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 2025 opens Tuesday, April 01 2025 at 8:00AM for residents and 10:00AM for non-residents.
Please see the attached booklets to register for our Spring/Summer Learn to swim Programing 2025 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. Please remember that these forms may take up to 3 weeks for processing.