Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Avery Aquatic Center

    4.6 (5 reviews)
    Closed Closed

    Avery Aquatic Center Photos

    You might also consider

    More like Avery Aquatic Center

    Recommended Reviews - Avery Aquatic Center

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    14 years ago

    Helpful 8
    Thanks 0
    Love this 8
    Oh no 1

    11 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 5
    Oh no 1

    13 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Ask the Community - Avery Aquatic Center

    Can non-alum access the pool and diving platform?

    Nope. You need Stanford affiliation.

    View All 2 Questions

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for Swimming Pools 3,700 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    Greenmeadow Community Center & Pool - Side of building, post and beams are about 8 ft apart.

    Greenmeadow Community Center & Pool

    4.8(14 reviews)
    3.1 mi

    Original Eichler Community Center, wonderfully preserved in a neighborhood of Eichlers. You can…read morefind these clusters easily with google maps by looking for neighborhoods with flat white roofs. Like other Eichlers, the building is abnormally and deceptively low to the earth with a wide sturdy footprint. The post and beam construction allows for larger windows and long-lasting durability. On closer approach you begin to notice a masterclass in natural, intimate lighting. You cannot go into the Montessori space unless your child is attending but if you ever have a chance to go into and Eichler you will be shocked by how well lit the inside is and how different natural light gradients make the space feel large, light, and comforting. I took a picture of an empty room and you can see how awesome the natural lighting is. The pool has a newer clubhouse designed in 2018 that complements the old community center in design. It has more modern bathrooms and changing facilities. The pool has a membership fee but it is clean and well maintained. You can't access the interior publicly so not worth coming unless you are a architecture diehard.

    The Greenmeadow Community Association is primarily for those families who live right here in the…read moresurrounding Eichler neighborhood, but they also offer associate swim memberships. We've been looking for a new swimming option, so I recently came by to check out Greenmeadow. In short it's a quaint neighborhood pool setup -- midday Saturday there were a few lanes blocked off for the lap swimmers while probably 2/3 of the pool was being used for kid and family play. There was a lifeguard on duty, but otherwise the feel was only a half-step more professional than a friend's backyard pool party. So that might sound like an insult to some, but the quiet familiar atmosphere actually holds a lot of appeal for me at this point (in contrast to say the Pacific Athletic Club, Decathalon Club, or other industrial-grade places we've been swimming at for the past few years). Associate membership runs $925 per family for the March-October season, so not insignificant, but reasonable if you're going to swim a lot. They are currently running a wait list of approximately one year. I haven't decided yet whether or not to throw our name on the list, but it's a pretty compelling option.

    Photos
    Greenmeadow Community Center & Pool - From greenmeadow.org

    From greenmeadow.org

    Greenmeadow Community Center & Pool - Clean and well-maintained pool

    Clean and well-maintained pool

    Greenmeadow Community Center & Pool - Front area, love the lighting

    See all

    Front area, love the lighting

    Eichler Swim & Tennis - Eichler Club Entry

    Eichler Swim & Tennis

    4.5(4 reviews)
    2.9 mi

    A lifetime of memories…read more I sat on the lawn of the Eichler club last year as they held an end of the season swim club award ceremony. My two eldest kids (6, 4) just finished their first season there and were sitting up front with all the other kids and friends they made that Summer. Music played alongside a slideshow of all the fun moments throughout the season. Every kid was pictured. They handed out awards, and as the sun was setting, members, coaches, and the senior class gave speeches to the young ones. My 6 year old son said it was the best day ever, and as I sat there sipping my sangria, I quietly agreed. It was a beautiful moment. Just weeks earlier, my 4 year old daughter was climbing away from the diving board, too scared to finally jump into the deep end of the pool. She had mustered up all her courage to finally do the jump as she waited in line to participate in a "best belly flop" fun event at the club. But when the moment came, in front of dozens of people, it was all too much for her. "ZOE, ZOE, ZOE!" The club was suddenly wildly cheering her on. My little girl then turned around and jumped in. It was her first time jumping off the diving board, and from then on that's all she wanted to do. A member had taken a video of the moment and kindly shared it with me. That's one I'll cherish for the rest of my life. I hope my daughter will too. I never really had these kind of moments growing up. And I don't even know where to find them if I wanted to somehow have more of them. But I do know that my kids have made special memories already here at the Eichler club, and I hope for many many more. ----- Anyway, aside from that I played tennis here almost everyday using the ball machine. It was fantastic. I never had trouble finding a court, and at the same time, there were enough people there that I could meet and play with other people of various levels. I'm still just a wait-list member (they were testing a Summer membership program), but whenever I can join again I'll probably pick up and play a lot more pickleball there as it's impossible to find courts elsewhere in the area. I heard they're adding lights to the courts too, hope that works out Highly recommend this place. While membership is inexpensive from a Palo Alto perspective, the wait-list is ~5 years long. So put in that deposit ASAP because like me you'll wish you did earlier.

