Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities

Pools and Aquatics

Overview

Our pools provide fun, safe, and quality aquatic programs for residents and visitors. Aquatic Centers and neighborhood pools offer water fun, double as water classrooms, and even provide summer jobs. Whether you’re looking for adult water exercise, youth swim teams or searching for a unique venue to host your next event, we offer affordable recreation and leisure opportunities for all.

Public Swim

Public swim is available starting Memorial Day weekend through August 31, 2026. Hours vary by location.

Passes are only valid during Public Swim hours at each facility.

See individual pool pages below for amenities and hours of operation.

Swim Lessons

Swim Lessons are offered in the Spring, Summer, and Fall seasons. Participants enrolled will be sorted by skill level on the first meeting date. Classes formed will not exceed 8 participants. Review the table below for a quick look at what skills your child should be able to perform at the different class levels.

LEVELS	REQUIREMENTS
Parent/Tot (6 months-3 years)	Parent/Guardian must be in water with child
Level 1 (3-6 years)	Comfortable in water without an adult and able to put face in water
Level 2 (4-8 years)	Submerge head underwater, complete assisted back and front floats and glides
Level 3 (5-9 years)	Kick on front and back, alternating arm and leg action, unassisted for four to five strokes
Level 4 (6-12 years)	Swims 10-15 yards freestyle and backstroke, comfortable in deep water
Level 5 (7-13 years)	Swims 25 yards freestyle, backstroke, elementary backstroke, and completes a kneeling dive
Pre-Teen Beginner (10-14 years)	Little to no swimming experience
Adult (15+)	Little to no swimming experience

Prices/Passes

Lap Swim

You can now enjoy lap swimming without the hassle of reserving a lane. Choose from two convenient options: check our lap swim schedule(PDF, 4MB) and simply drop in and pay at the pool.

Drop-In Fees

Adult (13-54 years)....................$5.00
Seniors (55+ years)...................$4.00
Youth (12 & under).....................$3.00

Seasonal Pass Fees

Sale Price (April 6-May 23):
Adult..........................$90
Senior........................$72
Youth.........................$45

Price Starting May 24:
Adult..........................$120
Senior........................$96
Youth.........................$60

The summer lap swim pass is valid from May 1 through July 31

Purchase online

Water Exercise

Drop-In Fees

Per Class............................$12.00

Pre-Register Here

Public Swim

Drop-In Fees

Tax included on all admissions

Infants (6 months and younger)...........FREE!
Youth (17 years & under).....................$3.00
Adults (18-54 years)............................$5.00
Seniors (55 years & older)...................$4.00

Seasonal Pass Fees

Sale Price (April 6-May 23):
Household (6 members*)...........$150
Individual....................................$45

Price Starting May 24:
Household (6 members*)...........$225
Individual....................................$56

*$25 to add an additional member during sale, $30 to add an additional member starting May 24.

Purchase Online

FlowRider

Admission Prices*:

*Includes General Pool Admission

Hourly Admission - Fence:
Youth (17 and under)................$12.00/hour
Adults (18 and older)................$16.00/hour

Hourly Admission - No Fence:
Saturdays only
Youth (17 and younger)............$14.00/hour
Adults (18 and older)................$22.00/hour

Flow League

Monthly......................................$120.00
Drop-in Per class......................$45.00

Flow Lessons
Resident.....................................$40.00
Non-resident..............................$48.00

Pool Rules

The policies, rules and regulations are in place for the comfort and safety of all guests. These rules are in addition to rules and regulations posted at each aquatic center. Please review these regulations when you visit any of our facilities.

Swimming Pool Rules

Obey lifeguards at all times
No loitering in the bathrooms/changing areas
Use of pool slides require swimming attire without rivets
Do not leave valuables unattended, the City of Mesa is not responsible for lost or stolen items
No glass containers or alcoholic beverages
Small coolers are allowed and are subject to inspection before entering the pool area
Food and beverages must remain in snack bar and/or grass area
Those who are not completely potty-trained MUST wear swim diapers
Swimsuits only in the pool, no denim or street clothes allowed in the water
Children under the age of 8 will be wrist banded for safety and lifeguard recognition
Parents/Guardians are responsible for their children, lifeguards are present to ensure safety and respond to emergency situations
Stay within arms-reach of those under 8 years old
Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied and attended by an adult or responsible teenager (16+)
At facilities where lockers are available, locks are not provided
Only U.S Coast Guard approved flotation devices are allowed, no arm floaties
No smoking or e-cigarettes/vaping allowed
Sunscreen is advised, no suntan oil
No swearing, intimidating or threats of any kind, physical or verbal violence will not be tolerated
Only service animals are allowed in the facility, no pets

Diving board and site specific amenity rules are posted at each facility.

