We came here randomly on a Tuesday afternoon. The young man at the front desk was welcoming and…read morevery polite. Since it wasn't crowded we got a table right near the front of the pool and my son jumped right on in. From the reviews I wasn't quite sure what to expect but I was pleasantly surprised. The lifeguards were attentive too- Always watching the pool and the kids. although, I never let mine out my sight, it's still a welcoming feeling. Definitely a cute little addition to the park.

Good for toddlers and kids 5 and under. There's a beach entry pool and a cool play structure for…read morethat age. It's $10 each to get in. Parking was reasonable But it was not crowded. For school age kids this spot is a little boring the slide is fun but the part you need to pass a swim test for is only 4ft deep. There is a vending machine with snacks. There is a nice lawn and you can bring in your own food and chairs. Wish this place was open when my kiddo was smaller. There are lifeguards everywhere so it feels super safe

Where is the 100 star option?!…read more Water safety is number one in my household and for 2 years of endless private and group swim classes I was starting to lose hope till my friend told me about Patti's swim school. Within one season my kiddo is ready for swim team not just Hawaii ready. Not only are they amazing , clean and efficient the place feels like you are swimming at your families home. I could not be more thankful for Patti and her swim school to be around.

We never enrolled at Patti's Swim School, so this isn't a review of the swim lessons. It's about…read morehow we were treated as prospective customers and how Patti responded afterward. My family recently moved into the neighborhood. We saw a crane trimming a large tree one morning and drove around the neighborhood to look. When we realized it was through Patti's Swim School, we started talking about possibly enrolling our two young children. The gate was open. The wide driveway and parking area looked like the entrance to a business, and we didn't see anything at the entrance saying "Private Property," "No Trespassing," "Appointment Required" or "Enrolled Families Only." We stopped near the gate and began talking to the neighboring property owner. A man named Michael came outside, told us not to speak with her and ordered us to leave because we were trespassing. His tone and manner felt very aggressive and confrontational. The neighbor disagreed with him and said the area was a public or shared-access easement. We had no idea there was apparently some kind of dispute between them. I can't say who was legally right about the easement, and we weren't there to take sides. Michael told us to leave, so we left. I was very angry afterward, but our realtor told me Patti's a reasonable person and that I shouldn't judge the whole school based on one interaction with Michael. I thought that was fair. I waited a day to cool down and emailed Patti directly. I told her what happened and asked three basic questions: Who is Michael? Does he represent the school? Does she think the way he handled the situation was appropriate? She didn't answer any of them. Instead, Patti compared what we did to parking in someone's driveway and walking into their backyard. I don't think that's a fair comparison at all. We drove through the open gate of an operating business and stayed in what looked like its entrance and parking area. We didn't enter anyone's house or backyard. Of course Patti has the right to control access to her property. We left as soon as we were told to leave. But if nobody's able to enter without being enrolled or having an appointment, that should be clear at the entrance. Patti claimed there were signs around the property saying people couldn't enter unless enrolled. I later took photos from the road and still couldn't find that warning at the entrance. What I did see was a small "Welcome to Patti's Swim School" sign. Her email concluded, "I'm sorry if you took offense," and then informed us that the school had a waiting list and couldn't accommodate our children anyway. That doesn't seem like an apology to me. The waiting-list comment felt like an unnecessary, condescending jab. I made a point of not judging Patti's Swim School based only on Michael. I cooled down, contacted Patti privately and gave her a chance to address it. Her response is what ultimately made the decision for me. Again, I can't speak to the quality of the swimming lessons. I can only say that after this interaction and Patti's response, I wouldn't have the trust needed to leave my children in their care. I'm attaching photos of the entrance and screenshots of our redacted email exchange so people can read Patti's response and decide for themselves.

We just had our third lesson with Amanda today, and she's been absolutely wonderful with my 11- and…read more9-year-old. I was especially concerned about my younger one, who's hesitant about getting his head in the water. Amanda has been so patient and reassuring--she calmly addresses his fears, explains what he needs to work on, and encourages him in a way that really builds his confidence. Both of my kids feel very comfortable with her, and I truly appreciate her supportive and positive approach.

My husband and I needed quick swim lessons before our honeymoon in Hawaii. Amanda was an amazing…read moreinstructor! She showed us the basics and gave tips to improve our form. Amanda was able to provide practice times around our crazy schedule. We were very grateful to get her support before our trip. Thanks to her we were able to enjoy beach life and snorkeling with no fear.

