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Over 50 years ago, people just like you were looking for a community pool in the Merchantville, Pennsauken and Cherry Hill area. When the municipalities were unable to provide such a pool, a group of three hundred families got together and established Woodbine Swim Club, a private, non-profit swim club, owned and operated by its membership. In the summer of 1958, the club officially opened its doors and in the 50 years that followed, hundreds of families, just like yours, have found not just a pool to play in, but a home away from home for the summer where they have built friendships and memories that have lasted a lifetime.

Now it’s your turn to share in the community and family spirit that has kept Woodbine running for 50 years. Where day camps, amusement parks, recreation programs and other summer activities only provide fun for some of the family, some of the time, Woodbine provides a summer recreation solution for your entire family, everyday of the season. Your family can enjoy swimming, basketball, shuffleboard, sand castles, picnics, parties, friendships and hometown warmth you just can’t get on vacation. For less than the cost of a week at the shore, you will have a private summer getaway, right next door, for the whole summer!

Becoming a member is easy! Follow the instructions on the attached application and you will finally have a lasting answer to the dreaded question, “What should we do this summer?” Thank you for your interest in Woodbine and we look forward to making you a part of our family tradition.

Three pools designed to fit various levels of swimming ability!

Adults and advanced swimmers enjoy our 25 meter, 6 lane main pool with water slide, generous step entry and diving board over an attached diving well.
Beginning swimmers build their swimming confidence in our 3 feet deep junior pool.
Babies, toddlers and their caregivers relax by a large, shallow wading pool surrounded by the perfect mix of sun and shade as well as a fence to keep the little ones from wandering off too far.

Spacious and shady recreation area!

Woodbine uniquely features a spacious grove offering plenty to do if you need a break from the heat.
Have a picnic or party around the picnic tables and barbeque grills spread throughout the grove.
Play basketball, volleyball or shuffleboard while shaded from the hot summer sun.
Watch the kids enjoy swings, slides and a beach-like sandbox all in the comfort of a canopy of trees.

Activities and events for everyone in the family!

Bring the family together for our Independence Day Celebration, Family Fun Day and Raft Nights.
Hang with old friends and make new ones at our Seafood Night and Pig Roast Luau adult social nights.
Teens and pre-teens are in command at our splash parties designed to fit their style.
Let the little ones explore their creativity during craft and story times.
Take advantage of our learn-to-swim program and private swim lessons for all age groups and abilities. If you are 18 years old or younger, join our Tri-County Swimming Association swim team and compete in weekly competitions against other South Jersey clubs and qualify for the televised championship meet!

How do I become a member?

Fill out the Membership Application. Please note that although it is preferred that you provide the names of two current bondholders willing to sponsor your membership, you may request a board-sponsored application which does not list any sponsors.
Include with your application a $100 deposit which will be applied toward the purchase of your bond certificate once your membership is approved. Mail your application and payment to: Woodbine Swim Club, Membership Committee, PO Box 1054, Merchantville, NJ 08109.
Once your application is received it will be presented to the Board of Trustees for approval.
If your membership is approved, you will receive a bill for the seasonal dues. Once these dues have been paid, you can begin to enjoy the benefits of being a member of Woodbine Swim Club!

What is a bond certificate?

Woodbine is a private club, owned and operated by its membership, so membership requires the purchase of a bond certificate which gives you part ownership in the club. A bond certificate costs $500. The first $100 is paid and sent in with your application, as described below. The bond payment may be paid in full right away or you can choose to pay for it over a two year period, with two equal payments of $250. Once your bond certificate is paid in full, you will be assigned a bond certificate number (and only when your bond has been paid in full). Upon submitting your application, include a one time fee of $100 which is non refundable. Later, your bond certificate can be made available for purchase by a new member upon your resignation from the club. When your bond is sold to a new member, you will receive a refund of your bond payment.

What are the annual dues?

Bondholders can add members of the family at the following rates for the 2009 season:

Member Type	Fee	New Jersey Sales Tax	Capital Improvement	Total
Bondholder	$ 340.00	$ 23.80	$110.00	$ 473.80
Spouse	$ 105.00	$ 7.35	0	$ 112.35
Junior (age 3 & up)	$ 55.00	$ 3.85	0	$ 58.85
Other Adult in household	$ 100.00	$ 7.00	0	$ 107.00
Baby Sitter	$ 125.00	$ 8.75	0	$ 133.75

Note that the capital improvement fee of $110.00 per bondholder is not subject to NJ Sales tax.

Whom do I contact if I have any more questions?

Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, you can stop by the club and ask to see the manager on duty or you can call Linda Bakshas at (856) 663-9742 for more information.