SwimHershey Regional Aquatic Center – A World-Class 50-Meter Competition & Performance Venue

Project Overview

Wallover Architects leads a seasoned design and construction team including Wohlsen Construction (Construction Manager), Moore Engineering Company, and Providence Engineering—bringing deep collaborative experience and proven results to every stage of development.

This 48,000+ sq. ft. indoor aquatic complex is designed for Olympic-level competition, collegiate water polo, and year-round performance training, all while incorporating sustainable and cost-efficient building practices.

Key Features of the SwimHershey Regional Aquatic Center

• 50-Meter Myrtha Stretch Pool
  Olympic-sized pool with deep-water profiles and dual 6-foot-wide movable bulkheads allowing for customizable swim, dive, and polo configurations.

• Springboard Diving Accommodations
  Designed to support 1-meter and 3-meter competitive springboard diving, with performance-ready depth profiles.

• Myrtha “Breathe” System
  Chloramine-capturing surface ventilation ensures optimal air quality for swimmers and spectators—especially during high-intensity competitions.

• FINA-Compliant Water Polo Setups
  Capable of hosting dual simultaneous water polo games or a single full-size FINA regulation field, accommodating both men’s and women’s matches.

• World-Class Spectator Experience
  Initial seating for 750 spectators, with expansion capacity to 1,500+ in future phases.

• Energy-Efficient Facility Construction
  The building features pre-engineered steel framing, a high-performance insulated panel exterior, and state-of-the-art HVAC, lighting, and filtration systems for sustainable operation.

Proven Leaders in Competitive Pool Design

With over 27 years of experience designing competitive swimming facilities across the U.S., Wallover Architects brings unmatched technical knowledge and architectural creativity to every project. From boutique hospitality pools to national-level aquatic centers, our team delivers innovative, efficient, and visually compelling designs that elevate the swimmer experience.

The SwimHershey Regional Aquatic Center is a culmination of decades of pool-building expertise—combining technology, function, and vision into a facility that will serve Central Pennsylvania’s swimmers for generations.