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Our Story

From Student Vision to Community Reality:

The Story of GVAC’s Journey

Our mission is to provide a safe, kind, inclusive, and educational environment for all members of and visitors to our community.

We are committed to community collaboration and growth through promoting water safety, holistic fitness and wellness, and recreational enjoyment.   

About Us

The Greenbrier Valley Aquatic Center began as a student-driven initiative at Greenbrier East High School, inspired by a vision to create a high-quality health and wellness facility serving Greenbrier and surrounding counties. In a rural state where access to such amenities is limited, GVAC was designed to break down barriers to participation — whether financial, physical, or geographical.

 

We saw the need for a year-round wellness hub where everyone — regardless of age, background, or ability — could improve water safety, build community, support their physical and mental health, and enjoy recreation in a welcoming, high-quality space.

 

GVAC is a premier nonprofit wellness facility with competition, recreation, and therapy pools; a classroom, senior room, cardio & fitness space; a splash pad and outdoor terrace; and a deep commitment to water safety, inclusive access, and community connection.

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Operational Team

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Brittany Polcaro

Executive Director

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Keith Brookman

Facilities Manager

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Takayla Morrison

Operations Manager

Board of Directors

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Tag Galyean

Chairman 

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Tom Greenstreet

Vice Chairman

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Dr. Kristie Bridges

Secretary

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John Little

Director

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Annabelle Galyean

Director

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Jerry Clemons

Director

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John Wilson

Director

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Jeff Bryant

Director

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Kathryn Tuckwiller

Director

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Paula Janiga

Director

Community Voices

"Fantastic facility and the Greenbrier Valley is lucky to have it! Convenient, easy to get to and lots of membership options. Friendly, helpful staff. Check it out!"

Paul Grist

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