Community Corner

Harvest West Pool Set To Open In June

It's almost time for summer fun at the pool.

News release from the City of Santa Cruz:

SANTA CRUZ, CA — Summer is almost here! Beginning June 6, Harvey West Pool will be open for swim lessons, water exercise, lap swim and recreation swim.

Harvey West Pool is a great place for youngsters to learn to swim. Jim Booth Swim School offers classes to anyone ready to take the plunge and become the swimmer they’ve always wanted to be. Jim Booth and his staff have been teaching in Santa Cruz County for over 40 years, and they are ready to turn your child into a super swimmer. Jim Booth Swim School can be reached at (831) 722-3500

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Water Exercise classes are held every Tuesday and Thursday from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. This low-impact class is perfect for those looking to get some exercise in our beautiful park setting. The cost is just $8 per class.

For those looking for a more relaxed experience, the pool is open for lap swim and recreation swim every day. The Harvey West lap pool is 25 yards with six lanes, and the cost of lap swim is just $7 per visit. Recreation swim is just $5.

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The Parks and Recreation Department also offers discounts to city residents for water exercise, lap swim and recreation swim. For every nine classes purchased, you will receive the tenth free. Passes will go on sale on May 26. Call (831)-420-5270 for more information.

Harvey West Pool is located at 275 Harvey West Blvd in Harvey West Park. Visit santacruzparksandrec.com for details.

This press release was produced by the City of Santa Cruz. The views expressed here are the author’s own.

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