We had a wonderful experience with Waterworks, especially Coach Justin! He is incredibly…read moreprofessional, patient, and genuinely dedicated to helping kids succeed. He pays close attention to technique, gives clear instructions, and always encourages my child with a positive attitude. My child has gained confidence and improved swimming skills thanks to Coach Justin's guidance. We really appreciate his commitment and the care he puts into every lesson. Highly recommend Coach Justin to any family looking for a knowledgeable and responsible swim instructor!

Zane is a fantastic instructor. He is incredibly patient and takes the time to understand each…read morechild and their individual needs. If a child is scared or hesitant for any reason, he knows how to make them feel comfortable by engaging and playing with them rather than pushing them. Whatever progress my child has made in swimming is largely because of Zane's patience, understanding, and encouragement. We truly appreciate everything he has done for her and sincerely hope he can continue with Waterworks. He is a wonderful instructor, especially for children who need a little extra patience and support.

Well, first of all, I have NEVER had the experience at this pool that was mentioned in a review. It…read moreis nothing fancy, but it is clean and well taken care of. Everyone there is friendly. It is a great community pool where the kids can come and join their friends and have a good time. It even has a separate, smaller (though good sized!) pool for younger ones. They have adult swim every hour. My grandkids love this place, and so do I. One of the lifeguards became their babysitter! They also give you 30 free guest passes per year! Try it out!

Very nice and clean. Nothing fancy, just a big pool and a kiddie pool with a small lawn area…read more Eeveryone is very nice so far. We are there for lessons, considering joining.

I was so excited to take swim lessons here. Unfortunately, I won't be able to. I inquired and…read morespecifically asked was the pool heated, the response was an enthusiastic, "Yes!" I show up to my lesson and before I even finish removing my sweatpants, the instructor, Shani states that the pool is Chilly. I respond, "I thought the pool was heated?" He states it is but it's chilly today and they only rent space so they can't control the temperature. He also states he is under the weather and wouldn't even be getting in the pool unless I really wanted him to. Why would I want someone who is sick being hands on during my lesson? And why would an instructor not just reschedule if something that should be hands on, like a swim lesson, is required if they were sick. Long story short, I couldn't do the lesson and was refused a refund. Wonderful! If you like cold pools and the instructor watching you flail on the sidelines, then go for it!

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!

Love the facilities and the pool. Relaxed atmosphere. Helpful staff. Lots of variety for adults…read moreand children.

This isn't a gym; it's a social experiment in how much people will pay for the "vibe" of a rusty…read moregarage. The pool, when they are open, have a toxic level of chlorine. Also they often close the pool for several months at a time for maintenance. The owner is super stingy and does not want to spend any money if something breaks down. So once something breaks down, they never get fixed. However, they charge you as if you are going to Equinox!! Plus, the behavior of the employees and administration vacillates between blatant racism and total unresponsiveness.

My son loves to swim. In fact, it is the only sport he has shown any interest in. We have been…read moretrying for several years to find him more swimming opportunities. Unfortunately, the only options in Alameda, where we live, are chronically closed to new swimmers. I ended up doing a google search to see what Oakland had to offer, and I'm so glad I did. We just started with the Oaklantis pre-team. It is fantastic, and exactly what we were looking for - a low pressure way for him to get some experience being on a team, while improving his strokes. The instructors are knowledgeable, the practices are organized, the team's communication is prompt and thorough, and the pricing reasonable. Most importantly, my son is having a great time, which is really what I want from an athletic activity.

I'm gonna say my son Dj started out in Oaklantis back when he was only 5yrs old! back then it was…read moreonly a few kids, Coach Scott had his vision and Dream of a populated swim ‍ team! First teaching younger and older kids to swim and training them to be confident and excellent swimmers ! And competitive training to compete against other swimmers! Thank you Coach Scott I'm convinced this is a way of giving back to our community! It's those little seeds that were sowed relentless hours putting in that "Grit" that kept Coach Scott going! And now look!! Oaklantis has blossomed so much!! We appreciate your encouragement and support! For our kids and community Thank you Best, Talmera and Dj

Our experience at Aquatech this past year has been amazing for our 3 and 5 year old. Our goal was…read moreto primarily build confidence in water and basic swim skills for safety. The entire experience has been seamless. Classes can be booked online or if you need to skip a day you can get a make up token. You check in on an iPad and it tells you your lane and instructor. Changing facilities and bathrooms are super clean and plentiful. We never need to wait. Sitting area for parents is comfortable and you can easily see your kid in the pool. Our children have a fear of water on their faces and are super sensitive, but our instructors kindly got them over that fear. Coach Gabe in particular has been so patient with my son, and he has really grown into a confident swimmer in just 3 months! He went from screaming when water touched his face to dunking his head and holding his breath underwater. Their tadpole program is great too for babies and toddlers, although my daughter is not progressing as quickly since she doesn't get 1:1 attention from an instructor. Private lessons are pricier but it's the way to go if you need more help.

