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    Albany Aquatics Center

    3.0 (69 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 2:30 pm, 4:45 PM - 8:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Great pool... majority staff is wonderful but some do need some customer service training. Otherwise, I highly recommend this pool

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    Clean & well maintained. Great swimming pool for kids and everyone. Worth spending $7 bucks. Loved it.

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    My kids and I loved it! Staff is friendly and the people who come are too. Plenty of items for kids to swim with as well.

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    Concerns: 1) 2016: The staff can't seem to figure out how to keep the correct ph level in the outdoor pool.

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    El Cerrito Swim Center - Nice clean pools with lifeguard on duty.

    El Cerrito Swim Center

    4.1(72 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    El Cerrito Swim Center is the only pool I swam at when I lived in the East Bay (2015-2019). I came…read morefor lap swimming and greatly appreciated that the pool was open year round. A seasonal schedule was posted online which made it easy to check when lap swim hours were and adjust my work schedule accordingly. If I was really ambitious I would get a swim in during my lunch hour. I found midday lap swims to be the least busy, especially during non-summer months. The evening lap swims could get a bit packed and showers could get crowded when trying to shower before getting in the pool due to a high volume of youths showering after swim team practice. Lap swim while water aerobics is going on is quite the treat. A few lanes were dedicated to water aerobics and other lanes would be open for lap swim. Music played during the water aerobics class, which made my kick sets enjoyable getting to listen to music and swim. I paid per lap swim which is the more expensive option. There is also a pass option where the pass is good for a certain number of lap swims or certain number of days and you pay in advance for the set number of swims or days. They had these passes for lap swim, water aerobics, the masters swim team, and recreation swim. For lap swim the passes were for 10 swims, 30 days, and 90 days. The price range for these lap swim passes spanned roughly $50 to over $300. Something to keep in mind when budgeting if you also have and/or want a gym membership. Facilities were clean and the lifeguards kind and helpful. Kickboards and pull buoys were provided on deck. The pool entrance and usage fees were well marked and payment for each swim was simple and straightforward.

    The wait is about 30 minutes on a weekend. The waitlist wasn't very long. But the staff was nice…read moreand help. Answered all my questions. Assisted with getting my baby a life jacket.

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    El Cerrito Swim Center - I went down the water slide.

    I went down the water slide.

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    Woody's Private Swim Instruction - Our lap pool at Alameda Fitness and Spa. Come swim with us!

    Woody's Private Swim Instruction

    4.7(46 reviews)
    7.6 mi

    This review is long overdue! Growing up, I never learned how to swim, but it was always a goal of…read moremine to conquer it. While I wasn't afraid of pools or the ocean, I'd drown if I found myself in deep water without a life vest. I decided to finally take the plunge and learn in my 30s, and I'm so glad I found Woody! At the time, she was offering lessons in Oakland, and I chose her because it was in my neighborhood. Although the 1:1 lessons were a bit pricey for my budget at the time, they were worth it! After a few months of lessons, I was able to get past the mental barrier I had around deep water and finally learned how to tread water. Beyond that, Woody equipped me with numerous skills and techniques to feel confident and comfortable in the water. Let me tell you, learning to swim as an adult is no easy feat, but having a fantastic instructor makes all the difference. I highly recommend Woody for swim lessons! Thank you, Woody!

    My daughter started swim lessons about three years ago. She is 9 now. She liked being in the pool…read morewhen we started although did not know how to swim (though she thought she knew how to swim!) She didn't want to start swim lessons. We wanted the peace of mind that she knew how to swim so we joined the wait list and started as soon as we could. We told her it is a life lesson and she had to do it and thankfully she agreed. Our daughter isn't quick to trust or warm up. I was a little concerned that the teachers wouldn't respect her shyness That was not the case at all. The coaches are all respectful, kind and professional. Now she knows how to swim and more! The picture is of her learning to dive! My husband started taking lessons too because he was inspired to improve his swim technique. Both really enjoyed swimming with the coaches and learned a lot. We highly recommend Woodys swim school!