Behavior Guidelines

Kindness, consideration, and courteous behavior is appreciated and expected
Unacceptable behavior may result in suspension
Unacceptable behavior includes but is not limited to:
- Verbal abuse
- Intimidation
- Criminal Damage
- Disorderly Conduct
- Profanity/Threats
- Harassment
- Under the influence of alcohol/illegal drugs
- Threatening or jeopardizing the health, safety and/or wellbeing of others

Aquatic Facilities

Brimhall Aquatic Complex

Located within the Franklin at Brimhall Elementary School property. South of Baseline, just west of Higley.

Carson Aquatic Complex

Located north of Carson Jr. High School on Westwood between University and Rio Salado.

Fremont Aquatic Complex

Located behind Fremont Jr. High. Just east of Power and South of Brown.

Kino Aquatic Center

Kino is located next to Kino Jr. High School on Horne, just south of Brown.

Mesa Aquatic Complex

Located just south of Mesa High School, north on the northeast corner of Southern and Harris.

Rhodes Aquatic Complex / FlowRider

Located behind Rhodes Jr. High School, just north of Baseline on Longmore

Shepherd Aquatic Complex

Located just north of Shepherd Jr. High. North of Brown on Alta Mesa Drive

Skyline Aquatic Center

Located at Skyline High School. North of Southern on Crismon.

Stapley Aquatic Complex

Located in the back of Stapley Jr. High. South of McDowell on the Northeast corner of 32nd Street and Hermosa Vista Drive.

Lap Swim, Water Exercise & Flow League

Current Lap Swim Hours(PDF, 4MB) Future Lap Swim Hours(PDF, 4MB)

Lap swim availability is 12 to 16 max swimmers per hour. Lanes may have up to 2 people during reserved times.
Lap swim lanes available are determined by facility programming and enforced by staff onsite.
Lap swim is for individual community use only. Lanes cannot be rented as part of a fitness group or team.
Lap swim participants must be 12 years or older. Participants under 12 years, who also swim for competitive groups such as USA Swimming, may be allowed as long as a parent is onsite to supervise.
Lanes can only be used for lesson/instruction by City of Mesa Staff.
For inquiries on renting pool space for a group or team please email parksresreg@mesaaz.gov

Aquatic Teams & Specialty Lessons

The Seasonal programs below are offered in the summer and provide a great opportunity for children to develop and learn about the different Aquatic Sports.

Competitive Teams Calendar(PDF, 300KB)

Aquatic Teams

Competitive Ruling: any athlete participating in any USA sanctioned, YMCA, or any other organized aquatic team/program after May 25 will not be eligible to compete in the City summer recreational team programs. Refunds will not be offered to violators of this rule.

Second sport discount only applies for the same child who is enrolled in more than one recreational team sport in the same summer season.

Swim (Ages 5-17)

Morning teams available at all 8 locations.
Evening team also available at Stapley.

Dive (Ages 6-17)

Morning teams available at all 8 locations.
Evening team also available at Stapley.

Artistic Swim (Ages 6-17)

Morning teams available at Brimhall, Carson, Kino, Mesa, Rhodes, Shepherd, Skyline, and Stapley.

Water Polo (Ages 9-15)

Morning teams available at Kino and Skyline.
Evening teams available at Brimhall, Carson, Mesa, and Shepherd.

Specialty Lessons

Class	Description
Private Lessons	This class is an opportunity for one-on-one instruction for any skill level or ability. Goals are set with the instructor and swimmer (or their caregiver) during the course of the lesson. Participants must be 3 years or older and potty-trained.
Artistic Swim Lessons	This class focuses on the fundamentals of artistic swimming. Participants will work on the foundations which include treading, basic figures, techniques, and safety. Participants must be 6 years old and must be able to swim comfortably in deep water for enrollment.
Dive Lessons	This class focuses on the fundamentals of springboard diving. Participants will work on the foundations which include hurdles, safety, basic water entries and competitive dives such as pikes and straight dives. Participants must be 6 years old and must be able to swim comfortably in deep water for enrollment. Coaches will expand teaching based on individual diver ability.
FlowRider Lessons
Water Polo Lessons	This class focuses on the fundamentals of water polo. Participants will work on treading, ball handling, passing, defending, and safety. Participants must be 6 years old and must be able to swim comfortably in deep water for enrollment.