When the temps heat up, dive into summer and chill out with the Placerville Recreation Department. 

Downtown Placerville’s popular Aquatic Center is open daily for recreational swimming beginning May 26 and features three unique swimming areas with waterslides, an interactive water play structure, diving board, and shallow water play area. Discounted summer passes are available for the entire family, so why not take the plunge? 

Littles ones can learn how to swim in a welcoming environment alongside enthusiastic, patient instructors who make the lessons fun while maximizing skill practice and building confidence. Morning and evening classes run throughout the summer and are perfect for beginners, intermediate, and advanced swimmers. Group and private lessons are available for toddlers through adults, and parents can even join their youngster (ages nine months to three years old) in the parent-child class. Register early for the best class availability!

Looking for a cool way to work out this summer? Swimmers ages 15 and up can take advantage of a self-paced lap swim program with morning and weekend times available. Seniors (ages 55+) receive discounted admission, thanks to the Marshall Foundation for Community Health.    

Want to try one of the fastest-growing sports in the area?  The Beginning Water Polo Camp is a fun opportunity to learn the basics of the sport, build endurance, and enjoy a little friendly competition.

Make a splash by celebrating a birthday or special event at the Aquatic Center; the facility is available for parties and private rentals throughout the season.