The Santa Monica Swim Center will be closed all day on Saturday, September 20th and Sunday September 21st due to Team Santa Monica Swim Meet.

Attention! Water Aerobics schedule Update for Fall 2025!
Fall classes cancelled due to special events and holidays on:
Saturday August 30th 10am Deep Cancelled due to Event
Monday September 1st 10am Deep Labor Day
Saturday September 20th 9am Deep and 10am Shallow Cancelled Event
Saturday October 18th 10am Shallow Cancelled Event
Tuesday November 11th 6pm Shallow Cancelled
Thursday November 27th 6pm Deep Thanksgiving Day

Santa Monica Swim Center Fall Hours Begin Monday August 25th.
Click Here for Fall 2025 Hours!

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

The Santa Monica Swim Center will be open Labor Day Monday September 1st from 10:00am-2:00pm for lap swim and recreational swimming. No same day call in reservations for lap swim that day.

Reduced lap swim lanes starting Friday August 15th. Reduced lap swim lanes Monday, Wednesday, Friday 5:30am - 8:00am and Monday-Friday 12:00pm - 3:00pm. Diving boards and deep end rec area closed Monday through Friday.

Santa Monica Swim Center Summer Hours Begin Saturday June 14th.
Click Here for Summer 2025 Hours!

Attention Water Aerobics Participants!
Please take note of our NEW CLASS TIME for water aerobics!
We’re excited to continue keeping you moving and refreshed—just at a new time. Make sure to update your schedules and join us!
Stay tuned for the exact details or feel free to message us if you have any questions. See you in the pool!

The Santa Monica Swim Center will be open Independence Day Friday, July 4th from 10:00am-2:00pm for lap swim and recreational swimming. No same day call in reservations for lap swim that day.

Everyone is invited to the State of the City on Thursday, July 17, 4–7 p.m. 🎉
📍 Christine Emerson Reed Park & Miles Memorial Playhouse
🎤 Live performances
🍻 Beer garden by Santa Monica Brew Works
🎨 Activities, giveaways booths and more
🏛️ Meet the Mayor & new City Manager at the opening reception
Bring a picnic, your beach chair, and your community spirit!
Free + open to all.

🔗 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/state-of-the-city-a-celebration-of-resilience-and-growth-tickets-1388453233999 #SantaMonica150

Join us for a summer of fun filled nights with Family Splash Nights on July 18th & August 8th from 4:00pm - 7:00pm!

Sharks Swim Meet will take place on Sunday July 20th Fitness Pool - No Lap Swim from 11:00am - 12:30pm and Limited Lanes 12:30pm - 5:00pm.

Santa Monica Swim Center will be open 10:00am - 2:00pm on Thursday, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth. We will resume normal hours the following day.

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

Due to staff training the Swim Center will be closing at 12:00 pm on Sunday, June 8th.
Our gates will close to the public at 11:30am. We will resume our normal schedule on Monday, June 9th.

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 open Memorial Day Monday May 26th from 10:00am-2:00pm for lap swim and recreational swimming. No same day call in reservations for lap swim that day.

May is National Water Safety Month, and the City of Santa Monica is diving in headfirst! From lifeguard outreach to hands-on demos, we’re turning water safety awareness into action all month long—and you’re invited to be part of it.

Click here more information on how you can be part of it!

🚨 Why It Matters

Every year, thousands of preventable drownings occur. National Water Safety Month—powered by leading organizations like the American Red Cross and Pool & Hot Tub Alliance—is about saving lives through education, outreach, and access. Santa Monica Aquatics is proud to lead that mission right here in our own community.

Take The Safe Swimmer Pledge!

#BeWaterAware & Take the Safe Swimmer’s Pledge

Research shows that we're more successful at meeting goals when we join forces with others. Join the movement to reinforce the importance of water safety. Take the pledge, spread the message, and become an advocate in your community today.

“I’m a Safe Swimmer” Pledge:
I pledge to never swim alone.
I pledge to never play or swim near drains or suction fittings.
I pledge to always jump in feet first.
I pledge to obey the pool rules.

For a reminder of your pledge, download the Safe Swimmer Certificate.

🫶 Let’s make a splash for safety—all month long.

👉 Follow along for updates, event coverage, and safety tips throughout May.

📸 Share your moments with us: #SMWaterSafe #NationalWaterSafetyMonth #SMSC #ACBH #SantaMonicaAquatics #BeWaterAware

🚨 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 May 9th 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%.

The Santa Monica Swim Center Fitness Pool will have limited lanes Sunday April 27th due to Swim Meet from 9am - 4pm. Check website for hours. Come cheer the team on!