Memorial Park Aquatic Center programming begins Saturday, October 31

SANTA ANA, Calif. - The City of Santa Ana is excited to begin programming at the new Memorial Park Aquatic Center on Saturday, Oct. 31, gradually expanding programs to achieve full service in spring 2027.

The Aquatic Center offers programming for people of all ages and abilities, including scheduled times for recreation swimming, lap swimming and an exercise channel for low-impact water walking in a zero-entry pool.

Recreation Swim Saturdays

Enjoy recreation pools, the exercise channel, interactive water features and the water slide. Please note that minors under 48 inches tall need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

• Saturdays: Two recreation swim sessions will be offered each day.
  • Morning session: 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
  • Afternoon session: 1 - 3:30 p.m.

Lap Swim Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays

Enjoy lap swimming in the competition pool for ages 16 years and older.

• Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
• 7:30 - 9 a.m.

Exercise Channel Tuesdays and Thursdays

Enjoy low-impact water walking for ages 16 years and older.

• Tuesdays and Thursdays
• 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Fees Per Session

• Santa Ana Resident Rate: Adults $3 | Seniors $2 | Youth $1
• Non Resident Rate: Adults $6 | Seniors $4 | Youth $2

Programming will be available except on observed holidays and for inclement weather.

Sign up for these Aquatic Center programs on the Aquatic Center website.

Consistent with the City's normal practice, pools at Jerome Park, El Salvador Park, Salgado Park and Santa Anita Park closed on Labor Day for the season. These pools will reopen on June 1, 2027.

Now hiring lifeguards! The City is seeking Red Cross-certified lifeguards for regular part-time schedules at the Memorial Park Aquatic Center. Apply here.

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