Here are are some helpful tips on staying safe at the beach this summer season!
American Red Cross beach Safety Tips

We are all in this together, stay informed with the City of Santa Monica's latest news. https://www.santamonica.gov/blog/a-time-for-engagement

While our pools are still closed please make sure to always practice water safety. Here are some tips on how to remain safe while at home.
https://www.redcross.org/…/water…/water-safety-for-kids.html

Summer programming and registration has been postponed until future notice. We are always here to answer any questions you may have. We hope to see you all soon and can't wait to get back in the water! 🏊‍♀️🏊‍♂️

Santa Monica’s COVID-19 local emergency has been extended to June 30, 2020. The Santa Monica Swim Center will remain closed until further notice. More information can be found at santamonica.gov/coronavirus-cancellations

Due to COVID-19, the City of Santa Monica’s springtime Community Recreation offerings as well as Aquatics, CREST camps, youth sports, and after school programming have been canceled and refunds will be issued. The refund process will begin on Thursday, April 9, 2020. Participants should expect to be refunded within 10 business days.

Questions?

For CREST, visit smgov.net/crest or call 310.458.8540

For Recreation, visit santamonica.gov/recscape or call 310.458.2239

For information related to COVID-19:

Daily Updates: santamonica.gov/coronavirus

Hotline Number: 310-458-8400 or info@santamonica.gov

Emergency alerts: santamonica.gov/alerts

City of Santa Monica newsletter: smgov.net/newsletter

Social media:

· Twitter - @santamonicacity

· Facebook/Instagram @cityofsantamonica

We are planning for a healthy, safe and fun summer! Join our team to make it happen! 🌞🏊‍♂️🏊‍♀️
Apply at www.smgov.net/hr

The City of Santa Monica has extended our local emergency and all orders until April 30.

We care about your health and safety, and we are working closely with the LA County Department of Public Safety to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Given the “Stay at Home” orders from California Governor Gavin Newsom, the City of Santa Monica is cancelling all aquatic programming, all public events and extending facility closures through April 30. This means that all closures, including City Hall and City facilities (including beach parking closures and impacts on City services) are effective until April 30.

For a full list of closures, cancellations and service changes, visit santamonica.gov/coronavirus-cancellations.

As a reminder, please STAY HOME, practice physical distancing of at least 6 feet, wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, and avoid touching your face with unwashed hands.

For local information, visit santamonica.gov/coronavirus. Sign up for daily updates at santamonica.gov/newsletter and emergency alerts by texting SMCOVID to 888-777. You can also follow Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. If you have additional questions, contact our COVID-19 hotline at info@santamonica.gov or 310-458-8400.

Official Public Health Information:

LA County Department of Public Health >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention >

Stay Active!

The City of Santa Monica cares about your health and safety. While the Swim Center is closed try some of these free online workouts to stay active! Please note that the City of Santa Monica does not endorse, collect payment on behalf of, or receive funds to advertise any of the third party sites or services listed or referenced on this page.

Free Workouts (Disclaimer: Individuals should consult their physician before starting any exercise program or changing their diet to limit risks of injury):

Darebee https://darebee.com

Fitness Blender https://www.fitnessblender.com

Free Fitness Apps (Disclaimer: Individuals should consult their physician before starting any exercise program or changing their diet to limit risks of injury):

Map my Fitness - https://www.mapmyfitness.com

7 minute workout- https://www.workoutinc.net

Freeletics- https://www.freeletics.com/en/

Nike Training Camp- https://www.nike.com/ntc-app

The City of Santa Monica cares about your health and safety.

We are working closely with the LA County Department of Public Health to monitor the novel corona virus. To prevent the spread of COVID-19, the City of Santa Monica is cancelling all Aquatic programming at the Santa Monica Swim Center effective immediately through March 31st.

We will follow up with refund information.

For more preventative steps and the latest Santa Monica-specific information about the novel coronavirus, visit santamonica.gov/coronavirus.

As a reminder, please stay home when sick, wash your hand often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, and avoid touching your face with unwashed hands.

To stay informed, sign up for Santa Monica news at santamonica.gov/newsletter and emergency alerts at www.santamonica.gov/alerts.

Click here for information from the CDC regarding Water Transmission and COVID-19

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/php/water.html

Hello Swimmers! This Sunday March 8th we will have limited lap lanes in the Fitness Pool from 9:00am-11:30am. Splash Pool will have lanes available during these times. See you Sunday!

Hello Recreational Swimmers! The Diving Boards will open later on Sunday March 8th at 11:30am instead of regular time, but join us in the Splash Pool for regular recreational hours!

Shallow Water Aerobics has been cancelled for tonight, Monday March 2nd from 7:00pm-8:00pm.

Sharks Swim Meet will take place on Sunday, February 23rd from 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Fitness pool will have limited lap lanes. There will be no recreational swimming in the Fitness Pool or diving boards during this time.

The Swim Center will be closed Monday February 17, 2020 in observance of Presidents’ Day.

Hello Swimmers. New hours starting Friday February 14th. The Swim Center will open 1:00pm - 3:00pm Splash Pool only. Also starting Wednesday February 12th on Mondays and Wednesday Swim Center is closed from 1:00pm - 3:00pm.

Become a Swim Instructor/Pool Lifeguard! Join our team! The City of Santa Monica is now hiring.
Apply online from now until Friday February 21st  https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/santamonica