Other attractions at the center include two 134-foot run waterslides, interactive water play equipment, sand playground, and a concession area. The center has 11,510 square feet of water surface, holds 345,580 gallons of water, and has a patron capacity of 724 people.
HOURS OF OPERATION
- Swim and Dive Team
- Monday through Friday (June 14th - July 28th): 6:15 am - 11:00 am
- Swim and Dive Lessons
- Monday through Friday (June 14th - August 20th): 10:30 am - 12:45 pm
- Open Swim and Adult Lap Swim
- Monday through Friday (June 14th - August 20th): 1:30 pm - 8:00 pm
- Saturday through Sunday (June 12th - August 22nd): 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ADMISSION FEES
| Daily Fees | City of Middleton Resident | Middleton-Cross Plains School District Resident | Non-Resident |
| Child (2 and Under) | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Youth (3-17) | $3.00 | $3.50 | $4.00 |
| Adult (18 and Up) | $4.00 | $4.50 | $5.00 |
DAILY FEE SPECIALS
Individual Admission Fees after 06:00 pm will be $2.00.
DISCOUNT TICKETS
Discount tickets for admittance during open swim programs will be available at City
Hall, beginning June 1. Tickets will only be available at City Hall, and can be purchased
for youth and adult admissions. The ticket cost is based on residency, and the purchase
of the ticket will allow ten admissions.
| Discount Ticket | City of Middleton Resident | Middleton-Cross Plains School District Resident | Non-Resident |
| Youth | $25.00 | $30.00 | $35.00 |
| Adult | $35.00 | $40.00 | $45.00 |
SEASON MEMBERSHIP
A season membership entitles the holder to summer-long admittance during open swim programs.
Membership fees are non-refundable. Memberships will be sold in accordance with the guidelines
listed below. The purchase of a membership does not guarantee automatic admission to the
Aquatic Center if the patron capacity has been reached. The Aquatic Center may also be closed
for inclement weather and/or low attendance.
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
Application forms and memberships, for both residents and non-residents will be available at
City Hall, beginning June 1. Memberships cannot be purchased before this time and will only be
available at 7426 Hubbard Ave. Proof of residency will be required.
MEMBERSHIP FEES
| Type | City of Middleton Resident | Middleton-Cross Plains School District Resident | Non-Resident |
| Family (Up to 5) | $135.00 | $155.00 | $360.00 |
| Adult (18 and Up) | $80.00 | $95.00 | $115.00 |
| Youth (3 - 17) | $55.00 | $80.00 | $95.00 |
AQUATIC CENTER CLOSINGS
- Inclement Weather - If the air temperature is less than 60 degrees, or it is raining or lightning, the Aquatic Center will be closed.
- Lack of Attendance - During the course of the season, the lack of attendance at the Aquatic Center may cause the closing of the Center or the closing of certain sections of the pool.