Temescal Pool

Category: Public swimming pool in Oakland, California

Address: 371 45th St, Oakland, CA 94609, USA

Phone: +15105975013

Opening hours

Sunday: 11AM–2:30PM

Monday: 6:30–8:30AM

Tuesday: 12:30–2:30PM

Wednesday: 12:30–2:30PM

Thursday: 12:30–2:30PM

Friday: 12:30–2:30PM

Saturday: 11AM–2:30PM

Reviews

Lee Bell

Nov 20, 2021

Strictly by the rules... Doesn't matter if you are a regular or not! Excellent water quality and always clean! I forgot my mask the other day and the dude gave me one, but had an agro attitude about it as he threw it towards me? The manager is on point and is frequently around if you have any concerns or questions. Actually one of the nicest public pools I have ever been too!!! Great pricing for 10 to 30 visit deals and excellent senior prices that start at the age of 55...it is almost like swimming in fresh water...

Rachel Fode

Nov 26, 2019

Great pool. They have locker rooms - be sure to bring your own lock. If you are going regularly get on the mailing list since it has to close somewhat frequently (which is not uncommon for pools but they are a little more prone to issues than some other pools I have used). Also water temperature is good if you are actually swimming.

Margot Scheltens

Sep 14, 2016

This pool is nostalgic for me, as I grew up with going to swim practice at an outdoor pool for years as a kid. Like all local landmarks this place has character like the friendly staff, classic concrete pool area and locker rooms, hot showers, quality lockers, and the pool is heated! I see no major flaws. It's an older pool! (Not sure why the other reviewers are giving Temescal Pool one star. This isn't a brand new facility, and I'm pretty sure everyone that enjoys this pool knows that.) I bought a 30 swim pass and I aim to use every one. Thank you, Temescal Pool!

Rich Henry

Sep 10, 2016

It's a pool. Unfortunately, it's run down and in need of a serious overhaul. The staff is friendly but could care less about the condition of the place. The deck is strewn with melted candy and gravel. Hardly a surface you'd want to walk on with bare feet. The paint is peeling, mold abounds and the showers are from four centuries ago. The "tall" shower nozzle's water hit by stomach and the low showers hit my crotch. No joke. I've volunteered to power wash the candy off the deck numerous time with my own power washer and was laughed at, multiple times. There's dirt and debris all over the locker room so when you get out if the shower your feet are immediately filthy. I eventually left and joined a gym with a pool (for less money) when the pool became so cloudy I couldn't see more than fifteen feet in front of me. I still can't understand how they can't find money to invest in the place. My gym costs less, has all the amenities like amazing showers, hot tubs, sauna, steam room, weights, cardio equipment, towels, classes of every type and smells like cleaner all day everyday for less money. Really disappointing, the place has so much potential. Plus, when I was younger it was better kept up.

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Questions & Answers

is the pool heated?

Sonia Telle | Aug 22, 2018
michael edwin roberts jr | Aug 22, 2018

Yep, but definitely to workout temp not lounging temp like Dimond

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Is there parking lot?

Miada Ahmed | Aug 22, 2018
Juan Acevedo-Lucio | Aug 22, 2018

No. Street parking only.

Is a bathing cap required?

Chris Kerr | Aug 22, 2019
Marco Cavalli | Aug 22, 2019

Nope

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When is the pool least crowded during the day?

Johanna Widger | Aug 22, 2019
Juan Acevedo-Lucio | Aug 22, 2019

I've noticed mornings are less crowded, and weekdays... But it's not always like that

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Is there a shallow end for kids? and are they welcome during regular hours?

Sharon Osmond | Aug 22, 2018
lucas strauss | Aug 22, 2018

Kids are welcome only during open swim hours. This is a serious lap swimming pool during lap swim hours.

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Do they have swimming lessons here? If so, what's the age limit and how much does it cost?

Anusika Jegatheeswaran | Aug 22, 2018
S J | Aug 22, 2018

They do have lessons there i believe for all ages. Not sure the cost i would suggest checking online or getting a parks and rec summer magazine to get prices.

Do you have weekly water aerobic classes for seniors?

Libby Clark | Aug 22, 2018
OPR Aquatics | Aug 22, 2018

not at temescal, we have aerobics class at East Oakland Sports Center. We also have tri-fit offered at Lions and Defremery which is a slightly more intense exercise on a water bike in the water as well as other water exercises.

Is it free, or how much do you have to pay

Queen_bin Laden | Aug 22, 2018
michael edwin roberts jr | Aug 22, 2018

$6 per visit or you can get 10 and 30-swim passes at a discount

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