Aquatics

Pools and Water Spraygrounds

The Houston Parks and Recreation Department operates and maintains 37 outdoor swimming pools and 20 water spraygrounds. For the 2013 swim season, H.P.A.R.D.’s swimming pools will open in two phases. In Phase 1, 20 select pools will open Saturdays and Sundays from May 25 – June 9, and on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27. In Phase 2, all 37 H.P.A.R.D. pools will open Tuesday - Sunday from June 11 – August 18. For the Fall swim schedule, 20 select pools will open Saturdays and Sundays & on Labor Day from August 24 – September 2.

Daily hours of operation are 1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
July 4th hours of operation are 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Labor Day hours of operation are 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Water fitness classes are offered at various pools throughout Houston at no charge.

The 20 water spraygrounds operated by the Houston Parks and Recreation Department are open year-round at park locations across the city. Each is distinctive and offers eye-catching design and interactive water jets for active water play outside of the pool environment.

H.P.A.R.D. operates a heated indoor natatorium for citizens with disabilities at the Metropolitan Multi-Service Center, 1475 West Gray. The 5-lane, 25-yard heated pool is fully accessible by wheelchair and is equipped with a zero depth entry ramp, hand rails, and three chair lifts. Changing and shower facilities are available adjacent to the pool area.  Participants are required to have independent functioning mobility skills or bring an adult attendant to assist.

Fulltime lifeguards and trainers lead water fitness classes and FREE exercise periods for people with disabilities.

Water fitness classes are offered at the Metropolitan Multi-Service Center Monday – Friday. Swimming skills are not necessary to participate in the Adaptive Recreation water programs. Year-round swim lessons are available for adults and children.  Pre-registration is required and must be complete prior to getting in the pool. H.P.A.R.D. staff will conduct initial safety screening in the water.

Learn to Swim Classes – June 18 – August 23
FREE Learn to Swim classes will be conducted at all Houston Parks and Recreation Department Aquatic Centers from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, from June 18 - August 23. Classes are for ages 5 and up and are scheduled for 2-week sessions running 30-minutes each. Please consult the list of pools for locations and register online.

2013 Aquatic Center Schedule

Phase I  20 select pools (May 25 – June 9)  Weekends and Memorial Day only  Phase II  All 37 Pools (June 11 – August 18) Ages: Open to all ages  Registration: Daily sign-in required  Summer hours: 1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.  Tuesday – Sunday  Memorial Day hours: May 27  1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.  July 4th hours: July 4  1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.  Information: 832-395-7129

Fall  20 select pools (August 24 – September 2) Ages: Open to all ages  Registration: Daily sign-in required  Fall hours: 1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.  Saturday & Sunday only  Labor Day hours: September 2  1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.  Information: 832-395-7129

Fall Schedule Pools Open August 24 – September 2

All public pools will be closed Mondays throughout the summer.
All public pools will be closed Monday - Friday during the fall phase.
All public pools will be closed following Labor Day.

HPARD Pools Map