About Us
HAC empowers people to live healthier, more connected lives through a fun community space for swimming, diving, fitness and recreation. We offer a clean, safe and accessible environment for guests and families to invest in their health.
What We Stand Behind
Our Mission
Inspiring health and vitality by engaging people in programs and partnerships.
Our Vision
To lead the nation with excellence in aquatics and community wellness.
Our Purpose
Inspiring and connecting people with programs and services that improve their well-being.
Our Team
HAC Employee core Values
Every day we strive to be:
- Hardworking: we are dedicated, reliable and enthusiastic
- Caring: we are friendly, helpful, respectful and personable
- Learners: we seak continous improvement
- Honest: we are authentic, trust worthy and act with integrity
- Professional: we strive for excellence and the highest levels of safety
Jack Huisingh
Executive Director
Amanda Duimstra
General Manager
Jason Epplett
Operations Manager: Community Recreation and Wellness
Lynette Hummel
Office Manager
Ian Townsend
Competitive Manager & MLA Head Coach: Swimming
Sara Kadzban
Operations Manager: Aquatics and Safety
Dan Christian
Operations Manager: Instructional Programs
Jennifer Ritsema
Recreation and Community Wellness Manager
Katie Bean
Community Engagement Manager
John Wilhelm
Maintenance Manager
History of the HAC
Since 1968, the Holland community has relied on Holland Aquatic Center for access to high-quality natatorium facilities for swimming instruction, competitive swimming, community wellness and access for leisure swimming and play. HAC has a long history of community partnership, originally operating as part of the Holland Public School system.
Operating funds for the Aquatic Center come from visitor and membership fees as well as a millage paid by those living in the Holland Public School District (not to exceed 1 mill). These tax dollars support free swim lessons for local school children, free admission on Resident Appreciation days, and discounted single visit passes and memberships for all residents. Operating a community pool also saves multiple public school districts the operating costs of an on-site school pool.
Since our inception, we have experienced growth across all of our programs. HAC’s 2021 expansion and renovation ensured everyday access for all ages and families. This work was paid through a separate millage vote.
