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GENERAL INFORMATION:

King Park Pool is a year-round, indoor facility. Water temperature is maintained between 83-85 degrees. Children must be at least 48 inches tall or accompanied by an adult in the water at all times. Swimsuits are required. Infants must wear “swim diapers”. Pool fee is per entry and activity. We do not offer refunds of admission fees.  Schedule and fees may be subject to change.

NOTICE:

Martin Luther King Jr. Park Swimming Pool to Undergo Renovations.
The MLK Pool will be closed from the end of January to early May 2025 to replace deteriorated plaster and add new tile finishes and coping. Pool mechanical systems including circulation pumps, filters, and chlorine acid feed pumps will be replaced with more efficient systems.
The project also included an accessible lift, deck repair, diving stands and ladders refurbishment, new lighting fixtures, and tile depth marker replacement.

Pool Closed on the Following Days:

Monday, January, 20
Monday, February 17


OPEN SWIM FEES:

Swim fee per entry. No refunds.
Youth (17 & under), $1
Adults (18 - 49), $3
Senior (50+), $2

Fees may be subject to change.

*Fall Schedule below begins August 26. 

KING POOL SCHEDULE 

ACTIVITYDAYSTIMES
Lap Swim Tu/Th/F 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
  T/Th 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
  T/Th/F 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m
  Sat/Sun 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m
     
All Ages Rec. Swim

Tu/Th/F

 2:30 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.

 

Tu/Th

6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

  Sat. / Sun 1:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. 

WATER EXERCISE CLASS:

Ages 16 & up. Looking for a new style of exercise? This is the class for you! It will help you shape up and keep fit. This class is offered on an ongoing basis. Don't miss the fun! The fee is $3/class meeting for Adults; Seniors 50+, Free.

DAYSTIMESACTIVITY
Tu/Th/F 6:30 a.m. - 7:20 a.m. Deep Water
Tu/Th/F 8:00 a.m. - 8:50 a.m. Shallow Water
M/W 6:00 PM - 6:50 p.m.  Shallow Water

LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM

Sessions are 8 classes, conducted during a four-week session (Mondays and Wednesdays) or an eight-week session (Saturdays only). Registration for the classes will be taken at Silverado Park Pool or online. Cash or checks made out to the "City of Long Beach" are accepted. Refunds for classes will only be granted prior to the first class meeting, with a $10 service charge assessed. If you are unsure of the level for which to sign up, call or stop by the pool to arrange for a swim test.

  • Youth classes are 25 minutes in length; adult classes are 50 minutes in length. Registration for classes will be taken at Silverado Pool during regular scheduled hours or online on a first-come, first-served basis. Please register early to reserve your place in class and no later than one week prior to the beginning of the session.
  • If you are unsure of the level for which to sign up, call (562) 570-1721 to arrange a swim test. Classes may be canceled or combined in the event of low enrollment.

King Pool Swimming Lessons & Registration  

SWIMMING LESSONS

Class options: Tuesday/Thursday, or Saturday.  Youth classes are 25 minutes in length; Adults 50 minutes.  Registration for classes will be available online or at King Park Pool during regular scheduled hours. Cash, money orders, debit/credit cards, and personal checks with a preprinted address are accepted. Please make checks payable to the City of Long Beach. Online registration is also available for all swimming lessons offered at King Park Pool. Refunds for classes will only be granted prior to the first class meeting, with a $10 service charge assessed. If you are unsure of the level for which to sign up, call or stop by the pool to arrange for a swim test.  Classes may be canceled or combined in the event of low enrollment.  Please register early to reserve your place in class and no later than one week prior to the beginning of the session. 

REGISTRATION DATES 

Lesson Start Date:

Registration Date:

8/24 -10/12

Saturday

8/10 @ 8 a.m.

8/20 - 9/12

Tuesday / Thursday 

8/06  @ 8 a.m.

9/24 - 10/17

Tuesday / Thursday 

9/03 @ 8 a.m.

10/19 - 12/7

Saturday

10/05 @ 8 a.m.

10/29-11/21

Tues/Thurs

10/01 @ 8 a.m.

 

POOL RENTALS

Please call the pool supervisor at (562)570-1718 for information, fees and scheduling availability.

MCCORMICK DIVERS

Competitive springboard and platform diving for all levels taught by Debby McCormick. For more information, please visit McCormick Divers or call (714) 846-5731.

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