SLO Swim Center

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Welcome to the SLO Swim Center!

The SLO Swim Center, open year-round, features an outdoor 50-meter by 25-yard Main Pool and Therapy/Tot Pool. With temperature controls keeping the Main Pool water between 78 and 82 degrees and the Therapy/Tot Pool between 88 and 92 degrees.

Contact Information:

SLO Swim Center: (805) 781-7288
Information: (805) 781-7284

Address: 902 Southwood, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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A thumbnail image of the upcoming SLO Swim Center Pictures with Surfer Santa event

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Classes, Events, & Lessons

Hours
Current Pricing
Summer Pricing

2024 Fall Pool Schedule: August 26 - December 1

Pool hours and programs are subject to change due to limited staff availability. We appreciate your patience as we continue to recover from a national lifeguard shortage.

2024 Pool Closures

Standard Swim Activities

Lap Swimming

Monday – Sunday

The lap swim program may be utilized for several types of aquatics activities including swimming, walking, physical wellness, aqua jogging, triathlon training, or working one-on-one with children.

AM Lap Swim is configured in the 50-meter length on Monday – Friday. Afternoon and PM Lap Swim is configured in the 25-yard length. When there are more than 2 guests in a lane, please use a circle swimming pattern to exercise.

Therapy Pool

The therapy pool may be utilized for several types of aquatics activities including recreational swimming, walking, physical wellness, or working one-on-one with children.

The deep portion of the therapy pool is reserved for adult use only from 11:30 a.m. – 1:20 p.m.

On Tuesday and Thursday from 12:40 – 1:30 p.m., an Aqua Pilates class will be held in the deep section of the therapy pool.

Family Recreational Swim

Family Recreational Swimming allows for swimming, diving, or playing and makes for a great opportunity to have a family outing or a party. The main pool, therapy pool, the diving boards are available for use and a few lanes will be open for adult lap swimmers.

Evening Family Rec Swim will be held in the therapy pool and may be utilized for several types of aquatics activities.

Aqua Aerobics

Aqua Aerobics is a guided workout designed to combine aerobic conditioning with strength training, muscular endurance, and flexibility. The class structure and routine maybe adapted to individual needs with the assistance of the instructors.

Aqua Pilates

Aqua Pilates is an introduction to core-centered (abdominal muscles and Lower back) poses and positions that help with posture, balance, and flexibility. All the movements are based on the principles of concentration, control, fluid movements, precise breathing, and strengthening of the torso. Participants are led through a progressive routine that continues to challenge them as they increase their strength and flexibility.

The 12:40 p.m. class is conducted in the deep end of the therapy pool.

Deep Water Exercise

Deep Water Exercise is a high energy, no impact, fun fitness class in which you perform a range of aerobic moves. The class will emphasize on cardiovascular endurance, muscle strength, flexibility, range of motion, and core strengthening.

The 12:40 p.m. class is conducted in the deep end of the main pool.

Warm Water Exercise

Warm Water Exercise is held in the therapy pool. Participants are led through a series of exercises designed to increase range of motion and flexibility. This class is great for adults on any age, including recovering injuries and/or arthritic conditions who can participate in a fitness program without assistance.

Participants will need to purchase a Warm Water Exercise 10 visit pass for $53.75. Warm Water Exercise passes must be purchased during open office hours.

Facility Information & Rules

We're glad you've made it to the SLO Swim Center! Upon entry and use of the SLO Swim Center, all participants will be required to review and sign the City Assumption of Risk, Wavier, and Release of Liability for the SLO Swim Center.

¡Estamos alegres que usted ha venido al Centro de Natación de SLO! A la entrada y al uso del Centro de Natación de SLO, necesitaremos a todos los participantes repasar y firmar la Asunción de Riesgo, Renuncia, y Liberación de Responsabilidad para el Centro de Natación SLO.

Get a preview of our facility! You can see pictures of the SLO Swim Center on the Facility page.

General SLO Swim Center Pool & Facility Rules

For guest safety, everyone must obey the rules and direction of aquatic facility staff.
No guest may enter the water without a SLO Swim Center Lifeguard on duty.
Children over the age of 4 must use the appropriate bathhouse or see SLO Swim Center facility staff for alternative arrangements.
All guests who enter the SLO Swim Center during public swim hours are required to pay the entrance fee or have a current swim pass.
Children under the age of 10 must be actively supervised by an adult 18 years of age or older. All non-independent or non-swimming children must be within arm’s reach of an adult that is 18 years of age or older. The expected adult to child supervision ratio is 1:2.
Swim diapers are required for all diapered guests.
Proper swim attire is required for those entering the pool. Cutoff jeans, t-shirts, or loose clothing are prohibited. Please speak to Aquatic Staff for clarification.
Only U.S. Coast Guard approved life jackets are permitted. No other floatation devices are permitted at the SLO Swim Center.
The following are not permitted at the SLO Swim Center:

