Aquatics Programs
For schedules, fees and more information, visit our Seasons catalog.
Adult/Teen Learn to Swim Drop-In
This swim class is designed for adults who want to either learn or improve water skills under the guidance of a trained instructor. This drop-in class held at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center allows you to work on personal goals and progress at your own rate.
Adult Water Polo
Every Thursday night, the Aquatic Center will have a water polo course set up for open play. Bring your friends and pick your own teams (must be 18+ to participate).
Beginning Diving
This course teaches correct approaches and entries, as well as dives in the straight, pike, and tuck positions. Students need to be comfortable in deep water and have Level 4 completion skills, or higher, to enroll.
Competitive Stroke Instruction
For ages 6 to 15, this workout-type class will help students stay in swimming shape as well as improving abilities in all strokes, starts, turns and finishes. Each session provides an ideal way to stay in shape. Participants should be comfortable in deep water and capable of swimming 25 yards comfortably in order to enroll in this class.
Lap Swim
Swim your way to a healthier lifestyle! The Santa Clarita Aquatic Center offers a wide variety of lap swim hours. Children, ages 8-14, who wish to work-out must be comfortable in deep water and accompanied in the water by an adult when they swim.
Swim Lessons
American Red Cross swim lessons are offered for Levels 1 through 4. Please see the swim lessons flow chart to place your child in the appropriate level. Pre-registration is required online.
Underwater Hockey
Underwater Hockey is a low impact co-ed sport that encourages all to play and test their skills. The open play format requires no commitment, so beginners 16+ are encouraged to give it a try.
Water Exercise
A “stress-free environment” Water Exercise class will provide strength, muscle toning, and endurance building, promoting greater flexibility. Belts and dumbbells will be provided, or you may bring your own. Participants should be comfortable in deep water.
Water Volleyball
Join us Sunday mornings for Water Volleyball at the Valencia Community Center! The pool will be set up for water volleyball games in waist-to-chest deep water. Matches accommodate up to 10 players and are perfect for all skill levels (ages 13+). Enjoy a fun, active way to spend your morning. Note: Pre-registration is required
Summer Only Pre-Registration
Float N Flicks
Now playing at select City pools! Enjoy the movie on our big screens while you float in the pool or lounge on the deck in the “balcony section.” Pre-registration is recommended for the movies.
Recreational Swim
The City strives to make its pools a fun and safe place for your family to relax and cool off in the summer. Come enjoy the play features and water slide at the City’s Santa Clarita Aquatic Center. Please remember that active in-water supervision is required for all non-swimmers. Only Coast Guard-approved flotation devices are allowed in the pool. The Aquatic Center has a limited number of approved life jackets available for use. Pre-registration is required online.
Santa Clarita Junior Guards
Enjoy a fun and exciting training program designed to teach water safety, CPR, and basic first aid skills. Activities include swimming workouts, lifeguard shadowing, preventative lifeguarding, and competition. Physical fitness and development are balanced with self-esteem and camaraderie. This program provides an excellent opportunity for students to learn the duties and responsibilities of a lifeguard. The Summer Junior Lifeguard Program is offered for 4 hours per day, Monday through Thursday mornings for one, 5-week session at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center. Pre-registration is required online.
Santa Clarita Youth Recreational Teams
The City offers novice swim and dive teams for swimmers and divers ages 6-15. Practices take place Monday-Thursday, and competition meets are held throughout the season on Fridays and Saturdays. For more information, please visit the Youth Teams page.
Please refer to the current Seasons catalog for program schedules. For more information please call the Aquatic office at (661) 250-3740.