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Our aquatic programs are designed to serve the whole community, with inclusive swim lessons for all ages and abilities, engaging fitness opportunities for active lifestyles, and dedicated lap swim times. We also proudly collaborate with local partner organizations to coordinate shared use of our aquatic facilities.

Announcements

International Swim Center

For updates on the closure of the International Swim Center, visit the ISC Update page.

Lap Swim

In order to participate in our lap swim program, you must be 13 years or older and have a valid Activity Pass or a Senior Center Premium Membership.

Did you know that the Senior Center Premium Membership includes access to lap swim sessions? If you're age 50 or older, take advantage of this exclusive benefit and stay active at the Senior Center Natatorium!

Schedule

Winter & Spring 2026 Lap Swim Schedule
Mary Gomez Swim Center		Senior Center Natatorium
Sunday	8 a.m. - 12 p.m.	Closed
Monday	10 a.m. - 2 p.m.	8 a.m. - 1 p.m. & 4 - 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday	10 a.m. - 2 p.m. & 5 - 7 p.m.	8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Wednesday	Closed for maintenance	8 a.m. - 1 p.m. & 4 - 6:30 p.m.
Thursday	10 a.m. - 2 p.m. & 5 - 7 p.m.	8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Friday	10 a.m. - 2 p.m.	Closed
Saturday	Closed	8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Closure Dates for 2026

The City of Santa Clara will not be offering Lap Swim on the following days.

January 19 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day
February 16 - President's Day
April 3 - City Holiday
May 25 - Memorial Day
July 3 - Independence Day
September 7 - Labor Day
September 9 - Admission's Day
October 12 - Indigenous Peoples' Day
November 11 - Veterans Day
November 26 & 27 - Thanksgiving Holiday
December 24 & 25 - Christmas Holiday
January 1 - New Year

Rates and Passes

Activity Passes

Lap Swim Pass Options	Resident Rate	Non-Resident Rate
1 Activity Pass	$11	$11
5 Activity Passes	$35	$45
10 Activity Passes	$70	$90
20 Activity Passes	$140	$180

For more information on how to buy an Activity Pass, visit Active Net Memberships.

After buying your pass, email a photo of yourself to prcustomerserve@santaclaraca.gov. Once the photo is received staff will print a membership card for you to pick-up at the Community Recreation Center.

Please note, Activity Passes require a new card. Old Lap Swim cards expire after last use.

Senior Center Premium Membership

Requirements:

You must live in the City of Santa Clara and be at least 50 years old.
A photo ID and 1-2 forms of proof of residency that include a City of Santa Clara address (i.e. utility bill, car registration, etc.)

For more information about Senior Center Premium Memberships call 408-615-3170 or email custservsrcenter@santaclaraca.gov.

Emailing List

If you would like to be notified of upcoming aquatic closures and program updates, send an email to santaclaraaquatics@santaclaraca.gov. You must have a valid activity pass or a senior center membership in order to be added to the list.

Recreation Swim

Recreation swim will return June 2026.

Rates & Passes

Passes may be purchased at santaclaraca.gov/signup.

Daily Pass Options	Resident Rate	Non-Resident Rate
Youth (1-17 yrs)	$5	$6
Adult (18+ yrs)	$6	$8
Season Pass (Recreation Swim Only)	Resident Rate	Non-Resident Rate
Youth (1-17 yrs)	$77	$96
Adult (18+ yrs)	$84	$105
Family (up to 4) 2 adults and their children, under age 18	$160	$200
*Add-on Child to Family Pass	$25	$31

*Add-on child to Family Pass can be purchased by calling or visiting the Community Recreation Center.

Swim Programs

Swim Lessons will be back for Spring and Summer of 2026!

Youth Swim Lessons

The City of Santa Clara will be offering group lessons and private lessons for children. Please view our swim level description below to learn what class suits your child best based on their swim level skills. Youth Swim Lessons Level Descriptions (PDF)

Adult Swim Lessons

The City of Santa Clara will be offering private lessons for adults in the Spring and Summer season.

