Aquatics
The Community Services Department offers affordable, year-round aquatic programs at two locations, the Richmond Plunge and the Richmond Swim Center. We offer a wide variety of programs. All programs are led by professional, enthusiastic, American Red Cross-certified pool staff. Swimmers of all ages and abilities will discover that the benefits of aquatic instruction, recreation, and fitness are endless.
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Paula Cooper-Tipton
Recreation Program CoordinatorPhone: 510-620-6820
Notices
Pools will close during thunder or lightning storms. |
Information For Your Visit
Spring Pool Schedule | updated 4/1/23 |
Summer Pool Schedule | effective 6/14/23 |
Before coming to the pool to save time | |
Pool Fees | Drop-ins and Punch Passes |
Pool Rules | Please read these rules before your first visit so you will be prepared. |
Family Recreation Swim | Drop in during the Rec Swim Hours indicated on the pool schedule for time to play in the pool. On warm days, it tends to be busy so a waitlist may be used when we are full. There is no guaranteed entry during Rec Swim hours. |
Swim Wear Required | For safety and pool maintenance reasons, all swimmers are expected to wear appropriate swim attire (swimsuits). Rash guards and swim shirts may be worn, but no cotton t-shirts, tanks, street clothes, etc. All babies and toddlers under 4 must wear a swim diaper (no regular diapers). |
Admission & Supervision Requirements for Children | For safety reasons, all children 8 and under must be attended to by and supervised at arms distance in the water and deck area at all times by an adult, with a limit of two children per adult. Children 9-13 may swim with an adult supervising in the facility. We understand that some children who are under 9 may be excellent swimmers, but we enforce this policy for all drop-in swimmers, regardless of skill level. Please do not ask staff to bend the rules. Ages 13-17 may participate in Recreation Swim with a parent-signed waiver |
2023 Little Splashers: Summer
Join the fun and learning with this in-water parent/child class. This class is specifically for tots who are 6 months-5 years old. Advanced registration is required. Click the flyer to view flyer details.
- Monday mornings at the Plunge
- Thursday & Saturday mornings at Richmond Swim Center
- Register online at tinyurl.com/richmondrecreation
2023 Summer Swim Lessons
Dive into the fun with our swim lessons! With levels for all ages and skill sets, you'll progress at your own pace and make a splash in no time. Click the flyer to view flyer details.
- Check the schedule for session dates and times
- Available at both the Plunge and Swim Center
- Register online at tinyurl.com/richmondrecreation
We Hire Lifeguards Year-Round!
Apply Online By Clicking Here!
We can train lifeguard applicants who are strong swimmers, but not certified Lifeguards (the selection process includes swim and physical skills tests). The American Red Cross Lifeguard course provides certification to participants who pass the written and practical portions of the course. Lifeguard training is offered periodically throughout the year, with our main goal of training new lifeguards who can apply to work at our pools. Please email paula_cooper-tipton@ci.richmond.ca.us for more information and to be alerted when the next course is scheduled.
To participate in any of our aquatics and/or other recreation programs, create an account on ActiveNet to register or get help by contacting the Recreation registration office:
Paula Cooper-Tipton Aquatics Program Coordinator paula_cooper-tipton@ci.richmond.ca.us (510) 620-6831 | Registration Office Monday - Friday 9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. 3230 Macdonald Avenue Richmond, CA 94804 csdregistration@ci.richmond.ca.us (510) 620-6793 | Richmond Plunge 1 East Richmond Avenue Richmond, CA 94801 Check out the Aquatics page for the most up-to-date schedule (510) 620-6820 | Richmond Swim Center 4300 Cutting Boulevard Richmond, CA 94804 Check out the Aquatics page for the most up-to-date schedule (510) 620-6654 |