2023 SUMMER POOL SCHEDULE

The Houston Parks and Recreation Department is currently seeking talented people with excellent swimming skills.

If you or someone you know is at least 16 years of age by May 31, 2023 and would like to join our team please call the Aquatics Office at 832.395.7129 to schedule a swim evaluation.

To print a flyer with more information regarding salary, steps to becoming a City of Houston Parks and Recreation Department Lifeguard, Swim Evaluation Schedule, and Lifeguard Certification Training Schedule download the following pdfs 2023 HPARD Lifeguard Recruitment Flier and 2023 HPARD Lifeguard Hiring Process Steps

2023 SUMMER SWIM SCHEDULE

The 2023 Aquatic Centers will open in three Phases. The Centers were chosen, based on Council Districts; historical attendance totals; geographic distribution of Centers throughout the City; and current operational status. We are still recruiting for lifeguard positions and as additional Aquatic Centers come online, we will implement a Phase III of our Summer Swim Schedule and open additional pools
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    POOL SCHEDULE
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    ADULT CLASSES
  • 2023 MEMORIAL PARK LAP SWIM
  • FLOAT2FLY
    CLASSES
  • POOL
    SITES
  • POOL
    RULES
  • WATER SAFETY
    TIPS
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2023 POOL SCHEDULE

PHASE I - MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND SCHEDULE

PHASE II - JUNE 3 to SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 - Saturday, Tuesday, & Thursday

PHASE II - JUNE 3 to SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 – Sunday, Wednesday, & Thursday

2023 ADULT CLASS

Cool off this summer with FREE water fitness classes! Water fitness is a great exercise for any age, any fitness level, and any body type. No fee is charged.

All enrollments are filled on a “first-come, first served” basis. Register online beginning May 20th at 8:00 am at https://apm.activecommunities.com/houstonparks/Home or at the pool onsite if space is still available the day of the class. Classes are limited to a maximum of 20 participants per class at most pool sites. Aqua shoes, towel and a plastic bottle of water are recommended.

ADULT CIRCUIT WATER FITNESS – INTENSITY LIGHT TO MODERATE
A combination of cardio, strength training and flexibility that takes you through a series of stations using effective circuit training principles and the latest aquatic equipment for a total body workout.

Ages: 18 and older 
Fee: Free
Time: Varies by Site
Program Dates: June 13 – August 4, 2023
Online Registration Dates: http://hpard.info/ParksActiveNet
Information: 832.395.7129
Locations
Alief 11903 Bellaire Blvd., 77072 W & F 6:00 p.m. – 6:50 p.m.
Emancipation 3018 Emancipation, 77004 T & Th 6:00 p.m. – 6:50 p.m.
Judson Robinson, Sr. 1422 Ledwicke, 77029 W & F 10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.
Townwood 3403 Simsbrook, 77051 T & Th 6:00 p.m. – 6:50 p.m.
North Wayside 9551 N. Wayside, 77028 F 6:00 p.m. – 6:50 p.m.

SILVER SPLASH – INTENSITY LIGHT
A water fitness class for mature adults to gently stretch, flex, tone and socialize in shallow water.

Ages: 18 and older 
Fee: Free
Time: Tue & Thu (4:30 p.m. – 5:20 p.m.)
Program Dates: June 13 – August 4, 2023
Location: Sunnyside (3502 Bellfort, 77045)
Online Registration Dates: http://hpard.info/ParksActiveNet
Information: 832.395.7129

AQUA ZUMBA – INTENSITY LIGHT TO MODERATE

A class that combines high energy and Latin music with movement in the water, a combination that helps participants dance away their worries while staying in shape.

