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979 17th Avenue Santa Cruz, CA 95062 (831) 454-7960
Warm Water Pool Open Swim + Rec Swim Hours have been updated as of 8/15/22-- please see current pool schedule(s) below
All swim hours are 'drop-in' with no reservations! Scroll down to view more information for other aquatics programs, and monthly Adult Fitness and Water Aerobics schedules.
LAP SWIM HOURS OPEN SWIM & REC SWIM HOURS SWIM CENTER FEES
Please see most current pool hours and fees above, and scroll down for more detailed information on our aquatics programing
*Schedules are subject to change.
Below are our general facility / office hours. Drop-in Lap Swimming is available during all of open hours. Please see the seperate schedule for the open swim & rec swim times (warm water pool hours).
979 17th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 Front Desk @ SFSC: 831-454-7960
Mon - Fri : 6:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Sat - Sun 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Simpkins Family Swim Center is connected to the Live Oak Community Center which contains the County Parks, Open Space, and Cultural Services Department and community meeting rooms. Free parking is available as well as EV charging stations and bike racks. Bike Lockers are currently unavailable.
SFSC 50-meter lap swim pool
SFSC Warm Water Pool
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Amenities include indoor locker rooms (bring your own lock), bathrooms, ADA-accessible hot showers. Pull buoys and kickboards are available for shared use. No towel service is available. Certified lifeguards are on duty during all open hours and all scheduled events.
A water wheel chair is available at the swim center and the Warm Water Pool features a zero-depth entry ramp for access. Each pool has stationary, ADA-compliant lifts as well as a mobile lift for entry into any area of the pools. An additional gender-inclusive bathroom is available with an ADA shower, changing bed, locker, and toilet. Questions? Contact Us!
See descriptions & explore some of our programs below!
Please note not all aquatics programs are offered year-round. Contact us for the most current information.
Simpkins Family Swim Center offers year-round lap swimming in the outdoor 50-meter pool. The 50-meter pool is set up with 17 lanes that are each 25 yards in length ("short course"). The lap pool temperature is maintained at 78°F year-round, but may vary with warmer weather. The water depth varies from three and a half to eight feet deep. Four of the 17 lanes are "shallow lanes" with depth between 3.5-4.5 feet deep.
Simpkins Family Swim Center offers both recreation and open swim times year-round in the Warm Water Pool. Open swim times allow for unstructured use of our warm water pool, and are perfect for families looking to bring children to swim as well as adults looking to exercise, relax, or participate in self-guided water therapy. Recreation Swim times are ideal for folks of all ages looking to enjoy some fun in the pool. Rec Swim includes the Warm Water Pool and Splash/Spray zone year-round, and expands to include portions of the 50m pool and waterslide during the Spring and Summer months.
Simpkins Family Swim Center offers year-round group, private, and semi-private swim lessons for students of all ages and abilities! Staff & private instructors work with each student to personalize lessons and develop proper swim technique!
Simpkins Family Swim Centers offers many opportunities for kids ages 5 to 16 to participate in a variety of aquatic camps including Junior Lifeguards and Little Guards! Our goal is to provide programming that is safe, high-quality, and FUN!
Interested in taking a class, developing your swim technique, drop-in water polo or exploring new aquatic activities? Simpkins Family Swim Center offers various programs for swimmers of all ages and abilities!
Participate in an organized lap swim workout aimed at increasing muscular strength, aerobic endurance, stroke technique and build overall fitness! Qualified coaches offer in-depth analysis and feedback on your stroke and help direct you to a lane with swimmers of similar ability and experience. Workouts are scheduled to be 90 minutes long, but may be modified based on your experience and fitness goals!
Water aerobics classes provide high intensity workouts and are an excellent way to meet your fitness goals with less impact on your joints! Classes are designed to appeal to all levels of ability including prenatal, seniors, and rehabilitation or cross-training enthusiasts.
Join other adult water polo players for pick-up games at Simpkins Family Swim Center! To participate, you must be a USA Water Polo member. Use your Simpkins Family Swim Center pass or pay cash for admission to the pool.
Whether you’re looking to book a private pool party for a child's birthday or to celebrate with family, we have you covered. Simpkins Family Swim Center is available for your special use! You can reserve a portion, or all of the swim center pools for exclusive use!
The Red Cross Lifeguarding course provides entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide professional-level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illnesses until more advanced personnel take over. Participants will receive 2-year certification in (pool-only) Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR/AED for professional rescuers.
Join our team of certified Lifeguards and Head Lifeguards!
(831) 454-7960
Monday – Friday 6:00 AM to 7:45 PM, except holidays
swimcenter@scparks.com
Our physical office is open, but staff availability is limited.