Recreation Swim

Lap Swim/Water Walking

Join us for lap swim/water walking 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday to Friday. Swimmers ages 14 & up can enjoy a cardio workout through swimming laps and/or water walking. Lane availability is on a first come first served basis and may need to share a lane depending on number of participants. Youth swimmers are 14 -17 & senior swimmers are ages 55+. 

Please call our front office at (510) 799-8291 for a monthly detailed schedule, note some dates are cancelled due to aquatic program conflicts or scheduled pool closure dates. 

Starting on 08/19/2024 to 11/07/2024, Twilight Lap Swim/Water Walking will be returning! Twilight Lap Swim/Water Walking is scheduled from Monday - Thursday 7:10 p.m. to 8:50 p.m.
*Dates and times subject to change.

Saturdays only on 09/07/2024, 09/21/2024, 09/28/2024, and 10/05/2024 will be from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Family Swim Passes

The family swim pass is good for a family of four (4) to enjoy unlimited visits during public swim this summer. This pass is valid from 06/10/2024 - 08/10/2024 during public swim hours only. This pass may not be used during Lap Swim/Water Walking.

Pool Party Rental

Visit our Pool Party page for more information! 

Public Swim Capacity Policy

On extremely hot days we anticipate reaching maximum capacity, at which time we will no longer admit additional participants.  Parties that are not registered with the Swim Center will not be allowed to admit guests once we have reached maximum capacity.  We will not allow patrons to re-enter the facility once they have left.

Swim Diaper Policy

Any child that is not completely potty trained must wear an approved swim diaper while swimming in our facility. To avoid pool closure and/or the cancellation of your swimming lesson/program, please remember to have your child visit the restroom periodically throughout your swim time.

Weather Policy

The Swim Center will be open rain or shine. If lightning, thunder, or heavy hail/rain occurs, the Swim Center will be closed immediately. The Swim Center may close at any time without notice due to program changes, weather conditions, or emergency situations. Prior to your swim, please take a moment to visit the website www.AirNow.gov, type in Hercules Swim Center, Zip Code 94547, into the search function and check to see where air quality is at. If Air Quality is 151 (RED) or above (PURPLE, MAROON) the pool will close for the health and safety of swimmers and staff and will not reopen until air quality returns to a healthier level of 150 AQI and below (ORANGE, YELLOW, GREEN). We do have a word of caution for an AQI of 101-150 (ORANGE) as in this tier individuals with health risks may experience an increase in the unhealthy effects of the air quality.

Pool Rules

Participants must obey posted rules and oral instruction from the aquatics staff at all times; failure to comply will result in being asked to leave the facility without a refund. All swimmers are required to self-check prior to arriving for their swim. If you do not feel well, exhibit flu like symptoms, cough, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, loss of taste or smell please don’t come to the pool until symptoms have completely subsided.  

• A qualified lifeguard must be on duty before patrons are permitted to enter the pool area.
• Children 13 years and under must be accompanied by a guardian 18 years or older.
• Children 6 years and under must be supervised and within arms reach of a guardian; failure to follow this rule will result in both the child and guardian being asked to leave the facility.
• Only US Coast Guard approved life vests may be worn, with adult supervision.
• Small diving toys are permitted during recreation swim hours. No other toys or flotation devices permitted.
• Smoking, alcohol, and glass containers are not permitted.
• Swimsuits are required to enter the pool. No cutoff shorts, basketball shorts, or street clothes.
• No photograph or recording equipment allowed in pool area or locker rooms.
• Diving board swim test is required for all swimmers aged 17 and under. Swimmers who pass test will be issued a wrist band.
• Other rules may apply at the discretion of the Lifeguards or Senior Guard.
• Keep ladders and steps clear. Hanging on ladders, railings or rope/lane lines is not permitted.
• Anyone suspected of having an infection, sore or skin disease will not be permitted in the pool.
• Chairs and tables are available on a first-com, first-served basis.
• Always walk within the pool area and locker rooms.
• All persons not toilet-trained, including incontinence, must wear a swim diaper.
• The City will close the pool facility if there is: thunder and/or lighting, heavy rain and/or hail, high winds, mechanical failure, or environmental hazards.
• Hercules Recreation & Park District is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Donations

All lost & found items are donated quarterly.