The North Charleston Aquatic Center is a partnership between the City of North Charleston and Dorchester School District Two and the facility itself is located on the campus of Fort Dorchester High School. The 53,000-square-foot facility features an eight-lane, 25-yard warm-up pool; retractable seating for 1,000 spectators; an outdoor patio; administrative areas; locker rooms; and space for a pro shop and concessions stand. The facility hosts regional swim meets, drawing hundreds of swimmers and their families.