GIGI France pools: the buyer's guide for US and Canadian backyards

GIGI FRANCE builds rigid inflatable above-ground pools designed for US and Canadian backyards — round models spanning roughly 13 ft to 19 ft in diameter, with a wall deep enough for adults to actually swim rather than wade. This guide walks through how to pick the right size, what to expect from shipping and setup, and the questions buyers ask most before ordering.

What GIGI France pools are

A GIGI FRANCE pool is a rigid inflatable above-ground pool: a round pool that stands upright on its own once inflated, with no metal frame and no external poles. The wall uses a high-pressure drop stitch construction — thousands of internal threads that lock the fabric rigid once inflated — reaching a working pressure roughly ten times higher than a standard inflatable pool. That is what lets the wall stay flat and hold real water depth instead of bulging outward under the weight of the water.

That depth is the main reason GIGI FRANCE sells into the US and Canadian above-ground pool market. Models go up to a 5 ft (59 in) wall height, deep enough for an adult to submerge to the shoulders and swim, not just wade around a shallow ring-top pool. Every pool ships as a complete package — the pool itself, an electric pump, a sand filter, and a repair kit — sold through gigifrance.com to customers across the continental United States, with a presence extending to Canada and Mexico.

This site is an independent buyer's guide published by GIGI FRANCE. It does not sell pools directly; purchases happen on gigifrance.com.

Choosing the right size for your backyard

The right GIGI FRANCE pool size depends on your backyard's flat, level footprint and how many people will swim at once — not just the sticker price. Round models span roughly 13 ft to 19 ft in diameter, and the practical difference between sizes is mostly about how many adults can comfortably swim together, and how much clear, level ground your yard actually has to offer.

A compact yard, or a couple who wants real swimming depth without a large footprint, usually does best with a smaller round model. A family that wants to swim laps or host a few guests at once needs both a wider diameter and roughly 20 ft or more of open, level space to install it safely. The full sizing guide breaks the tradeoffs down with real numbers.

Shipping to the US and Canada

GIGI FRANCE currently ships nationwide within the continental United States from US fulfillment centers, and has an established presence extending to Canada and Mexico through the country-specific sections of gigifrance.com. Orders ship with a tracking email once dispatched, and the exact estimated ship date for your specific model is always shown on the product page and at checkout — that is the most reliable information, since lead times can shift with demand. Full details, including what to check if you're ordering from Canada, are on the shipping and delivery page.

What's in this guide

This buyer's hub is built around the five questions US and Canadian shoppers ask most before ordering a GIGI FRANCE pool:

• Choosing the right size — 13 ft, 16 ft, and 19 ft compared for real backyard dimensions.
• Shipping and delivery — lead times, coverage, and order tracking.
• Setting up a pool in your backyard — ground prep, electrical needs, and permits.
• Buyer FAQ — pricing, warranty, returns, and payment.
• Best pool for a small backyard — sizing for tight or sloped yards.

Every page here answers one specific buying question directly, using real GIGI FRANCE product facts rather than generic filler. Start with sizing if you haven't picked a model yet, or jump to shipping and setup if you're closer to ordering.

To see the current lineup and pricing, browse the GIGI FRANCE pool range.