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

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The Santa Monica Swim Center will be open Cesar Chavez Day Monday March 30th from 5:30am-12:30pm for lap swim and recreational swimming from 10:00am - 12:15pm. No same day call in reservations for lap swim that day.

Spring Break Alert!

The Santa Monica Swim Center is extending special recreational hours this Spring Break!

Don't miss out on this chance to make a splash! Bring your friends, family, and sunscreen for a fun-filled day!

Location: Santa Monica Swim Center

🚨 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 January 30th 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%.

Santa Monica Swim Center Spring Hours Begin Tuesday February 17th.

A dynamic program designed for novice youth players eager to learn the sport in a fun, supportive environment.
* Santa Monica High School: 60 Olympic Blvd. Santa Monica, CA 90401
* March 7th - May 16th
* Ages 8 - 12 years old 2:30pm - 3:30pm
* Ages 13 - 15 years old 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity! Register Here!

The Santa Monica Swim Center will be closed Monday February 16th in observance of Presidents Day.

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 February 27, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Saturday March 7, 2026 9:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday March 8, 2026 9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday March 14, 2026 9:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday March 15, 2026 9:00am - 5:00pm

Mark your calendars! Priority resident registration: Online Wednesday January 28 (6am) through Tuesday February 3 Non-resident and in person registration: Beginning Wednesday February 4 (6am). Registration continues throughout the season. Visit smgov.net/reserve to register. 

🚨 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 January 30th 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 20026 Lap Swim Hours from Monday January 5 - February 15,2026

Gate closes 30 minutes before pool closes.
Monday - Thursday: Morning at 12:00 pm Evening at 7:30pm
Friday: Morning at 12:00 pm Evening at 6:30pm Saturday and Sunday at 4:30pm

Times subject to change

Click Here for winter 2026 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.

The Splash Pool and deck showers will be closed for planned maintenance January 28–30 due to circulation pump repairs and deck resurfacing work. The Splash Pool is expected to reopen on Saturday, January 31, 2026. All other Swim Center amenities remain open.

The Santa Monica Swim Center will be closed Monday January 19th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

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 16, 2026 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm Pre-course
Saturday, January 24, 2026 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sunday, January 25, 2026 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday, January 31, 2026 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sunday, February 1, 2026 8:30 am - 5:30 pm

December 15, 2025 – January 4, 2026

The Santa Monica Swim Center will undergo its Annual Preventative Maintenance Closure from Monday, December 15, 2025, through Sunday, January 4, 2026.

This year, we are planning extensive repairs on the Fitness Pool Deck, including replacement of the pool grates and concrete reinforcement as part of our winter maintenance. While we anticipate adhering to the scheduled reopening date, unforeseen issues may arise once repairs are underway. In the event that additional work is required, the closure period may be extended.

For the most up-to-date information on the closure timeline and project status, we encourage all patrons to visit the Santa Monica Swim Center website, where updates will be posted throughout the maintenance period.

During the closure, lap swimming will be available at the Santa Monica High School Pool from Saturday, December 20, 2025, through Sunday, January 4, 2026.

📍 601 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401

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

Sunday November 16th Last day of Recreational Swimming and diving boards.

Attention! Water Aerobics schedule Update for Fall 2025!
Fall classes cancelled due to special events and holidays on:
Tuesday November 11th 6pm Shallow Cancelled
Thursday November 27th 6pm Deep Thanksgiving Day

Center - November Schedule Updates:

• Thursday November 27th Facility Closed Thanksgiving Break

• Friday November 28th Facility Closed Thanksgiving Break