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Call Us

(310) 537-2224

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Our Location

6801 Long Beach Blvd.

Long Beach, CA 90805

Learn to Swim with Confidence

Swim Lessons for Kids & Adults in Long Beach

Whether you’ve never stepped into the water or want to help your child feel safe and strong in the pool, Pools of Hope offers warm-water swim lessons designed for all ages and ability levels.

Our ADA-accessible facility and experienced instructors create a supportive environment where swimmers build skills, confidence, and joy—at their own pace.

Children

Children (ages 4+) who are new to the water or building foundational swim skills.

Adults

Adults who never learned to swim and want to feel safe and independent in the water

Seniors

Older adults or individuals with past water trauma looking for gentle, patient instruction

People with Disabilities or Physical Limitations

People with disabilities or physical limitations

who need accessible, therapeutic instruction.

Learn to Swim with Confidence

Swim Lessons for Kids

& Adults in Long Beach

Whether you’ve never stepped into the water or want to help your child feel safe and strong in the pool, Pools of Hope offers warm-water swim lessons designed for all ages and ability levels.

Our ADA-accessible facility and experienced instructors create a supportive environment where swimmers build skills, confidence, and joy—at their own pace.

Benefits of Learning to Swim

  • Increased safety and drowning prevention

  • Improved physical coordination and motor skills

  • Boosted confidence and independence

  • A lifelong fitness skill that supports heart health and mental well-being

  • Access to future recreational and therapeutic water activities

We Offer Swim Lessons for:

Children

Children (ages 4+) who are new to the water or building foundational swim skills.

Adults

Adults who never learned to swim and want to feel safe and independent in the water

Seniors

Older adults or individuals with past water trauma looking for gentle, patient instruction

People with Disabilities or

Physical Limitations

People with disabilities or physical limitations

who need accessible, therapeutic instruction.

Ready to Start?

Complete the form below to register for swim lessons or request more information.

We’ll follow up to match you with the right instructor and schedule.

Ready to Start?

Complete the form below to register for swim lessons or request more information.

We’ll follow up to match you with the right instructor and schedule.

We accept most insurance.

Contact us today to see if

your insurance is accepted.

  • Insurance accepted

  • Family Memberships

  • Annual Memberships

Benefits of Learning to Swim

  • Increased water safety and drowning prevention

  • Improved physical coordination and motor skills

  • Boosted confidence and independence access to future recreational water activities

  • A lifelong fitness skill that supports heart health and mental well-being

From Our Warm Waters to Your Warm Heart

Hear what our members have to say!

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D.

Pool Member

"I love the pool and it helps me to feel free from my cerebral palsy. I wish I could live in the water."

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Ernestine

Pool Member - 10+ years

"Pools of Hope Keeps Me Dancing!" Ernestine has been dancing in the waters of hope for over 10 years.

Want to make a splash?

Donate to Pools of Hope!

Pools of Hope embraces diversity, equity and inclusion as the cohesive components of our programming. All of our services have been created directly in response to community needs, addressing the health and wellness concerns of residents, ensuring that people living with a physical or developmental disability have access to therapeutic services, and providing resources that improve overall quality of life. For more than six decades, Pools of Hope has been a trusted provider of aquatic specialty services, health education, and supportive services that strengthen resilience in the South Bay, South Los Angeles, and beyond. 

Pools of Hope programs are funded by foundation and government grants, corporate sponsors, revenue-generating services, and YOU! 

We appreciate every donation, because all dollars go towards programming that provides safe, equitable access to therapeutic, rehabilitative, and recreational aquatic programs that enable community members to thrive. Thank you for your support!

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to frequently asked questions.

What is the price of membership?

The price of membership at Pools of Hope varies based on the type of membership and duration. For the most up-to-date pricing information, please contact us directly.

Can I have a class schedule?

Class schedules at Pools of Hope are regularly updated. To get the most current class schedule, please reach out to us directly.

What are Pools of Hope’s hours?

Pools of Hope's hours may change seasonally or for special events. For the latest information on our hours, please contact us.

Can I get aquatic physical therapy or occupational therapy without a prescription?

Aquatic physical therapy or occupational therapy at Pools of Hope typically requires a prescription. However, policies may vary, so please contact us for the most accurate information.

What types of insurance are accepted?

Pools of Hope accepts various types of insurance. To find out if your insurance is accepted, please get in touch with us for the most current details.

How old do you have to be to use the pool?

The age requirement to use the pool at Pools of Hope may vary depending on the specific program or activity. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please contact us directly.

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Our Location

6801 Long Beach Blvd.

Long Beach, CA 90805

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Operating Hours

Tues & Thurs: 9am - 3pm | 4pm-7:30pm

Wed & Fri: 8:30am - 3pm

Sat: 7:45am - 1pm

Sun & Mon: Closed

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