Richmond Plunge

Address

1 East Richmond Avenue
Richmond, CA 94801
510-620-6820

Contact 
Paula Cooper-Tipton, Aquatics Coordinator
paula_cooper-tipton@ci.richmond.ca.us 
510-620-6831
 or
Community Services Department
510-620-6793
registration@ci.richmond.ca.us 

POOLS ARE CLOSED   

Contra Costa County has moved back into the purple tier, which means we cannot continue our reopening plans for our indoor pools. Once we have solid footing in the red tier, we will resume our training plans for Lifeguards who are still available to work. Please keep in mind that indoor pools are not allowed to open (based on CA requirements) until we reach the orange tier. At that time, the county and the Richmond Emergency Operations Center (EOC) management also have to approve our opening. Please check back here for updates. 

If you would like to receive email updates about City of Richmond pools, please email your first and last name to Richmond_Plunge@ci.richmond.ca.us 

Pool Rules
Please read and become familiar with the pool rules before your first visit to be sure you are prepared. If you have any questions, please ask our staff.


POOL SCHEDULE & PROGRAMS

The following is for informational purposes to get an idea of what is to come when we open. THIS IS NOT FOR CURRENT POOL USE, AS THE POOLS ARE NOT OPEN YET.  

  • Pool Schedule - this is where you will find the schedule once we announce that we are preparing to reopen
  • Main Guidelines for Post-Covid Swimming - basic information you will need to know for swimming at City of Richmond Pools
  • Plunge SHALLOW "Lane Map"- information about each lane so you can select a lane that is appropriate for your use.
  • Plunge DEEP "Lane Map"- information about each lane so you can select a lane that is appropriate for your use.

HOW TO REGISTER FOR A LANE

​When the pool reopens, all patrons must register for lane time and space in advance. There is no in-person registration at the pool.

Registration Schedule

Pool Reservation Dates Registration Opens
Richmond Residents 		 Registration Opens
Non Residents
1st- 15th of the month
 25th* of prior month: 8:30am 25th* of prior month: 1:00pm
16th- end of the month 10th of the month: 8:30am 10th of the month: 1:00pm

*or previous weekday if the first day of registration falls on weekend/holiday

You may register online

  1. Create an account
  2. Search for Lap Swim/Water Exercise by date or time
  3. Read the supplemental information and sign the waiver
  4. Pay and retain your email receipt. Be prepared to show your receipt upon arrival at the pool if you have registered within 24 hours of your swim time 
If you cannot register online or if you need assistance with the process, call the Registration office: 
(510)620-6793
Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:00pm


We hire LIFEGUARDS year-round! 

Certified Lifeguards can APPLY ONLINE now


LIFEGUARD CLASS - next class date TBA

Lifeguard Training Course provides American Red Cross certification to participants who pass the written and practical portions of the course. Lifeguard Training is provided throughout the year, with our main goal of training new Lifeguards who want to apply to work at our pools.

Please email paula_cooper-tipton@ci.richmond.ca.us if you would like more information, of if you would like to be alerted when the next course is scheduled. 

SWIM LESSONS

We do not know yet when we will be able to resume swim lessons.
Please check back in April 2021

Our normal swim lesson calendar includes 
  • Saturday sessions at Richmond Swim Center (January-October)
  • Weekday evening sessions (Mon-Thur) at Richmond Plunge (June-August).  
Little Splashers Class
Please check for updates in April 2021

Class Description:
Join the fun and learning with this in-water Parent/Child class.This class is specifically for tots who are 6 months-4 years old. Advanced registration required. 

To Register for any Aquatics Program or Class:
Visit the Recreation Complex Registration office - Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:00pm
3230 Macdonald Ave
Richmond, CA 94804
or Register online

FAMILY RECREATION SWIM

There will be no immediate plans for Recreation Swim sessions during our initial phase of reopening

Swim Wear Required:

For safety and pool maintenance reasons, please be advised that all swimmers are expected to wear appropriate swim attire (swim suits). Rash guards & synthetic swim shirts may be worn, but no cotton t-shirts/tanks, street clothes, etc. 
All babies and toddlers 4 & under must wear a swim diaper (no regular diapers). 


  

 

   
  
  
    
     



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