Aquatics
The City of Monterey Park offers aquatics programs at two locations:
Register for the any of the following Aquatic programs.
Enjoy a family night out with a swim and a movie at Elder Park pool. Movies begin at dusk. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own beach chairs and blankets, but please, only approved bathing suits are allowed in the pool.
The City of Monterey Park offers swim lessons for all ages and every skill level, three times per year. Classes are created in cycles for spring, summer and fall at both Barnes and Elder Park Pools. In accordance with the learn to program, set to American Red Cross standards, swimmer pre-requisites must be met in order to advance to upper level classes. For more information about class level and prerequisites please see the Learn to Swim page. For information about current offerings, schedules or fees, visit the online registration page.
For the fitness conscious, Morning Lap Swim is available at Barnes Park Pool. Morning Lap Swim hours are:
Make checks payable to the City of Monterey Park. Payment is accepted at the pool.
The City of Monterey Park offers public swim at both Barnes and Elder Park during the summer quarter. General admission for daily swim and discount passes are available at both locations.
Barnes Park Pool (400 S. McPherrin Avenue)
May 29 - August 11, 2017 ; Monday - Sunday 2:30 PM - 4:45 PM / Night Swim: Wednesday 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Elder Park Pool (1950 Wilcox Avenue)
May 30 - August 10, 2017; Night Swim: Tuesday & Thursday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
June 12 - August 11, 2017; Monday - Friday 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM /
Also known as the Guard Start class, students will learn duties and responsibilities of a lifeguard and how to carry them out in a professional manner. Class teaches surveillance techniques, use of rescue equipment, tread water, surface diving with weight and a number of swim strokes for distance. Class is offered to students 15 years and up. For more information about class schedules or fees, please see email Orlando Muro, Program Coordinator at omuro@montereypark,ca,gov
- Barnes Park Pool, 350 South McPherrin Avenue
- Elder Park Pool, 1950 Wilcox Avenue (behind the gymnasium)
Registration
Register for the any of the following Aquatic programs.
Summer Dive-In Theater
Enjoy a family night out with a swim and a movie at Elder Park pool. Movies begin at dusk. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own beach chairs and blankets, but please, only approved bathing suits are allowed in the pool.
- TBA
Fees
| Ages | Cost | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 17 and under | $2 | Movie Nights TBA @ Elder Park Pool |
| Adults 18 and over | $3 | Movie Nights TBA @ Elder Park Pool |
Swim Lessons
The City of Monterey Park offers swim lessons for all ages and every skill level, three times per year. Classes are created in cycles for spring, summer and fall at both Barnes and Elder Park Pools. In accordance with the learn to program, set to American Red Cross standards, swimmer pre-requisites must be met in order to advance to upper level classes. For more information about class level and prerequisites please see the Learn to Swim page. For information about current offerings, schedules or fees, visit the online registration page.
Morning Lap Swim
For the fitness conscious, Morning Lap Swim is available at Barnes Park Pool. Morning Lap Swim hours are:
- Monday - Friday 6 - 8 a.m.
- Saturday and Sunday from 6 - 10 a.m.
Fees
Make checks payable to the City of Monterey Park. Payment is accepted at the pool.
| Type of Pass | Cost |
|---|---|
| Morning Lap Swim | $5 |
| Monthly Pass | $35 |
| Family Pass (for family of two) | $65 |
| Seniors | $23 |
Public Swim
The City of Monterey Park offers public swim at both Barnes and Elder Park during the summer quarter. General admission for daily swim and discount passes are available at both locations.
Barnes Park Pool (400 S. McPherrin Avenue)
May 29 - August 11, 2017 ; Monday - Sunday 2:30 PM - 4:45 PM / Night Swim: Wednesday 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Elder Park Pool (1950 Wilcox Avenue)
May 30 - August 10, 2017; Night Swim: Tuesday & Thursday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
June 12 - August 11, 2017; Monday - Friday 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM /
Fees
| Ages | Cost | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 17 and under | $2 | Barnes & Elder Park Pool |
| Adults 18 and over | $3 | Barnes & Elder Park Pool |
Lifeguard Training Class
Also known as the Guard Start class, students will learn duties and responsibilities of a lifeguard and how to carry them out in a professional manner. Class teaches surveillance techniques, use of rescue equipment, tread water, surface diving with weight and a number of swim strokes for distance. Class is offered to students 15 years and up. For more information about class schedules or fees, please see email Orlando Muro, Program Coordinator at omuro@montereypark,ca,gov