Clean & organized. Private lessons are available as well as free swimming time with a very low…read moreentry fee.

The staff is really kind, the pool is always a perfect temperature, and I can always get a lane!…read moreThey're also very affordable. I only wish they were open Monday mornings but I understand staffing can be tough! My go-to pool for laps in LA.

Just wanted to express my gratitude to Marisol! Thank you for generously sharing your knowledge and…read moretaking the time to guide our beginner class. You made us feel supported and inspired every step of the way! Fyi, their lot parking is a bit tricky I recommend arriving at least 15 mins before class for adequate time. Street parking available but also tricky.

One LA's best pools in town from staff/lifeguards to the crowd, pool always has a good vibe with…read morelots of people.

This pool has some of the best hours for lap swimmers! There are lanes open Tues-Fri noon-7pm and…read moreSat - Sun 1pm-5pm. That's primarily the reason I chose to go here today. I wanted to get some sun and get a swim in. When I showed up, I gave $4 to the cashier and entered the pool area through the bronze metal gate. I went straight to the changing stalls to strip off my street clothes and get into my swimwear. I left my bag with the bag attendant and in exchange, he gave me a pin with a number on it. The lap lanes were pretty empty at 4pm on a Wednesday. There was some sun in my lane but lots of it was shady. I think the pool gets lots is shade even when it's at the peak of the day, which is really good if you don't want to get boiled during your swim. The pool itself was okay. A little cloudy and very shallow at one end of my lane. There was a large timing clock (analog) which I used to time my workout. The thing about this pool that I think is interesting is that it's very no-frills. There are no locker rooms or changing rooms - just stalls for everyone and outdoor showers for everyone. There are also coed bathrooms. If you're the type of person that likes to get naked in the shower and really clean yourself well and then change, maybe this pool isn't for you. It's more for the folk who like to rinse off at the pool and then shower at home. I think that's really important to note. Another note is that they have pool equipment open for use including pull buoys, kickboards, fins and hand paddles. So cool! I'd come here again for a relaxing swim and if I didn't need to be anywhere afterwards. It's pretty cheap and the lifeguards are nice. Parking is plenty. There is a huge lot!!

I just swam at here. And let me tell you the staff were being rude to me and others only because…read morethey trying to leave early. 100% this would not happen if the manager was actual around. They felt they can change the schedule with the whole staff in on it. At 4:45pm Lifeguards and staff announcing that the pool is closed. By 4:56pm, the lifeguard on deck at that time stops me to kick me out of the water. I checked my watch and I said it's 4:57pm. The lifeguards checked his watched and said it' was 4:59pm, a flat lie. As this rude lifeguard stands over my hear, I hear a female swimmer complaining that the female clerk was yelling at her to get out because the pool is closed. I saw the lady check watch is was 4:57pm and confirmed that is is 4:57pm . So, I get out at 5:00pm, the deck guard, standing over my lane almost in my way of getting out. The lady and spoke and I suggested a Yelp review, because the staff decided to close early because the manager was not in today. The lifeguard and clerk were rude to us and already had mentally had checked out. So, I'm wondering to myself who decided to kick the patrons out early because to close a pool early you need a good reason. Anyways, I hope the managers reads this and corrects the error of these closing staff members.

This review is long overdue, but I finally learned the name of the young man who made such a…read morelasting impression on my family. Over the last few months, I visited several times, and each time there was a young employee named Vardges who consistently went above and beyond. He was incredibly helpful, patient, and genuinely kind -- the sort of person who doesn't just do his job well but quietly elevates the entire atmosphere around him. What stood out most was the way he interacted with my young daughter. His patience and warmth toward her were sincere and unwavering, and that kind of care stays with a parent. It certainly stayed with me. People like Vardges make a real difference in their community, often without realizing it. I truly hope he gets the recognition he deserves. Thank you, Vardges, for setting such a wonderful example and for making every visit better than the last.

Very disappointing experience at this pool. We came on Sunday during the time that was listed for…read morepublic swimming, but the staff told us the schedule was "wrong" and that we had to wait two hours because classes were happening. What was frustrating is that we were not allowed to enter the pool at all, and they didn't even offer us the option to join the class instead. We are local residents and cannot easily come back at another time, so this was very inconvenient. If the schedule changes, it should be clearly updated so people don't waste their time coming here. Very poor communication and customer service. And baby cried all morning because I promised him to go there.

I discovered the RBAC after retiring from UCLA where I had 3 pools to chose from. This is an…read moreexcellent facility -- good maintenance and well-run. I love the Comp pool on long-course. I do hope we will hear more soon about how access for members will have to be adjusted to get ready for and host 2028 Olympics diving events.

I left a 1-star review about the swimming pool lessons because of my experience, and the manager…read morereplied asking me to send them a letter to follow up. I did that, but after sending it, I never received any response or update. It feels disappointing when there is an initial reply but no real follow-through afterward. I was hoping for at least some acknowledgment or resolution, but unfortunately nothing came back. I'm sharing this so others are aware of the communication issues.