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    When I started teaching

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    Canyon Swim School - seating and shade

    Canyon Swim School

    3.8(66 reviews)
    5.0 mi

    We have been coming here since 2023 and I learned how to swim here in the late 80s and 90s…read more Pros: * Outdoor pool is heated and El Sobrante is rarely above 85 degrees in the summer. * No snobby, cliquey vibes. People are here to learn to swim only, not swim team competition. * This place does swim lessons only. They don't have to share the pool with recreational swimmers or club members. * Deep end training and intro to diving. * Offer makeups. We had to use them when we had Covid. * As of 2026, rates have not risen since 2024. They continue to be among the more affordable group lessons. Small discount for siblings. Cons: * Not open year-round. Open only during weekdays in the summer. * Small, cramped parking lot and San Pablo Dam Road traffic makes it not particularly safe to park a few blocks away and walk. * Hard to get into time slots that fit your schedule, especially if you have more than one child. * Private lessons not offered.

    My wife did all the internetz. When I watched the first session, I was skeptical. After a few…read moresessions, I started see the method to their madness. It's like a well-oiled machine. It goes smooth and by the numbers. Kids advance in skill and comfort in the water. Before lessons here, our daughter... searching for the words... dreaded water in her face. A single drop of water from the bathtub--clean bath water--prompted shrieks of pain, fear, anger, and betrayal. Now she's underwater so much during lessons that they occasionally sit her up on the side of the pool to ensure that she hears instruction. It's very goals oriented. And they aren't afraid to not pass a kid. My daughter didn't pass the level one test: float motionless, face down on the surface of the water for 10 seconds. She was disappointed, yet determined and asked me to help her practice before the next lesson. She re-tested and passed. Then she didn't pass the level 2 test: swim on her own halfway across the pool. I think she would have passed if she has spent more time listening and less time sitting on the bottom of the pool waving at the other students. The instructors are attentive and encouraging. They remember the kids names and make it fun for them. Clean bathroom. Outdoor changing booths. Chairs, bleachers, shade. Orderly and organized. Don't be late. Parking is limited. If you choose to give a thumbs-up or not, I hope you found my review helpful!

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    Canyon Swim School - Bleachers and shade

    Bleachers and shade

    Canyon Swim School - Walk on the right side

    Walk on the right side

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    West Campus Pool - The main pool during lap swim hours

    West Campus Pool

    4.6(5 reviews)
    1.8 miWest Berkeley

    I wanted to find a local pool option to rotate in some lap swimming to my fitness routine. You…read morepre-buy a pass that can be used at both this location and the king location. Passes are $6 and have no set time or date. There are some discounts for a 10 pack or monthly access. You file a photo when registering so no ID needed at the pool. You enter through the "locker room" which has showers and toilets and is overall pretty bare bones. If you want to lock items there are some lockers by the pool but bring your own lock. Also interior bike parking so this seems like a plus! Lap lanes were busy and some classes were going on but overall this met my needs. No concession stand but some picnic tables so you can bring snacks.

    So many things to like about this pool…read more First and foremost, for me, is that it is WARM. It's the warmest pool around and it makes all the difference. It's easier to swim longer. Those several degrees are the difference between blue fingers and NOT blue fingers. The staff is great. I like the ease of buying a pass online. The price is right. AND, I am happy to say, that they still require masks unless in the pool or shower! I approve. Safety first! (Although the staff isn't consistent with masking.) My kids are grown, but I do appreciate the family friendly nature of the pool. It's always great to see parents and kids ... and I love seeing budding young swimmers doing laps. For those of you who like a cooler pool, I highly recommend the Emeryville Aquatic Center on San Pablo and 45th. It's also a very nice pool. Great staff. Was my go to for years ... BUT, I gotta say, I'm now addicted to the extra heat of West Campus Pool. I also hear the Pool on Hopkins, behind MLK Middle School ... identical lay out ... is cooler. SO, for those of you who like a chillier pool temp ... please go to the other pools and save the lanes at West Campus for us heat seekers.

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    West Campus Pool - Corner of Browning Street and Addition . . . next to the BUSD's Realm High School

    Corner of Browning Street and Addition . . . next to the BUSD's Realm High School

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