Address

1 East Richmond Avenue
Richmond, CA 94801
510-620-6820

Contact 
Paula Cooper-Tipton, Aquatics Coordinator
paula_cooper-tipton@ci.richmond.ca.us 
510-620-6831
 or
Community Services Department
510-620-6793
registration@ci.richmond.ca.us 

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POOLS ARE CLOSED   

Due to the directive issued by the State of California, Contra Costa County and the City of Richmond regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19), our department will be closed until further notice. Please note that during this time e-mail and voicemail sent to staff will be checked intermittently.

Although outdoor pools are allowed to open, our pools are indoors and are therefore not allowed to open yet. Contra Costa County is in the State's "Red" tier due to high Covid testing rates. Once we are moved into the "Orange" tier, the county health department will consider opening indoor pools. When they make that decision, we will update this website and post our opening date - it will likely be about 2 weeks after we receive notice, so we have time to check which of our furloughed staff are available to work, provide virtual and in-person training on new rescue techniques and new operational procedures.  

If you would like to receive email updates about City of Richmond pools, please email your first and last name to Richmond_Plunge@ci.richmond.ca.us 

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Pool Rules
Please read and become familiar with the pool rules before your first visit to be sure you are prepared. If you have any questions, please ask our staff.

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POOL SCHEDULE & PROGRAMS

The following is for informational purposes to get an idea of what is to come when we open. THIS IS NOT FOR CURRENT POOL USE, AS THE POOLS ARE NOT OPEN YET.  

• Pool Schedule - this is the schedule we expect to offer when we reopen
• Main Guidelines for Post-Covid Swimming - basic information you will need to know for swimming at City of Richmond Pools
• Plunge SHALLOW "Lane Map"- information about each lane so you can select a lane that is appropriate for your use.
• Plunge DEEP "Lane Map"- information about each lane so you can select a lane that is appropriate for your use.

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We hire LIFEGUARDS year-round! 

Certified Lifeguards can APPLY ONLINE now

LIFEGUARD CLASS - next class date TBA

Lifeguard Training Course provides American Red Cross certification to participants who pass the written and practical portions of the course. Lifeguard Training is provided throughout the year, with our main goal of training new Lifeguards who want to apply to work at our pools.

Please email paula_cooper-tipton@ci.richmond.ca.us if you would like more information, of if you would like to be alerted when the next course is scheduled. 

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SWIM LESSONS

The next session is planned for Spring 2021

Our normal swim lesson calendar includes 

• Saturday sessions at Richmond Swim Center (January-October)
• Weekday evening sessions (Mon-Thur) at Richmond Plunge (June-August).  

Little Splashers Class

Please check for updates in February 2021

Class Description:
Join the fun and learning with this in-water Parent/Child class.This class is specifically for tots who are 6 months-4 years old. Advanced registration required. 

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To Register for any Aquatics Program or Class:
Visit the Recreation Complex Registration office - Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:00pm
3230 Macdonald Ave
Richmond, CA 94804
or Register online

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FAMILY RECREATION SWIM

There will be no immediate plans for Recreation Swim sessions during our initial phase of reopening

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Swim Wear Required:

For safety and pool maintenance reasons, please be advised that all swimmers are expected to wear appropriate swim attire (swim suits). Rash guards & synthetic swim shirts may be worn, but no cotton t-shirts/tanks, street clothes, etc. 
All babies and toddlers 4 & under must wear a swim diaper (no regular diapers).