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Summer programs open now - August.
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For Juniper: Construction on Franklin Avenue, expect detours and delays | Now – June 2027

A busy outdoor recreation pool at Juniper.

Make a splash! Bring your household and join us for recreation swim sessions.

Locations: Juniper Swim & Fitness Center and Larkspur Community Center

Recreation Swim Special: Good for Recreation Swim, Family Swim & Parent-Child Swim sessions
Fitness, Swim & Skate Pass or $8.oo fee per person when adult accompanies children, including spectators. Under 3 free.

Fees & Passes: Multi-facility swim and fitness fees, passes and discounts available.

Note: During inclement weather or poor air quality, be sure to check the Delays and Cancellations Report for impacts to operations.

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There's a lot of fitness and swim opportunities at Juniper and Larkspur. Come for a tour or orientation to learn more. Learn more about a Larkspur Tour.

Juniper Schedule

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See the Juniper Swim & Fitness Center facility schedule for all classes and activities.

Larkspur Schedule

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See the Larkspur Community Center facility schedule for all classes and activities.

About Rec Swim

Recreation Swim, Family Swim, Parent-Child Swim & Sensory-Friendly Swim



Recreation Swim, Family Swim and Parent-Child Swim are regularly offered in BPRD’s indoor pools and seasonally in the Juniper Outdoor Activity Pool (May – September).

Minor supervision for all facilities and pools: Children under age 10 must be must be supervised at all times by an adult or responsible person 16 years or older unless participating in an instructor-led program. In pools, infants, toddlers and weak swimmers must be supervised within arm’s reach. For details, view the Rules and Etiquette information.

  • Recreation Swim is open to all ages; however, children under 10 must be directly supervised by an adult or responsible person 16 years or older.
  • Family Swim is a perfect time for families to use the pools for recreating and swimming. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
  • Parent-Child Swim is a special time in the pool for adults and their young children ages 6 and under to explore the wonderful world of water and practice swimming skills. Adult supervision in the water is required. Swim diapers are required for those who are not toilet trained.
  • Sensory-Friendly Swim is a great alternative for our community members with diverse sensory needs to enjoy the pools and amenities. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Spa use is for ages 16 and up and children 6 – 15 only with an adult. Five and under may not use the spa.
  • $8 Recreation Swim Special: Good for Recreation Swim, Family Swim & Parent-Child Swim sessions
    Fitness & Swim Pass or $8.oo fee per person when adult accompanies children. Under 3 free.

About the Pools


Juniper Swim & Fitness Center

Olympic 50-Meter Pool:
The Olympic Pool is heated to 80-degree water temperature and is ideal for year-round training. It is used for lap swimming, water fitness and recreation swim and a moveable bulkhead allows the pool to be divided into two 25-meter pools. For summer, the roof panels remain in place while the gable end panels and all side openings are removed.

Indoor 25-Meter Pool
Perfect for swim lessons, water exercise, therapy and recreation swimming, this pool features comfortable 84-degree water, 4′- 12′ water depth, water basketball hoops and two one-meter diving boards.

Indoor Children’s Pool
The Indoor Children’s Pool is 90 degrees and features a pool depth of  2’6″ – 3′, a small slide and splash features.

Outdoor Activity Pool
The Outdoor Activity Pool is open approximately from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The Outdoor Activity Pool offers warm 85-degree water, slides, tumble buckets and a splash pad. The pool depth is 0″ – 3’6″. Slide use is available to those 42 inches and taller. The pool will not open if weather is wet, cold (around 60 degrees or colder) and/or overcast. Check schedules prior to leaving for availability.

Hot Tub, Dry Sauna & Steam Room

Hot tub use is available when indoor pools are open. These coed amenities are perfect for post-workout relaxation. Ages: 16 & up. During Family Swim and Parent-Child Swim: Hot tub use available for children ages 6-15 only with adult. 5 and under may not use the hot tub.

