Swim & Water Programs
SWIMMING POOL LOCATIONS AND HOURS
From Coachella to La Quinta, we operate pools in several communities where you can take a class, children can learn to swim, or you can enjoy lap swimming.
Bagdouma Pool in Coachella – Hours
beginning June 5, 2021
Entry Fees: Adults $3, Children $2 (children under 3 years of
age are free)
Monday – Thursday:
4 – 7 p.m. (Youth Swim Lessons)
7 – 9 p.m. (Lap Swim)
Friday & Saturday:
5 – 9 p.m. (Lap Swim)
Sunday:
12 – 4 p.m. (Lap Swim)
Operation Splash – FREE CHILD SWIM LESSON PROGRAM
Through a generous grant from Kaiser Permanente, Desert Recreation District is pleased to offer Scholarships for Free Swim Lessons for children.
Lessons on technique, water safety and proper physical exercise – while having fun – can keep kids interested, engaged and safe.
Dates, days of the weeks, times and additional information about the swim lessons is on the application – first session of swim lessons is in June 2021.
Grade School Swim Classes
Swimming is an excellent way to stay fit and active, and we offer five levels of classes for youth, based on age and swimming ability.
Penguins 1 & 2: Get children with little or no swimming experience started with the basics. Water safety, floating, kicks, arm action and use of legs introduce kids to this terrific sport. Penguins 1, ages 6 ½ – 12 Years Old. Penguins 2, ages 8 – 12 Years Old.
Lap Swim
Competition lanes are open to guests to swim at set times; beginning March 1, 2021, lap swim is available at Fritz Burns Pool in La Quinta. $3 for those 18 years of age and over, and $2 for those under age 18. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 8 - 11 a.m.
Please email kpleming@drd.us.com or call 760-972-1033 to schedule your lap swim time. Thank you.