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.

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

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!

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

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.

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

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.

Mark your calendars! Priority resident registration: Online Wednesday August 7 (6am) through Tuesday August 13 Non-resident and in person registration: Beginning Wednesday August 14 (6am). Registration continues throughout the season. Visit smgov.net/reserve to register. 

Join us for a night of thrills and chills at the Santa Monica Swim Center! Dive into our Floating Pumpkin Patch, brave the Sharks Haunted House, and test your skills on the Floating Obstacle Course. Enjoy Spooky Flicks, arts & crafts, treats, and more. Don't miss out on this family-friendly event packed with fun activities, food trucks, and recreational swimming!
Ticket required for entry and are nonrefundable.

Ticket Prices:

• SM Resident: $10.00, Non-Resident: $15

• Family Rate (2 adults + 2 youth): SM Resident: $32.00, Non-Resident: $48.00

The Santa Monica Swim Center Fitness Pool will be closed 9:00am - 7:00pm on Friday October 25th due to Santa Monica College Water Polo tournament. Splash Pool Open 5:30am- 2pm. Check website for hours. Come cheer the team on!

The Santa Monica Swim Center Fitness Pool will be Open on Friday October 18th The Santa Monica College Water Polo games have been CANCELLED. Check website for hours. Come in for lap swimming!

The Santa Monica Swim Center Fitness Pool will be closed 3:00pm - 5:00pm on Wednesday October 23rd due to Santa Monica College Water Polo game. Check website for hours. Come cheer the team on!

The Santa Monica Swim Center Fitness Pool will be closed from 3:00pm - 5:00pm on Wednesday October 2nd due to Santa Monica College Water Polo Tournament. Limited lap lanes in Splash Pool, check website for lane availability. Come cheer the team on!

Due to staff training the Swim Center will be closing at 12 pm on Sunday, October 6th.
Our gates will close to the public at 11:30 am. We will resume our normal schedule on Monday, October 6th.

🚨 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 October 4th—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 from 9am - 11am and closed from 11am - 3pm on Friday September 27th due to Santa Monica College Water Polo Tournament. Check website for hours. Come cheer the team on!

The Santa Monica Swim Center will be closed all day on Saturday, September 21st and Sunday September 22nd due to Team Santa Monica Swim Meet.

The Santa Monica Swim Center Fitness Pool will have limited lanes from 9am - 11am and closed 11am - 3pm on Friday August 30th due to Santa Monica College Water Polo Tournament. Check website for hours. Come cheer the team on!

The Santa Monica Swim Center Fitness Pool will have limited lanes from 9am - 10am and closed 10am - 1:30pm on Saturday August 31st due to Santa Monica College Water Polo Tournament. Check website for hours. Come cheer the team on!

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