The Santa Monica Swim Center will be closed Monday March 31st in observance of Cesar Chavez Day.

Are you passionate about water safety and teaching others to swim? Want to be part of something big? Join the City of Santa Monica Community Aquatics team! We're currently seeking enthusiastic and skilled individuals to fill roles as Lifeguards and Swim Instructors. Apply today and become part of our mission to promote water safety and lifelong enjoyment of swimming! Apply today! Swim Instructor/Pool Lifeguard (As-Needed) | Job Details tab | Career Pages

Santa Monica Swim Center Summer Hours Begin Saturday June 15th.
Click Here for Spring 2025 Hours!

🚨 Ready to become a certified swim instructor?
🌊 Dive into our Water Safety Instructor (WSI) course at the Santa Monica Swim Center!
👥 For ages 16+, this course combines online learning with hands-on instruction, perfect for those looking to teach swimming skills.
🗓️ Classes start March 21st don’t miss out!

Register now: smgov.net/reserve

👉 Must be 16+, swim 25 yards of various strokes, and pass all written and in water skills tests with at least 80%.

🚨 Announcement 🚨

Please note that Deep Water Aerobics will be cancelled on Saturday, March 15th due to the SMC Swim Meet. We apologize for any inconvenience and hope to see you at our next session! 💦

Thank you for your understanding! 😊

The Santa Monica Swim Center Fitness Pool will be closed Saturday March 15th due to Santa Monica College Swim Meet. Check website for hours. Come cheer the team on!

Due to staff training the Swim Center will be closing at 12 pm on Sunday, March 9th.
Our gates will close to the public at 11:30 am. We will resume our normal schedule on Monday, March 10th.

Dive into a rewarding opportunity! Want to become a certified lifeguard ? Join our upcoming lifeguard class and gain the skills to save lives. Don't miss out on this chance to become a hero by the water. Sign up now! Click Here to Register

Dates & Times:
Friday, March 7, 2025 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm Pre-course
Saturday, March 15, 2025 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sunday, March 16, 2025 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday, March 22, 2025 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sunday, March 23, 2025 8:30 am - 5:30 pm

Mark your calendars! Priority resident registration: Online Wednesday January 22 (6am) through Tuesday January 28 Non-resident registration: Beginning Wednesday January 29 (6am). Registration continues throughout the season. Visit smgov.net/reserve to register. 

The Santa Monica Swim Center will be closed Monday February 17th in observance of Presidents Day.

🚨 Ready to become a certified swim instructor?
🌊 Dive into our Water Safety Instructor (WSI) course at the Santa Monica Swim Center!
👥 For ages 16+, this course combines online learning with hands-on instruction, perfect for those looking to teach swimming skills.
🗓️ Classes start February 7th—don’t miss out!

Register now: smgov.net/reserve

👉 Must be 16+, swim 25 yards of various strokes, and pass all written and in water skills tests with at least 80%.

Winter 20025 Lap Swim Hours from Monday January 6 - February 16,2025

Gate closes 30 minutes before pool closes.
Monday - Thursday: Morning at 12:00 pm Evening at 6:30pm
Friday: Morning at 12:00 pm Evening at 6:30pm Saturday and Sunday at 4:30pm

Times subject to change

Click Here for winter 2025 lap hours

Afternoon and Evening Swimming:
Afternoon lap lanes are limited Monday - Friday between 3:00-6:00 PM for youth
focused programming. Reservations strongly encouraged.

Dive into a rewarding opportunity! Want to become a certified lifeguard ? Join our upcoming lifeguard class and gain the skills to save lives. Don't miss out on this chance to become a hero by the water. Sign up now! Click Here to Register

Dates & Times:
Friday, January 17, 2025 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm Pre-course
Saturday, January 25, 2025 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sunday, January 26, 2025 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday, February 1, 2025 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sunday, February 2, 2025 8:30 am - 5:30 pm

The Santa Monica Swim Center will be closed Monday January 20th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Dive into Lap Swimming at SamoHi Pool during the SMSC Maintenance Closure!

While Santa Monica Swim Center undergoes preventative maintenance, we're excited to offer you an alternative for your lap swimming at the SamoHi Pool! Water temperature averages 80 - 82 degrees.

Times subject to change:

Friday December 27, 2024 10:00am - 3:00pm
Saturday December 28,2024 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Sunday December 29, 2024 9:00am - 2:00pm
Monday December 30, 2024 10:00am - 3:00pm
Thursday January 2,2025 10:00am - 3:00pm
Friday January 3, 2025 10:00am - 3:00pm
Saturday January 4,2025 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Sunday January 5, 2025 9:00am - 2:00pm

The Santa Monica Swim Center will be temporarily closed for our annual Winter Maintenance Closure beginning Saturday, December 14, 2024, through Sunday, January 5th, 2025. During this time, we will be performing necessary repairs and improvements to maintain the quality and safety of our facility.

Here’s what our guests can expect to take place during the closure:

·         Maintenance and repairs on all boilers

·         Resealing the chlorine and acid vat floors in the chemical room

·         Continuation of painting on awnings and columns

·         Tile replacement and repair around the perimeter of both pools

·         Preventative maintenance on pool pumps, machinery, and equipment

·         Deep cleaning of the entire facility, including deck drains and locker room fixtures

·         Electrical inspections and maintenance of all outlets and lights around the facility

The Swim Center will reopen on Monday, January 6th, 2025. We look forward to welcoming you back to a refreshed and well-maintained facility!

We appreciate your understanding and patience as we work to enhance your swimming experience.

Beginning Monday, August 26th, the Santa Monica Swim Center will have new operational hours for the fall season. Please click here for the new fall 2024 hours

Facility will be closed on Thursday, November 28th and Friday November 29th in observance of Thanksgiving. We will be open on Saturday November 30th at our scheduled time.

Last day of recreational swimming for the season at the Swim Center will be Sunday November 17th until Spring 2025.

Sharks Swim Meet will take place on Sunday November 17th from 12:00pm - 5:00pm. Fitness Pool will have limited lap lanes 12:00pm 4:00pm. No lanes from 4:00pm - 5:00pm.