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San Antonio Natatorium
1430 W. Cesar E. Chavez Boulevard
207-3299

San Antonio Natatorium closed temporarily for renovations;
Outdoor pools offer Natatorium swimmers other opportunities

The San Antonio Natatorium, 1430 E. Cesar Chavez Blvd., temporarily closed its doors beginning Monday, June 17, 2013, in order to allow renovations to occur during the summer outdoor pool season. The closing is timed to give Natatorium swimmers other options for their swimming enjoyment.

The $400,000 project, funded from the 2012-2017 Bond Program, includes replacement of a textured material on the floors with a new non-slip flooring, replacement of sky lights, and restroom modifications.

The Parks and Recreation Department has identified a number of alternative locations for Natatorium patrons to continue to swim during the time the facility is closed. Senior swim will be offered at Woodlawn Lake Park pool and the Westside YMCA, for example, while adult lap swim will be offered at the Parks Department’s four regional pools and the Westside YMCA. Individual and group swim lessons will be available at several outdoor pools during the summer season. To view a listing of the alternative locations, click on the link below:

Alternate Locations/Schedule

Summer Schedule

Winter schedule

Water Aerobics

Water Aerobics are offered Monday through Thursday from 6:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. A monthly pass is available for $30.

Natatorium Rental

Natatorium Reservation Application ( PDF 5kb)

San Antonio Natatorium History

The San Antonio Natatorium was built in June of 1981 on the old Sidney Lanier High School Track. City Council member Henry Cisneros was instrumental in working with the San Antonio Independent School District (SAISD) in developing the concept. At the time, the $3.2 million facility was the flagship for the City of San Antonio and South Texas. The venue has provided numerous high school, international and local age-group competitions. The Olympic team from Australia trained at the natatorium in December 2000. Olympic Gold Medalist Misty Hyman, Bruce Hayes, Grant Hackett and Karen Perkins have graced the water of the San Antonio Natatorium.

Built with federal grant funds, it was geared toward allowing inner city children an opportunity to develop and compete in competitive swimming and diving. the facility has produced an Olympic trial qualifier, numerous UIL state qualifiers (swimming and diving), regional champions, and has served thousands of SAISD swimmers and divers.

The Aquatic Center at Palo Alto College

Swimming activities are also available at The Aquatic Center at Palo Alto College, which the City of San Antonio co-manages with the Alamo Community College District.
1400 W. Villaret
210-486-3800

Open Monday through Saturday.
This aquatic center is open to the public for Community Open Swim for people of all ages. The Summer Season is June 4 through Aug. 26. The cost is $2 for children 17 and under; $3 for adults 18 to 59; and $2 for seniors 60 and older. The schedule this summer is
Monday - Thursday: 1-4:30 p.m.
Saturday: Noon - 6 p.m.
Sunday: Noon - 4 p.m.
Adult Lap Swim:
Monday - Thursday: 7:15 - 9 a.m.
Noon - 1 p.m.
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Office Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7:15 a.m. - 5 p.m.
The Aquatic Center at Palo Alto College Brochure

Children 17 years and younger must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Parents and legal guardians are also responsible for the admission cost per person regardless of age or whether they swim.