Running on the pool deck
Guests using breath holding techniques
Horseplay, sitting on shoulders, or throwing of guests
Hanging, sliding, or diving from ladders, stairs, or pool lane lines
Backwards jumps, entries, or flips into the water
Animals or pets with the exception of service animals
Animals entering the water at any time
Being under the influence and/or possession of drugs, alcohol, or smoking or smokeless tobacco products, including electronic cigarettes or vaporizers
Items or actions deemed dangerous to guest or staff safety
Glass containers, gum, and sunflower seeds
Metal hair clips or pins
Oil-based tanning products
Open sore(s) and/or cut(s)
Abusive language or profanity
Photography, videos, or visible cell phones in the men’s or women’s changing rooms
Excessive displays of public affection

Fitness equipment such as masks, fins, snorkels, bar bells, pool buoys, and pool noodles are allowed only if used for their intended purpose and may be used for lap swimming or fitness exercise. Fins and snorkels are not permitted in the small pool or recreation swim areas of the Olympic pool.
Diving is permitted in designated areas only. The diving boards are open during supervised diving programs and recreational swim.
The SLO Swim Center may be closed without notice at the discretion of the City of San Luis Obispo.
The City of San Luis Obispo and its staff are not responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged items.
The City reserves the right to refuse and/or revoke admittance as a safety precaution to protect all patrons and City staff.

Guests currently suffering from active diarrhea or who have had diarrhea within the previous 14 days should not enter the pool water.

Amenities

Apply to be a Lifeguard

Lifeguarding Participant Manual

FAQ Box

What is the temperature of the Pool? What are the dimensions?

The Sinsheimer Pool is kept at 80 degrees Fahrenheit and the Therapy Pool at 88F. The main pool is 50 meters long and 25 yards wide. It takes 9 laps lengthwise to complete a half mile or 18 laps for a mile.
How can I get a reduced fee for childcare or swim classes?

We have limited fee reduction credits, based on need, available on a first-come, first-served basis. We start accepting applications for fee credits May 1 for the upcoming fiscal year starting July 1 through June 30. Applications can be picked up at the Parks and Recreation Office.
How do I find out about how the chemical system works at the pool?

Please visit our Swim Center Maintenance page.

More FAQs

See an entire list of the SLO Swim Center's FAQs

Providing inclusive access to the SLO Swim Center’s aquatics programs and services for every guest is a key mission for the City of San Luis Obispo. If you or a family member requires accommodations, please call the SLO Swim Center at (805) 781-7288 and ask to speak with the Aquatics Specialist or the Recreation Coordinator. The SLO Swim Center will make every effort to reasonably accommodate the needs of each guest in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA). For more information, please read our Inclusion and Accommodation Requests.

The City of San Luis Obispo Parks and Recreation Department is committed to providing recreational opportunities to all ability levels. We welcome people with disabilities into our recreation programs through specialized programs and inclusion opportunities.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibits discrimination of for individuals with disabilities, if you need specialized assistance to participate in any City sponsored classes, events or activities, please contact the front desk staff (805-781-7300 & recreation@slocity.org). In order to best accommodate your individual needs, we ask that you let us know of any accommodations needed at the time of registration and or at least 48 hours in advance of any City sponsored program. For further information on accommodation requests contact the front desk staff at (805) 781-7300 & recreation@slocity.org. 711 California Relay Service (which is also capable of handling TTY calls) is also available. The 711 service is available for those calling from within California.

Events

Learn, Swim, Grow in the H2O
11/26/2024 11:00 AM - 1:20 PM
Pictures with Surfer Santa
12/14/2024 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Learn, Swim, Grow in the H2O
01/28/2025 11:00 AM - 1:20 PM
Learn, Swim, Grow in the H2O
02/25/2025 11:00 AM - 1:20 PM

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Program Partners

The SLO Swim Club Seahawks is a 503(c) non-profit organization committed to providing quality swimming programs to members of the San Luis Obispo community. Our mission is to provide all members with a safe and encouraging environment where they are empowered to develop as athletes through healthy competition, skill and fitness improvement, and personal growth guided by the Seahawk Team Values – Sportsmanship, Energy, Attitude, Health, Awareness, Work Ethic, and Kindness. As a year-round competitive swim team, we offer programs for swimmers of all ages 5+ and all ability levels (beyond learn-to-swim) through our USA Swimming Age-Group team and our USMS Masters team.

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