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 (ages 4+) who are new to the water or building foundational swim skills.
Adults who never learned to swim and want to feel safe and independent in the water
Older adults or individuals with past water trauma looking for gentle, patient instruction
People with disabilities or physical limitations
who need accessible, therapeutic instruction.
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
Children (ages 4+) who are new to the water or building foundational swim skills.
Adults who never learned to swim and want to feel safe and independent in the water
Older adults or individuals with past water trauma looking for gentle, patient instruction
People with disabilities or physical limitations
who need accessible, therapeutic instruction.
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.
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.

Contact us today to see if
your insurance is accepted.
Insurance accepted
Family Memberships
Annual Memberships
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
Hear what our members have to say!

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."

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

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!
Get answers to frequently asked questions.
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.
Class schedules at Pools of Hope are regularly updated. To get the most current class schedule, please reach out to us directly.
Pools of Hope's hours may change seasonally or for special events. For the latest information on our hours, please contact us.
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.
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.
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.


Our Location
6801 Long Beach Blvd.
Long Beach, CA 90805

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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