The Best Swimming in San Francisco

Charlie Sava Pool

A neighborhood favorite, the Sava Pool features a 25-yard, eight-lane multi-purpose pool that accommodates recreation, lap and competitive swimming. The unique design of the building maximizes the use of natural lighting and ventilation with rooftop... more

Coffman Pool

The 10,000-square-foot Coffman Pool, is located within Herz Playground at the southeastern entrance of McLaren Park. A hidden gem for city swimmers, Coffman offers a variety of swim programs for all ages, including recreational swim, learn-to-swim cl... more

Garfield Pool

Garfield Swimming Pool offers classes and programs, from learn-to-swim, lap and recreational swims for tots, youths, adults and seniors. more

Hamilton Pool

The pool and adjacent recreation center, this stunning new swimming facility features a large, heated pool and not one, but two, indoor water slides, the only ones in the city.  Available for rentals and that one-of-a-kind swimming party you alw... more

Hamilton Rec Center

In the heart of the Western Addition, Hamilton Rec Center is a true neighborhood hub, offering a wide array of activities and recreation amenities for visitors of all ages. The adjacent Hamilton Swimming Pool is one of the most popular pools in the c... more

JCCSF Swim School

The JCCSF Aquatics Center features a 25-yard lap pool, a warm-water recreation pool and a heated spa. It offers a complete selection of lessons, exercise classes and activities for new and experienced swimmers of all ages. Trained coaches and instr... more

Letterman Pool - Presidio YMCA

The Letterman Pool offers a variety of swim / class opportunities.     Online Schedule more

Martin Luther King Jr Pool

Another hidden pool gem, MLK Pool features a 25-yard x 25-meter pool and a separate wading pool for tots. Aquatic programs include learn-to-swim programs, water aerobics, recreational swim and lap swim. more

Martin Luther King Jr. Pool - MLK Pool

Another hidden pool gem, MLK Pool offers lap swim, senior lap swim, Learn-to-Swim, and self-guided water exercise. MLK Pool features a 25-yard x 25-meter pool and a separate wading pool for tots. more

Mission Community Pool

The 4,565 square foot Mission Pool was constructed in 1916, and is located on 19th Street between Linda and Valencia Streets in the Mission District. It’s the only City-operated outdoor pool in San Francisco, offering a 90′ x 40′ po... more

North Beach Pool

North Beach Swimming Pool has long been a neighborhood destination for swimmers of all ages. The facility features two pools (a 25-meter x 21′ lap pool and a 89′ x 21′ recreation pool) to accommodate a variety of aquatic programs an... more

Rossi Pool

Rossi Swimming Pool offers an array of classes and programs, from learn-to-swim, lap and recreational swims for tots, youths, adults and seniors. more

South End Rowing Club

The South End Rowing club was founded in 1873 near Third and Berry--the south end of town. In the century and a quarter since its founding, the Club has grown and changed in many ways. After the great earthquake and fire, the current clubhouse was mo... more

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