The A Series is the flat-bottom rectangular play pool in the River Pools lineup. Clean rectangular footprint, a consistent flat bottom across the entire pool, a long bench down one side, wide entry steps, and an auto-cover-ready coping line. The flagship model is the A36 (16' × 36'), with smaller configurations in 14' × 30', 12' × 25', and 8' × 16' footprints. Available in all six River Pools gelcoat finishes. Seven Seas Pools & Spas builds and services the A Series across our region.
Rectangular, flat-bottom
A36 (16' × 36') plus three smaller configurations (14' × 30', 12' × 25', 8' × 16')
Six gelcoat colors (Arctic, Caribbean, Diamond, California, Maya, Sandstone)
What makes the A Series distinct in the River Pools lineup: it is the only rectangular shell with a true flat bottom. The R, D, M, X, and T Series all use a sloped floor from shallow to deep. The A Series stays at consistent depth from end to end, which makes it the right shell for water games, multi-generational standing-depth use, and yards where the pool gets used more for socializing than swimming.
Explore the River Pools A Series with Seven Seas Pools & Spas and compare the flat-bottom layout, side bench, gelcoat finishes, and auto-cover-ready coping before you decide.
| Configuration | Dimensions | Auto-Cover Ready |
|---|---|---|
| A36 | 16' × 36' | Yes |
| 14' × 30' | 14' × 30' | Yes |
| 12' × 25' | 12' × 25' | Yes |
| 8' × 16' | 8' × 16' | Yes |
The A36 is the flagship configuration with the longest side bench and the most floor area for games. The smaller sizes preserve the flat-bottom logic for compact yards. Confirm exact model designations and depth profile with Seven Seas during your consultation.
A flat-bottom pool holds water at one depth across the entire shell. There is no shallow-to-deep slope and no defined deep end. The depth is typically set in the chest-high range for an average adult, which means kids can stand in shallower zones (closer to the wall, near the entry steps) and adults can stand throughout the pool floor.
Three use cases favor the flat-bottom geometry:
Water games. Volleyball, basketball, throw-and-catch, and pool tag all work better when nobody has to tread water.
Multi-generational use. Grandparents and toddlers can both stand. Nobody is left treading.
Group hangouts. Standing in the water in conversation is easier when the depth is consistent.
A built-in bench runs the full length of one long side of the shell. The bench gives you in-water seating without giving up center-pool floor space. It also reads as a clean architectural line when the pool is empty or covered.
The A Series coping is built with hidden tracks for an automatic safety cover. The cover passes over the pool at coping height. The flat-bottom geometry also means the cover sits at consistent height above the water across the pool, which improves cover performance and reduces sag.
All six River Pools finishes are available on every A Series configuration:
Arctic
Caribbean
Diamond
California
Maya
Sandstone
Both are rectangular and auto-cover-ready. A is flat-bottom; R Series is sloped from shallow to deep. Pick A for play and standing-depth use; pick R for a real deep end.
Both are rectangular and auto-cover-ready. D Series has a tanning ledge; A has a flat bottom across the whole pool. Pick A if you want flat-bottom play space everywhere; pick D if you want a defined shallow lounge zone plus a deep end.
Both are flat-bottom. N Series is a compact plunge configuration (8'4" × 16'); A scales up to 16' × 36'. Pick N for a tight yard; pick A when you have room for a full-size play pool.
Both are rectangular and auto-cover-ready. A is flat-bottom and play-focused; M Series has a sloped floor with a dedicated swim lane plus tanning ledge. Pick A for water games and standing-depth use; pick M for lap-swim-plus-entertain.
The A Series flat-bottom layout is easiest to understand when you compare it against River's sloped-floor shells. Seven Seas Pools & Spas can walk you through the model sizes, long side bench, gelcoat color options, auto-cover details, decking, and equipment layout before your project moves forward.
The exact depth varies by configuration. Confirm with Seven Seas during the consultation; the depth is set to keep average adults at chest height.
No. The flat bottom is shallow throughout. Diving requires a real deep end; for a divable shell pick the T Series T40 with an 8'6" deep end.
Yes. The consistent depth makes early-swim instruction easier because kids can stand in the same zone where they're practicing. Once they're swimming confidently in shallow water, more advanced lap practice is better suited to an R Series sloped pool or an Endless Pools swim spa.
The bench is submerged at a depth designed for in-water seating. It is not a dry deck.
The A Series is the right answer for yards where the pool gets used for play, games, and gatherings more than for laps. Call or stop by your local Seven Seas Pools & Spas to see installed-pool galleries and confirm the right model size for your yard.
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