Ages: 18 and older 
Fee: Free
Program Dates: June 13 – August 4, 2023
Location & Time: - MacGregor - Wed & Fri (6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.)
5225 Calhoun, 77021
- North Wayside - Wed (4:00 p.m. - 5:20 p.m.)
9551 N. Wayside, 77028
Online Registration Dates: http://hpard.info/ParksActiveNet
Information: 832.395.7129

ADULT HYDRO FITNESS TRAINING – INTENSITY MODERATE TO HARD

An athletic approach to water fitness training with sports-specific drills, intense cardiovascular work, intervals, balance/core training, martial arts, and plyometrics. It’s a great way to improve your cardiovascular conditioning, muscular strength, and endurance with minimal stress on your joints. Loud, rocking music is a part of the workout. Recommended as a great form of cross training.

Houston Parks and Recreation Department’s fitness classes at Lincoln Park are supported by Be Well™ Acres Homes. Be Well™ Acres Homes is an initiative of the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

Ages: 18 and older 
Fee: Free
Time: Tue & Thu (7:00 p.m. – 7:50 p.m.)
Program Dates: June 13 – August 3, 2023
Location: Lincoln Park Pool (1048 Grenshaw St, 77088)
Online Registration Dates: http://hpard.info/ParksActiveNet
Information: 832.395.7039

2023 MEMORIAL PARK LAP SWIM

This program is offered to swimmer 8 years or older who can complete at least one non-stop lap.

Ages: 8 and older 
Fee: $1.00 Pool access fee - check-in at Memorial Park Fitness Center
Time: Wed & Fri (6:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.)
Program Dates: June 7 – October 27, 2023
Or until water temperature drops below 72 degrees.
Location: Memorial Park (6402 Arnot, 77007)
Online Registration Dates: Daily sign-in onsite required
Information: 832.395.7129

2023 FLOAT2FLY

Houston Parks and Recreation Department and Float2Fly are offering a free series of water safety and learn to swim classes for ages 5 and up with three different skill levels varying from beginner to advanced. Classes meet on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday for 30 minutes every day for two weeks. There are four 2-week sessions offered during the summer.

Classes are FREE; however, space is limited on a “first-come, first-served” basis during specified registration periods. Online Registration is required. Please Note: Level placement will be determined by instructor during the first class. Certificates of Progressor and/or rewards will be given to each student upon completion of each 8-day session.

Float Level 1 | Prerequisites - None
Teaches safety and comfort in and around the water. Students will learn basic skills for general water safety. Level Placement will be determined by instructor during the first class.

Feel Level 2 | Prerequisites - Able to safely enter the water, submerge their head, float without aid and exit the water
Teaches safety and comfort in and around the water. Students will learn basic skills for general water safety.

Fly Level 3 | Prerequisites – Complete Level 2 (Feel) prerequisites and swim at least 10 yards unassisted.
Teaches safety and comfort in and around the water. Students will learn basic skills for general water safety.

Ages: 5 and older 
Fee: Free
Information: 832.395.7129
Location: - Independence Heights (603 East 35th St., 77022)
- Emancipation (3018 Emancipation, 77004)
SESSION 1
Program Dates: June 13 – 23, 2023
Days: Tuesday - Friday
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
10:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Online Registration: May 29 – 9, 2023 (Registration begins at 8:00 a.m.)
http://hpard.info/ParksActiveNet
SESSION 2
Program Dates: June 27 – July 7, 2023
Days: Tuesday - Friday
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
10:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Online Registration: June 12 – 16, 2023 (Registration begins at 8:00 a.m.)
http://hpard.info/ParksActiveNet
SESSION 3
Program Dates: July 11 – 21, 2023
Days: Tuesday - Friday
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
10:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Online Registration: June 26 – 30, 2023 (Registration begins at 8:00 a.m.)
http://hpard.info/ParksActiveNet
SESSION 4
Program Dates: July 25 – August 4, 2023
Days: Tuesday - Friday
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
10:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Online Registration: July 10 – 14, 2023 (Registration begins at 8:00 a.m.)
http://hpard.info/ParksActiveNet

