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Splash and Swim in South Phoenix

Splash Pads and Pools in South Phoenix, Ahwatukee, Laveen, and nearby

By Amy Tryon- Publisher of Macaroni Kid South Phoenix and Glendale May 7, 2021

As summer approaches, we will all be looking for ways to cool off. We have collected a list of pools and splash pads in South Phoenix, Laveen, Ahwatukee, and close surrounding areas for you. All of the below parks and pools have special rules and regulations so please make sure you visit the links provided to be sure you're following all rules. 

South Phoenix Splash Pads

City splash pads are open May 29 through October 1

Locations:

Trailside Point 7215 W Vineyard Rd, Laveen Village, AZ 85339

Pecos Park 17010 S 48th St, Phoenix, AZ 85048

Nuestro 1433 S 9th St, Phoenix, AZ 85034

Mountain Vista 13647 S. 50th St., Phoenix, AZ 85044

Francisco Highland 2702 E South Mountain Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85042

Edison 901 N 19th St, Phoenix, AZ 85006

Dust Devil 10645 W Camelback Rd, Glendale, AZ 85307

Civic Space 424 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004


South Phoenix City Pools

City of Phoenix pools open May 29, 2021

Locations:

El Prado Pool 6428 S 19th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85041

Encanto Pool 2125 N 15th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Falcon Pool 3420 W Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ 85009

Pecos Pool 17010 S 48th St, Phoenix, AZ 85048

Maryvale Pool 4444 N 51st Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85031

Starlight Pool 7810 W Osborn Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85033

Swimming Lessons:

Registration begins May 13, 2021 at 4:30. All lessons are free and for kids ages 3-12. Due to limitations, special events, water basketball, swim and dive teams, water aerobics, and adult lessons are postponed until 2022. 

Open Swim:

The Kool Kids program provides FREE open swim admission to youth at select City of Phoenix pools. All above pool locations are participating in the Kool Kids program. Contact your local pool for open swim times.

Register Here 


Ray and Joan Kroc Center

Summer hours starting May 24, 2021

The Kroc center offers both open play time and swimming lessons. They have a pool, slide, and splash pad/water play area.

Current Hours: 

Aquatics Center (Morning): 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM, Monday - Friday
Aquatics Center (Afternoon): 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Monday - Friday
Aquatics Center: 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM, Saturday
Slide: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Friday
Slide: 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM, Saturday

Summer Pool Hours:

Monday-Friday: 6:00AM - 7:30PM
Saturday: 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Sunday: Closed

Day Pass Rates:

Ages 3-11
$6
Ages 12-17
$8
Ages18-61
$10
Ages 62+
$8


Location:

1375 E. Broadway Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85040

Information about swimming lessons


Ahwatukee Community Swim and Tennis Center

Ahwatukee Swim and Tennis Center Passes and memberships available- no daily visit passes
Open June 1 - August 1

Hours:

Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:00 am – 2:45 pm
Tuesday, Thursday 11:00 am – 2:45 pm
Saturday 9:30 am – 12:45 pm
Sunday 8:00 am – 11:45 am

Youth swim lessons:

Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:30am-11 or 5:30-6pm
Session 1: June 1-June 10
Session 2: June 15-June 24
Session 3: July 6-July 15
Session 4: July 20-July 29 (no class July 29)

Surrounding Area and Other Options

For more swimming lesson options, check out your local Aqua-tots location in Ahwatukee or Ahwatukee Foothills YMCA

-Hudson Park Splash Pad 1430 S. Cedar St. Tempe, AZ 85281
-Jaycee Park Splash Pad  817 W. 5th Street Tempe, AZ 8528
-Desert Breeze Park 660 N. Desert Breeze Blvd. East Chandler, AZ 85226
Open swim- reserve a time for residents. Non residents allowed on walk up basis if there is room.
-Nozomi Aquatic Center 250 S. Kyrene Rd Chandler 85226

Remember to be safe and double check all guidelines they have in place currently. Have a great summer and stay cool!