The Aquatic Division operates 45 public aquatic facilities, which includes 7 Regional pools, 3 Community pools, 22 Neighborhood pools, 1 Wading pool, Barton Springs Pool and 11 splash pads. In addition to coordinating open water events and swim team competitions, we also offer instructional programs such as masters swim, lifeguard and water safety training and youth and adult swim lessons.
Locations and Hours of Operation
View the Pools and Splash Pads Schedule to find pools currently open.
Get Hired! Get Trained! Get Working!
Lifeguard training classes are available for persons 15 years of age and older, while water safety instructor training classes are available for persons 16 years of age or older who wish to apply to work for the Aquatic Division. For employment information, please visit Lifeguarding in Austin.
Swim Lessons
The Aquatics Division offers instructional programs for all ages. A wide variety of swim lessons are available for students 6 months to adult. Program registration for Summer 2023 opens April 03, 2023 at 8:00AM for residents and 10AM for non-residents.
Summer 2023 Program Guide - English | Spanish
To register for all Austin Parks and Rec programs, please visit www.austintexas.gov/parksonline
Swim Team
The recreational Swim Team Program is organized to develop the potential and serve the recreational needs of boys and girls who are interested in learning about competitive swimming. Swim Team Information
To register for all Austin Parks and Rec programs, please visit www.austintexas.gov/parksonline
Scholarships Available!
The Austin Parks and Recreation Department offers scholarships to those who qualify. This scholarship can be used for swim lessons or many other Austin Parks and Recreation classes. For more info and to download the application, please visit austintexas.gov/pardfinaid.
The Aquatic Division also offers a scholarship that may cover up to the entire cost of one class or program. To find out more, download the applications here: English(PDF) | Spanish(PDF)
Bring either form to the office or follow the direction on the form to send it in. Please remember that these forms may take up to 3 weeks for processing.