POOL SITES

Alief 11903 Bellaire, 77072 Sun (1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
Wed & Fri (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Agnes Moffitt 10645 Hammerly, 77043 Sat, Tue, & Thu (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Beverly Hills 9800 Kingspoint, 77075 Out-Of-Service
Clinton 203 Mississippi, 77029 Closed Pending Additional Lifeguards
Cloverland 3801 Hickok Lane, 77047 Sat, Tue, & Thu (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Denver Harbor
(Selena Perez)
1020 Gazin, 77020 Sun (1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
Wed & Fri (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
DeZavala 907 75th Street, 77012 Closed Pending Additional Lifeguards
Eastwood 5000 Harrisburg, 77011 Closed Pending Additional Lifeguards
Emancipation 3018 Emancipation, 77004 Sat, Tue, & Thu (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Finnigan 4900 Providence, 77020 Closed Pending Additional Lifeguards
George T. Nelson
(Yellowstone)
6900 LaSalette, 77021 Closed Pending Additional Lifeguards
Glenbrook 8201 North Bayou, 77017 Closed Pending Additional Lifeguards
Greenwood 602 Beresford, 77015 Sat, Tue, & Thu (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Hobart Taylor 8100 Kenton, 77028. Closed Pending Additional Lifeguards
Independence Heights 603 East 35th, 77022 Sat, Tue, & Thu (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Judson Robinson, Sr. 1422 Ledwicke, 77029 Sat, Tue, & Thu (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Lincoln 1048 Grenshaw Sat, Tue, & Thu (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Love 1000 West 12th St., 77008 Sun (1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
Wed & Fri (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
MacGregor 5225 Calhoun, 77021 Sun (1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
Wed & Fri (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Mason 541 South 75 th, 77023 Sun (1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
Wed & Fri (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Memorial 6402 Arnot, 77007 Sun (1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
Wed & Fri (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Moody 3201 Fulton, 77009 Closed Pending Additional Lifeguards
Northline 6911 Nordling, 77076 Sun (1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
Wed & Fri (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
N. Wayside Sports &
Rec Center
9551 N. Wayside Drive Sat, Tue, & Thu (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Oak Forest 2100 Judiway St 77018 Closed Pending Additional Lifeguards
Reveille 7700 Oak Vista, 77087 Closed Pending Additional Lifeguards
Sagemont 11507 Hughes, 77089 Sun (1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
Wed & Fri (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Schwartz 8203 Vogue, 77055 Sun (1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
Wed & Fri (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Sharpstown 6855-A Harbor Town, 77036 Sat, Tue, & Thu (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Stude 1031 Stude, 77009 Sun (1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
Wed & Fri (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Sunnyside 3502 Bellfort, 77051 Sun (1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
Wed & Fri (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
T.C. Jester 4205 T.C. Jester, 77018 Sun (1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
Wed & Fri (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Tidwell 9720 Spaulding, 77016 Out-Of-Service
Townwood 3402 Simsbrook, 77045 Sat, Tue, & Thu (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Tuffly 3200 Russell, 77026 Out-Of-Service
Westbury 10605 Mullins, 77096 Out-Of-Service
Wilson Memorial 100 Gilpin, 77034 Sat, Tue, & Thu (1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
Windsor Village 14441 Croquet, 77085 Out-Of-Service

POOL RULES & REGULATIONS

Please note the following Pool Rules and Regulations designed to insure that your trip to a Houston Parks and Recreation Department (HPARD) pool is a pleasant one. Please note: Failure to obey a lifeguard on duty may result in immediate removal from the premises by law enforcement.

WATER SAFETY TIPS

  • Enroll children in swimming lessons.
  • Keep children under 10 years of age within arms-reach of you at all time.
  • Never allow children to swim alone, especially when lifeguards are not on duty.
  • No diving in less than 13 feet of water.
  • Always walk (do not run) when in an aquatic facility.
  • Only use USA coast guard approved life jackets that are properly fitted for the child’s weight and body size.
  • Do not allow children to ride on your back, do hand stand or any type of horseplay in swimming pools.
  • Use sunscreen, apply 30 minutes before being exposed to sun.
  • Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration before expose to a heated environment.

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