wellness
Aquatic Centres and Swim Programs for All Ages Expand Across Santa Ana
City pools add group classes and lessons for toddlers through seniors as summer registration opens.
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Santa Ana Parks and Recreation opened registration this week for expanded swim programs at two main aquatic sites, with sessions beginning July 20.
The push comes as residents seek low-impact fitness options during peak summer heat, with city data showing a 28 percent rise in pool visits last year compared with 2024.
Venues and group offerings
The Santa Ana Aquatics Center at 2626 N. Main Street runs parent-toddler classes on weekday mornings and senior water aerobics three afternoons a week. The facility also hosts a lap-swim club that meets at 6 a.m. daily for adults tracking fitness goals.
Two miles south, the pool at John F. Kennedy Park on 1900 W. 17th Street added evening group lessons for teens and a Saturday stroke clinic open to all ages. Both sites operate under the same city department and share an online sign-up portal.
Local instructors coordinate with the Santa Ana YMCA to supply volunteer coaches for the teen sessions, keeping class sizes under 12 participants.
Costs and enrollment details
A six-week session costs $55 for adults and $40 for youth, with family discounts available through the end of July. City records list 1,240 spots filled so far, up from 970 at the same date in 2025.
Residents can reserve spots on the parks website or in person at either pool office before July 18. Those without transportation can use the city shuttle that stops at both locations on weekdays.
Staff advise checking with a physician before starting any new exercise routine and note that all classes include certified lifeguards on duty.