Recreation Center Weizmann Institute of Science

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• Date: May 1, 2026

  Opening of the recreation center

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  Opening of the recreation center

  Date: May 1, 2026

  Dear Members,

  Summer Pool Hours - May:

  Sunday: 12:00–18:00

  Monday–Thursday: 6:00–18:00

  Friday: 6:00–17:00

  Saturday: 7:00–18:00

   

  *On May 15, 2026, a youth triathlon event will take place at the Weizmann Institute. The recreation center will open at 10:00.

   

  Important Guidelines:

  • Entry to the center is permitted by chip or QR code scan only.
  • Membership is personal and non-transferable. Any misuse will result in immediate cancellation.
  • Entry to the large outdoor pool is permitted for children aged 3 and above only.
  • Flipping /diving (somersaults) into the pool is strictly prohibited.
  • Bringing glass bottles into the center is strictly prohibited.
  • Eating is not allowed within the pool areas. Please use the lawn areas only.
  • Children who can't swim must remain in shallow water under close parental supervision.
  • Family showers are designated for families only.
  • Children up to age 3 may enter changing rooms of the opposite gender.
  • Pushing, especially from the diving board, is strictly prohibited.
  • Swim caps are mandatory for those with long hair. Other hats are not a substitute.
  • The stroller gate is for strollers and one accompanying adult only; other family members must use the turnstiles.
  • Playing music within the center is not allowed.
  • Children under the age of 12 will not be allowed to enter the center area without adult supervision.

   

• Date: March 16, 2025

  Registration dates

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  Registration dates

  Date: March 16, 2025

  Dear Members,

  The registration dates for the upcoming season (1.5.26) will be as follows:

  12.4.26 - Registration for students at the institute, Weizmann institute's employees and their families.

  19.4.26 - Registration will open for renewing summer membership and annual membership (for those who were active during the 2025-2026 season).

  The season will open on May 1, 2026. (Registration is subject to availability and based on membership capacity.)

  *Members who choose not to renew their membership this year cannot be guaranteed the option to purchase a membership next season.

   

   

• Date: October 30, 2025

  Classes at the recreation center

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  Classes at the recreation center

  Date: October 30, 2025

   

  *Adult Swimming Improvement Class – Improving swimming technique and training for a distance of 1.5-2 km. Sundays and Wednesdays from 13:00 to 13:45.  A few places left. For details- Anatoli 050-2838483.

  *Yoga - On Monday 28.10 will start a new yoga class at the Recreation Center - Classical Hatha Yoga with Sharon Dar.

  For details and registration Sharon 052-3482827.

  *You are invite to register for a variety of classes at the Recreation Center for children, youth and adults. Registration directly with the guides.

  *Personal fitness training at the gym with our new team. Rani 050-5919125.

   

  Clarification of Emergency Guidelines at the Center:

  According to Home Front Command regulations, the time allowed to reach a protected area is one and a half minutes. You must remain there for 10 minutes.

  There are three shelters available at the center –  you can see a photo for reference  down on this page.

  If an alert is received and you are, for example, in the pool and think you will not reach one of the shelters in time, exit the water, lie on the ground, and protect your head with your hands. Remain in this protective position for 10 minutes.

   

  Clarification of Administrative Guidelines at the Center:

  • Entry to the center is only permitted via chip or QR barcode scan.
  • Memberships are personal and non-transferable under any circumstances. Transferring your membership will result in immediate cancellation.
  • Entry to the large outdoor pool is permitted only for children aged 3 and above who are fully toilet-trained.
  • Flipping into the pool is strictly prohibited.
  • Glass bottles are strictly prohibited in the center.
  • Eating is not allowed inside the pool areas. It is permitted only on the grass lawns (beyond the mess, food attracts insects and pests).
  • Children who cannot swim must stay only in a shallow area and be under close parental supervision.
  • Family showers are designated for families only, to regulate the number of users.
  • Entry to the vestry is allowed for children up to age 3 only if they are not of the opposite gender.
  • Pushing, especially from the diving board, is strictly prohibited.
  • Wearing a swim cap is mandatory for those with long hair. Other hats, such as sun visors, are not a substitute.
  • Each member must scan his chip or app upon entry to the center.
  • The stroller gate is for the stroller and its accompanying adult only. All other family members must enter through the turnstiles.

   

  Operating Hours Update:

  Due to the unusual weather this weekend:

  • The summer pool will be open on Saturday until 18:00. The center will remain open until 19:00. The gym will be open until 18:50.

   

   

   

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  Best regards,

  The Recreation Center.