Very disappointing experience with employee Dewey…read more My child has been attending Aqua Tech Swim School since 2023. Over the years, I've seen employees come and go, and although the turnover seems high, the staff I've encountered have generally been friendly, pleasant, respectful, and professional. Unfortunately, my experience with Dewey on August 14 was completely different. My child recently moved up a level, so we were in a different lane than we had previously been. This was only our second week in this particular class and lane. The week before, I sat on the bench near the class without any issue. On August 14, we arrived late. When I arrived, another family was already sitting on the bench, and they had been sitting there for approximately 15 minutes before I got there. Dewey walked directly past that family, said absolutely nothing to them, and then came straight over to me within less than five minutes of me sitting down. He then told me, in an unnecessarily nasty and aggressive tone, that I could not sit there. I was caught completely off guard and asked, "Are you talking to me?" Instead of simply explaining the rule, he continued speaking to me in the same rude and confrontational manner. What I find particularly baffling is that he had literally just walked past a family that had already been sitting on that same bench for approximately 15 minutes and said nothing to them, yet he specifically came over to me shortly after I sat down and aggressively told me I couldn't sit there. If the bench was off-limits, that is completely fine. I have no issue following rules. But then the rule should be communicated consistently and respectfully to everyone--not selectively enforced against one parent while another family sitting there for 15 minutes is completely ignored. He eventually said the benches were for the toddler class. But there were no toddlers there, and there was no toddler class taking place at that time that evening. So naturally, I was left questioning why this was handled the way it was. Again, the issue is not being asked to move. The issue is Dewey's attitude, tone, and the fact that he walked past the other family without saying a word and came directly to me. There was absolutely no reason to approach a parent in such a rude, aggressive, and confrontational manner over something that could have been communicated politely in one sentence. The other family witnessed the interaction and heard his tone. His behavior was noticeable enough that they immediately got up before he even approached them. I have been bringing my child to Aqua Tech since 2023, and this interaction was unlike my experiences with the other employees. I expect staff members who interact with parents to conduct themselves professionally, regardless of what rule they are trying to enforce. Dewey's behavior was rude, unnecessarily aggressive, and unprofessional. If there is a seating rule, enforce it consistently. If a parent needs to move, simply explain the rule respectfully. There was no justification for the attitude I received. Aqua Tech should seriously consider addressing how Dewey communicates with parents, because one employee's behavior can leave a very negative impression on a family that has otherwise had years of positive experiences with the school

In regard to Lap Swimming…read more Hours are pretty flexible. About twenty lanes with the first part of the pool set for those who water walk and about 16 to 17 lanes to lap swim. Depending on the time of the day, some lanes close, for water classes. Be weary, if you go first thing when they open at 6am, and also when they reopen at 4pm or 5pm. There are groups of people that call themselves "The Regulars". A few of them like to put kickboards on open lanes to save for people in line behind you. Sometimes, if there is a long line on a hot summer day. A "Regular" might show up and just cut to the front of the line outside with another "regular" who is there already. Some of these people can be rude and really like their specific lane. And will throw a fit if you happen to take their lane. Some of these "regulars" will even lie and come up with a sob story for you about their past injuries, just to get a specific lane. The staff have not really monitored/enforced certain rules in the past. Hopefully that changes. You have been warned. The "regulars" are nice, as long as you don't get their lane or get in line ahead of them. Some will even show up 1 to 3 hours before the pool opens in the morning and afternoon in order to get their lane. They mean business and can be cutthroat. The place has a lot of potential. Cosmetic wise, it's what you'd expect of a facility that's almost a 100 years old.

For the price you pay for rec swim and toddler swim you can't find a better deal in the East Bay!…read moreWe come to this pool the most frequently out of the 3 indoor public pools in the area, the others being Dublin Wave and Silliman Aquatic center in Newark. Great hours for toddler swim, 11am to 1pm Monday thru Friday and 5 to 7pm Tues, Thursday, Friday. There is also rec swim kn Saturday from 1:30 to 3:30pm. The toddler pool is great for toddlers to get used to the water and there is a depth gradient that will allow them to explore and eventually try to swim. There are also toys provided by the staff for the little ones to play with in the pool. The staff here have always been very nice to us and you can tell that the lifeguards on shift take their jobs seriously. Yes, the facility is almost 100 years old and does show its age, but for $5 total for a baby and an adult as well as the super flexible hours? You just can't beat that deal.