    Grounds completely remodeled in 2014, Eichler Club is an excellent low key, approachable community…read moregem. Our kids enjoy meeting up with friends while playing foosball, ping pong, tennis, and jumping off the diving board. Year plus wait list can be intimidating. If joining is a consideration, suggest submitting $250 deposit while you think about it. 'About Eichler Club' membership link: http://eichlerclub.com/new-members/

    Photos
    Eichler Swim & Tennis - Front entrance of the Eichler Club

    Front entrance of the Eichler Club

    Eichler Swim & Tennis
    Eichler Swim & Tennis

    See all

    Menlo Swim and Sport - $9 ($5 child) resident and $10 ($6 child) non-resident drop-in swim...very warm pool...play, lap or toddler pool...

    Menlo Swim and Sport

    3.4(79 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    ever since i started taking swim classes last fall, i've had a strong desire to make time to…read morepractice. after doing some research, i found this community pool, right next to burgess park in menlo park...a very short drive from home. there are 2 large pools, one for classes/instruction and families, and the other for lap swimmers and swim team practice. the former is heated to 87 F, and the lap pool is ~80 F. i usually go to the shallow end of the lap pool which starts @ 3.5 ft. the deeper lanes increase to 7 ft. there are kickboards and pull buoys available for swimmers to use. the locker rooms have lockers to use (bring your own lock), showers, sinks and toilets. there are also some lockers out on the pool deck, or you can just put your things on a table/bench, near where you are swimming. i've always felt very safe here and never had anything stolen while i was swimming. pricing: menlo park residents $7 ($6 with student id) non-menlo park residents $8 ($7 with student id) most weekdays, they are open til 20.00 and most weekends, they are open til 16.00. parking is free in the dedicated parking lot for burgess park, and i've never had problems getting a closer spot whenever i came. great location and facility, very family-friendly!

    in comparison to other pools in the bay area, menlo swim is decent...not overly crowded...no time…read morelimit...pay $9 adult or $5 child resident and just $1 more for non-residents...check for drop-in schedule...go and pay before you entre...pool water is very warm...lap pool, fun pool and a separate gated toddler pool....swim laps or swim around in the open pool...grass area to picnic...lockers available, but bring your own locks...bathroom have open showers, so no privacy...soap provided...

    Photos
    Menlo Swim and Sport - Private and Semi-Private swim lessons

    Private and Semi-Private swim lessons

    Menlo Swim and Sport - Swim camp

    Swim camp

    Menlo Swim and Sport - Aqua Fit classes

    See all

    Aqua Fit classes

    Palo Alto Family YMCA

    Palo Alto Family YMCA

    3.1(104 reviews)
    2.6 mi

    First off, don't come expecting a gym like Equinox with a smoothie bar and a spa. With that being…read moresaid, for those looking for a solid gym, this is fantastic! First time at this location as I usually go to the Peninsula YMCA in San Mateo. This location is on par and I would be happy if this was my local gym. Cardio/weight room is large, but surprisingly crowded. They also have dedicated lap lanes in the swimming pool. When I came, people were playing pickleball in the gym. The cherry on top is the YKids which is great for those with little ones who want a safe place to play while you work out. Overall, no complaints!

    I came here multiple times in 2023 and it was the best gym I ever been to. The service is very nice…read moreand everyone who works here is very sweet. They even have a ping pong table if you are interested in that kind of stuff. This YMCA has a lot of history, Elon Musk was here in the 1990s. When I was here, they seemed to update the lockers and it became automatic which means you don't need to bring your own lock. It's nice and safe here with the exception of people acting rude. Almost everyone in Palo Alto comes here to exercise. I like how they have a nice hot tub and sauna if you want to get spa style amenities. I came to the hot tub multiple times and it was the best experience I ever had. There is also plenty off parking on the weekdays. Drawback: This is a bit far from where I live but really worth it.

    Photos
    Palo Alto Family YMCA - Elliptical machines

    Elliptical machines

    Palo Alto Family YMCA
    Palo Alto Family YMCA

    See all

    Avery Aquatic Center - swimmingpools - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...