Aquatics
The Richmond Plunge has been re-opened
Check the schedule for hours and information
POOL SCHEDULES & PROGRAMS
Fall-Winter Pool Schedule
effective Aug 19, 2019-Feb 29, 2020
WAIT LISTS
On warm days, we tend to fill to our capacity. When that happens we will start a wait list, but there is no guarantee of entry at that point. This most typically happens during Family Recreation Swim sessions, but can happen at any time.
FAMILY RECREATION SWIM
If you are looking for unstructured play time in the pool, you should come during a Family Recreation Swim session. We may have limited space for Lap swimming during these sessions, but there is no guarantee. Do not come during Lap Swim if you want to play in the water, or have children under 16 years.
We hire Lifeguards year-round.
Lifeguard Class flyer - September 6 - 8
Register for Pre-course first
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 if you would like more information, or if you would like to be alerted when the next course is scheduled.
SWIM LESSONS
Fall-Winter Swim Lessons Schedule (Sept 2019-Feb 2020)
There are no swim lessons in November & December
Check here to decide which level is the right one
Registration dates are posted for each session of adult and child lessons for ages 3+.
No Refunds or transfers, so please register for the appropriate level or class.
Call or email if you need help selecting the correct level for your child.
There are no swim lessons in November & December
Our general schedule for lessons is Saturday sessions at Richmond Swim Center (January-October) and weekday evening lessons at Richmond Plunge (June-August).
LITTLE SPLASHERS CLASS
Join the fun and learning with this new in-water Parent/Child class.This class is specifically for tots who are 6 months-4 years old. See flyer for session dates, registration information and other details. Advanced registration required.
To Register for any Aquatic Class:
Visit the Recreation Complex Registration office
Mon-Fri from 8:30am-4:00pm
3230 Macdonald Ave
Richmond, CA 94804
or Register online
POOL SCHEDULE NOTICES
8/26: Registration opens for September (Ses IV) Swim Lessons
9/2: Labor Day- Pools Closed
9/3: Registration opens for Sept/Oct Little Splashers class
9/6-8: Lifeguard class
9/9: Admissions Day- Pools Closed
9/16: Little Splashers Sept session begins at RSC
9/19: Little Splashers Sept session begins at Plunge
9/23:Registration opens for Oct (Ses V) swim lessons
Admission & Supervision Requirements for Children
For safety reasons, all children 8 & under must be attended 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.
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).
City Holidays
New Year’s Day January 1, 2019
Martin L. King Jr. Day January 21, 2019
Presidents' Day February 18, 2019
Memorial Day May 27, 2019
Independence Day July 4, 2019
Labor Day September 2, 2019
Indigenous Peoples Day October 14, 2019
Veteran's Day November 11, 2019
Thanksgiving Day November 28 and 29, 2019
Christmas Day December 25, 2019
For more information, please call Community Services Department at (510) 620-6793.
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