The Irwindale Aquatics Center has become a hub for year-round swimming, fitness classes and family recreation since its 2023 debut. Irwindale Aquatics Center offers residents a 25-meter competition pool, diving boards and a gentle wading pool for children. The facility also provides lap swim, aqua-fitness and adaptive programs that serve all ages and abilities.
Early Beginnings and Growth
Built on the Dan Diaz Recreation Center campus at 16053 Calle de Paseo, the aquatics facility opened its first season on March 27, 2023. Planners delayed the original March 18 launch to complete final safety inspections. City leaders designed the center to meet community demand for both competitive swimming and casual recreation. Summer open swim runs from early June through mid-August. Evening lap-swim and fitness classes extend through November to accommodate health-focused patrons.
Programs That Propel Health
A broad schedule of classes anchors the center’s offerings. Parent-and-me and beginner lessons serve children as young as four. Adult Learn-to-Swim classes, Mindful Waters meditation floats and aqua-fitness sessions fill the spring and fall calendar. Aquabilities adaptive programs welcome participants with disabilities. The Irwindale Sharks Swim Team trains youths aged 7 to 17 for meets across the region. Dive-in Cinema nights and Splash & Play days round out the social calendar.
Fees, Access and Registration
Residents with a valid Irwindale ID enjoy free admission. Nonresidents pay $2 per adult swim and $1.50 per child swim. Registration for classes and special events takes place on site. Interested families can call (626) 430-2248 or visit the City’s recreation page at https://www.ci.irwindale.ca.us/parks. Annual highlights include the Aquatic Center Expo in May and the Red, White & You barbecue each June.
Community Impact and Future Plans
Since opening, the center has attracted more than 10,000 swimmers. Local schools use the pool for swim meets and water-polo clinics. Senior Splash sessions give older adults low-impact activity options. City staff are exploring expanded evening hours and special-needs swim camps. Plans also call for poolside seating upgrades and improved landscaping to enhance the visitor experience.
With its first full summer behind it, Irwindale Aquatics Center continues to make water-based recreation more accessible. The facility’s blend of competitive features and family-friendly programs fills a vital need in the community. As programming grows, the center is poised to draw even more visitors and strengthen Irwindale’s reputation as a recreation destination.
