Swim lessons
Register for classes at Recreation.ScottsdaleAZ.gov.
Facility Closure Notice
McDowell Mountain Ranch Aquatic & Fitness Center will be closed from Nov. 24 through early March for pool resurfacing and other maintenance projects.
- Aquatic programs will be held at the Chaparral Aquatic Center
- Gym users are welcome to visit Cactus, Eldorado, or Club SAR fitness centers
We appreciate your patience as we complete these improvements.
Location and hours
Classes
All aquatic classes, such as water exercise and swim lessons, require registration and an additional fee. Check online registration for course descriptions, location, registration dates, course dates and times, and ages or call 480-312-7665.
Are you aware that a 15-year-old can be trained as a certified StarGuard Lifeguard and interview for job with Scottsdale?
Aquatics Links
Fees
| Cactus and Eldorado | Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Lap Swim/Fitness Center - Adult / Child | $4 / $3 | $6 / $4 |
| Lap Swim/Fitness Center Passes - Adult / Child (10 visits) | $40 / $30 | $60 / $40 |
| Lap Swim/Fitness Center Passes - Adult / Child (30 visits) | $96 / $72 | $144 / $96 |
| McDowell Mountain Ranch | Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Waterpark hours - Adult / Child | $7 / $5 | $10 / $7 |
| Daily Lap Swim/Fitness Center - Adult / Child | $4 / $3 | $6 / $4 |
| Lap Swim/Fitness Center Passes - Adult / Child (10 visits) | $40 / $30 | $60 / $40 |
| Lap Swim/Fitness Center Passes - Adult / Child (30 visits) | $96 / $72 | $144 / $96 |
Mission
Scottsdale Aquatics Vision: "Everyone Learns to Swim".
Mission: Provide the highest quality of aquatic instructional and recreation services to Scottsdale residents and visitors in order to help achieve that vision.
Our facilities provide affordable, safe, diverse activities to meet community needs, with a focus on drowning prevention and water safety awareness.
The Aquatic Maintenance staff do everything they can to keep the pools clear and clean. You can protect yourself and others from Recreational Water Illness by reviewing recommendations by the CDC for healthy swimming.
The Aquatic Centers conduct lifeguard and other safety drills. These drills are meant to simulate actual emergency situations and may occur during operating times. A red wrist band will be worn by the "person in distress" during these simulated drills. If you witness any such simulated emergency, please remain calm and follow the directions of the staff.
Last Updated: Nov 19, 2025
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