Aquatics

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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. 

NOTICES



  • County now requires VACCINATION or TEST (within 3 days), along with photo ID for all patrons 12+ years old 
  • County information flyer 
  • All patrons and staff are required to wear masks at all times. Only exception is while in the pool or shower. 
  • Limited capacity: 2-persons per lane maximum; some 1-person lanes available  
  • Please create your Active Net account online before coming to the pool to save time 
INFORMATION FOR YOUR VISIT

  • Updated Pool Schedule- effective 9/12
  • Fees - debit/credit, cash or check accepted 

  • Pool Rules

    -     Unless otherwise stated in the updated Covid guidelines, these rules still apply. Please read before your first visit to be sure you are prepared

  • Family Recreation Swim

     - drop in during our the Rec Swim hours indicated on the pool schedule. Low capacity limits are required, so a wait list may be used when we are full. 

  • 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, all swimmers are expected to wear appropriate swim attire (swim suits). Rash guards & 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).

We hire Lifeguards year-round 


Certified Lifeguards can Apply online now

LIFEGUARD CLASS - September 17, 18, 19, 2021. Register now for the pre-course. 
Registration end date: 9/14 

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 

We do not know yet when we will be able to resume swim lessons. 

Please check for updates 

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 Description:
 Join the fun and learning with this in-water Parent/Child class.This class is specifically for tots who are 6 months-4.5 years old. Advanced registration required. Please check for updates in late summer or early fall 2021.

To Register for ANY Aquatic Class/Program: 

Call the Recreation Complex Registration office
510-620-6793
Mon-Fri from 8:30am-4:00pm
or Register online

https://apm.activecommunities.com/richmondhttps://apm.activecommunities.com/richmond

In-person registration now available:
3230 Macdonald Ave
Richmond, CA 94804

Contact


Paula Cooper-Tipton, Aquatics Coordinator
Paula_Cooper-Tipton@ci.richmond.ca.us
510-620-6831
or
Community Services Department
Registration Office 
510-620-6793
CSDregistration@ci.richmond.ca.us 
or
Richmond Plunge
510-620-6820
Richmond Swim Center
510-620-6654

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 

City Holidays

New Year’s Day                            January 1, 2021
Martin L. King Jr. Day                 January 18 2021
Presidents' Day                           February 15, 2021
Memorial Day                             May 31, 2021
Independence Day                     July 5, 2021
Labor Day                                    September 6, 2021
Admissions Day                          September 9, 2021
Indigenous Peoples Day           October 11, 2021
Veteran's Day                             November 11, 2021
Thanksgiving Day                       November 25 and 26, 2021
Christmas Day                            December 25, 2021   

For more information, please call Community Services Department at (510) 620-6793.