Willie Galimore Community Center and Pool

The Willie Galimore Recreation Center sits in historic Lincolnville and presents recreational activities for all ages. The recreation center is located inside Eddie Vickers Park, and the community pool is open to the public.

History of Willie Galimore

The center is named after famous Lincolnville resident, Willie Galimore (1935-1964), who attended St. Augustine's Excelsior High School and Florida A&M University. He is a member of the College Football Hall of Fame and played professionally as a running back for the Chicago Bears from 1957 until he died in 1964.

Amenities at Willie Galimore

• Swimming pool (Open from late May to early September)
  • Lap lanes
  • Locker rooms and showers
  • A swim instructional area
• Event/banquet facility
• Playground
• Grills
• Picnic pavilion
• Restroom facilities
• Event venue. You can rent the banquet facility for events and weddings with up to 230 guests. Call (904) 201-5904 for more information.

Visit Willie Galimore

Address: 399 Riberia Street, St. Augustine, Florida 32084 in historic Lincolnville

Parking: Parking is available on site.

Admission for the Pool: In 2026, the pool opens on Wednesday, May 20. The pool will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Mondays through Fridays, and from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturdays.

• $3.00 per day or $40.00 for the season for those between the ages of 13 and 60.
• $2.00 per day or $25.00 for the season for those younger than 13 or older than 60.
• They accept cash or checks. Please pay with exact cash, if possible, or you can write a check to First Coast YMCA.

The St. Augustine Family YMCA runs the programming at the pool. Call them at (904) 471-9622 for specific questions about programming and schedules.

Other Parks Near Willie Galimore

Dr. Robert B. Hayling Freedom Park and the Castillo de San Marcos are both close by. Check our local Parks Directory for other options in the surrounding area.