Larkspur Community Center

Recreation and Leisure Indoor Pool
The 4,000 square feet natatorium features a Myrtha-brand pool with soft touch bottom – which is perfect for water walking and shallow exercise classes. The pool depth ranges from 2’6” to 6’3” and the temperature ranges from 87 – 89 degrees and will emphasize therapeutic fitness, swim lessons and work out on your own.

ADA Access: The pool has a wheelchair elevator-style lift that is the first one in North America. This lift has a special wheelchair which can be rolled up the gate and operated by a wrist band and/or remote control. The additional lift is on the north end o the pool and is a chair lift that individuals can be transferred onto to be lowered into the pool. The hot has a rail affixed to the bench wall for transfers.

Current Channel & Hot Tub
The current channel can be utilized with the current turned on or off with hydro features in the center. Water classes can walk against the current for a low-impact resistance workout or you can just relax and go with the flow during recreation swim. The hot tub is perfect for post-workout relaxation. Current channel: Ages 16 & up; 12 – 15 with adult. Hot tub: 16 & up; 6 – 15 with adult during Family Swim and Parent/Child Swim. 5 and under may not use the hot tub.

Rules & Etiquette

Pool Etiquette

Help keep pools clean and safe.

  • Take a quick shower prior to entering a pool. Rinsing removes microscopic dirt, body oils and fluids, reducing the smell of chlorine on your body and around the pool.
  • Skip the body sprays, colognes and perfumes. Scented items react with chlorine and create smelly chloramine off-gasses, not the intended scent.
  • Mom was right. Try to go, even if you don’t think you need it. A preventative restroom break is best for kiddos and grownups. For small kids, use pool diapers for those who aren’t reliably toilet-trained. They're at the front desk.
  • Don't share the germs. Please don't use the pool if you or your child have had a fever or diarrhea in the past two weeks.
  • Aim for the deep end. No diving, except in the deep ends of the pools.
  • No monkey business. No running, roughhousing or unsafe behavior.
  • Slather on. Apply sunscreen lotion 30 minutes before entering the pool for proper absoprtion. This reduces chloramine-creating lotion in the pool and helps your skin block chlorine absorption. As courtesy to other users, use of lotion is encouraged over aerosol.
  • No glass anywhere. Broken glass in or near pools can result in extended pool closures and draining.

Supervision of Minors

  • In Facilities & Pools: All children under age 10 must be accompanied in the facility at all times by an adult or responsible person 16 years or older unless participating in an instructor-led program. In pools, infants, toddlers and weak swimmers must be supervised within arm’s reach.
  • Outdoor Water Slide: Slide use is available to those 42 inches and taller.
  • Small Children’s Pool: This pool is reserved for children age 6 and under and others who are unsafe in the larger pools. Older sibling/friends are permitted when there is room and only if playing appropriately. Adult supervision is required for all children swimming in the children’s pool.

Water Features

  • Deep Water Swim Requirements: Children must be able to comfortably swim one width of the pool (half on front, rolling over and half on back) to swim in the deep end or use the diving boards or rope swing. Lifeguards may require that you demonstrate your swim skills before using the deep end features. Lifejackets and/or catching and assisting children are not allowed.
  • Hot Tub: Youth ages 6 years and up are only allowed in the hot tubs with an adult guardian; not allowed during Open Recreation Swim.
  • Steam Room & Dry Sauna: Reserved for ages 16 and up.

Flotation Devices & Water Toys

  • Lifejackets are encouraged for non-swimmers, which we provide for use. People wearing lifejackets may not use the diving boards, rope swing or duck slide.
  • Water wings and assisted flotation devices are permitted but may not be used as a substitute for supervision, lifejackets or swimming ability. Non-swimmers using water wings or partial flotation devices will be required to have an adult with them in the water at all times.
  • Outside toys are not allowed.

Swim Parties

Interested in a pool party at one of the district’s facilities?

Pool party reservations are available seasonally.

Pool parties take place during Recreation Swim and include the use of the party room or outdoor party space before or during swimming for your celebration. Depending on space and time, private parties may be available too.

Learn more about pool party rentals at Juniper Swim & Fitness Center and Larkspur Community Center.