Water Exercise

Senior Center is now open for Water Exercise classes. Register for Water Exercise classes.

Lifeguard Certification

The City of Santa Clara is now offering Lifeguarding classes for Winter 2026.

Participants must be at least 15 years old to register for the course.

Registration for classes may be done online, in person at the Community Recreation Center, or by calling 408-615-3140.

For questions about getting certified and working as a lifeguard contact Aldo Hatch at ahatch@santaclaraca.gov or by calling 408-615-3160.

Competitive Aquatic Teams

Santa Clara Swim Club (SCSC)

For over 70 years, Santa Clara Swim Club has been committed to the pursuit of saving lives, building community, developing athletes, and providing healthy alternatives to the members and community it serves. We offer learn to swim, pre-competitive, adaptive, competitive, and masters programs. No matter your age or goals, SCSC has a program for you!

For more information, visit Santa Clara Swim Club.
For competitive/masters, email jcorrigan@santaclaraswimclub.org
Santa Clara Diving Club (SCD)

The club takes pride in offering the sport of diving to all skill levels. Programs range from beginner recreation classes to Junior Olympic competitive team.

For more information, email Todd Spohn at coachtodd@santaclaradiving.com

Santa Clara Artistic Swimming Club (Aquamaids)

Over the past 60 years, the club has introduced young athletes to the amazing sport of artistic swimming. They offer beginner summer camps, recreational teams, and competitive programs leading to preparing swimmers for the National Team.

For more information, email info@aquamaids.org or visit santaclaraartisticswimming.org.

List of Santa Clara Aquatic Facilities

Swim Safety Protocols

Swim Safety Protocols
General	Appropriate etiquette and behavior are required at all times. Persons under the influence of drugs or alcohol will be asked to leave the facility immediately. Pictures and videos are restricted to City staff only. City of Santa Clara staff have the final authority over facility rules. The City of Santa Clara is not responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged belongings. We ask swimmers to please report any unsafe etiquette or behavior to City staff.
Lap Swim	Swimmers must share lanes and be courteous to each other. Swimmers will enter lanes appropriate to their swim speed/level. City staff have the right to move swimmers depending on their speed and the speed of other swimmers. Lap swim patrons must ask City staff for assistance if a swimmer needs to be moved to their appropriate level. Swimmers are required to "circle swim" when there are two or more participants in the lane. Swimmers must alert person(s) swimming in the same lane prior to entering. There is no time restriction on swimming. No lane reservations. Must be 13+ to participate in lap swim. Swimmers between the ages of 13-17 must be accompanied by someone who is 18+. Swimming lessons are not allowed during lap swim. Kickboards, pull buoys, swim paddles, and training swim fins (except for snorkeling/scuba fins) are allowed to use during lap swim. Swimmers may pass each other at the wall and move to the side.
Recreation Swim	Pool sites will only accept credit and debit cards, youth resident passes, senior center premium passes, season passes and family passes for Recreation Swim. Pool sites do accept Apple Pay and other forms of electronic payments. Pool sites will not accept cash or checks. All individuals entering the pool, whether swimming or not, will be required to pay. Swimmers may not enter the pool without a lifeguard on duty. All swimmers must wear proper swim attire. Children 3 and under, or anyone not toilet trained, must always wear a swim diaper. Children ages 10 and under must be directly supervised by a person at least 18 years of age. Participants ages 14 and under must pass a swim test to enter the deep end. If participants are not able to pass the swim test, they may request a lifejacket. Flotation devices are not allowed except for coast guard approved lifejackets that have been inspected by City lifeguards. Coast Guard approved lifejackets are available for free upon request. Pool sites do not allow any type of pool toys or pool inflatables. Groups of 12 or more must make reservations at least 48 hours in advance. Please complete the Group Swim Request Form (PDF) and email to: ahatch@santaclaraca.gov to request a reservation.

Phone: 408-615-3140
prcustomerserve@santaclaraca.gov

Last Updated:

03-11-2026