I recently stayed here for a conference, and everything screamed vintage but athletic club, too…read more The hotel room is VERY spacious, though it erred on the side of dark. As usual, water in the room costs money, and there are a few other products with hidden price tags in the room, too. Surprisingly, toothbrush and toothpaste was not provided. The water for showering also doesn't get too hot. In terms of the athletic space, the machines were very easy to access. There was never a wait even on weekend afternoons. The lap pool was my favorite part - clean and calm. There was some miscommunication between the lobby and the store, as one said there is no reservation system but there in fact was. But even when told all the lanes were fully reserved, more than half weren't in use. Parking is a bit of a hassle; for non-members it's definitely not worth it. At the time of visit, the parking machine wasn't working. There are also sperate elevators for parking vs the athletic club / hotel area which was a little confusing. The stair numbers also didn't coordinate the best with actual level.

My sister has been a long time member and tonight I hosted my first event for her at LAAC and the…read moreteam was incredible! Pedro (the man) was in charge of our happy hour and came out the gate, straight in charge, as I navigated hosting my first professional event and was exceptionally friendly and helpful! Extra shout out to our amazing bartender Georgette who was -- AMAZING! Pedro, Georgette and the whole staff were extremely friendly, professional and our ensured our first company happy hour was smooth and lively. 5 stars, gold stars! Highy recommend and can't wait for our next company event here with such a great team of support staff Extra kudos to Georgette and Pedro for their services and helping me guarantee a sure lock-in for our first (and many more) events and ensuring i looked goos foe our company event. Thank you so much!!

This pool is genuinely one of the most underrated little spots on the east side . Heated indoor…read morepool, chill people, no fake luxury wellness bs. Just vibes. It feels nostalgic in a comforting way, very classic LA community energy. And 100% kid friendly!!

First time visit: I called beforehand to ask if the pool was opened and the front desk woman was…read morevery rude. I wanted to confirm I was calling the pool phone number and not the park and she proceeded to answer me with attitude. I understand everyone has their days but I don't believe that's the attitude to carry when working in a children or family environment. Other than the rude lavender headed receptionist, all other life guards and staff were helpful and friendly. The pool itself was big and spacious for everyone to enjoy.

Remember that many public pools across U.S. cities were backfilled with concrete rather than…read moreallowing people of color to swim with the white man during the 1960s and 1970s. That itself gives this historic structure a miraculous feel because it survived desegregation in an apartheid state that still tries to hide/deny its ugly white supremacism. Nonetheless, the racist, capitalist model of diminishing public infrastructure because they provide benefit to non-whites equally, prevails. The changing rooms are a shambles. Ironically, in many poorer nations where I have used municipal pools, they have smarter, more updated locker rooms. (This reveals the character of what passes for national culture.) Enough now with the disparagement and let's pivot to this historic pool. The length is perhaps Olympic size but the deep end of the pool is in the middle. It's cordoned off into three sections across, allowing a lap swimmer to benefit from the deepest central third, although it is not a full 25 yards across. The water is much clearer than in Glassell Park and perhaps it's because it is not as heavily used? I found there's a solid jet stream of pumped water underneath leading to a kind of "rip tide" effect in the pool. You have to work harder to get across because of the undercurrent. It's quite enjoyable. The lack of trees around this pool makes the sun feel harsh, but the nearby Gold line train gives it a feeling of being part of a vibrant metro region. As well I was smelling street tacos from a nearby truck, very aromatic I was delighted to find this pool during one of the extended brutal heat waves of triple digit temperatures that are commonplace now thanks to climate change. However, consistent with the history of white colonizers being callous about the welfare of non-white citizens, and overriding the unique realities of western geography in favor of conformity with norms from the northeast, the City of LA Parks and Recreation department feels the need to shut down pools like this one during LA's *hottest months* of September and October. In other words, yes, the City of LA would rather people of this area suffer the heat than keep this pool open to allow for some respite for vulnerable human bodies. LA's hottest months are always September and October. City of LA Parks and Recreation: We don't care. Finally, note there is limited parking in a lot which exits into a mega-dip in the street side curb that will crack most sedans' chassis... Call 818-804-7570 about hours.

The front desk and locker room staff are friendly and helpful. The atmosphere is fun! I swim…read morelaps mostly. But I've brought my grandson to play as well. It's an asset to the neighborhood. Just wish it was open year round !!!

Workers in front desk need to be nice and respectful with the customers and need better service.read more

Nice small pool to come with friends and good place to come relax and get a tan. I also like the…read morestaff here because their welcoming !

Gorgeous spot to have a nice dirt path hike through to catch a sunset and some cool views of the…read moreDTLA landscape. The air up there is nice and it's not too windy or anything. Depending on the amount of people up there, it can be calm and surreal enough to make for a good picnic to watch the sky and enjoy the sights. My friend and I didn't walk too far down the dirt path as we parked near the Elysian Park sign. We only walked straight to the large concrete displays with grafitti on them. We both enjoyed our experience here so much and took note of the type of shoes we need to wear next time! Would definitely want to explore back here again!

Elysian Park is one of my favorite hikes/runs right outside of downtown LA, right by Dodger…read moreStadium. Pro tip: Do the hike counterclockwise. When Dodger Stadium is behind you and you face the mountain, start counterclockwise--trust me, you'll thank me. On the way back, you'll enjoy a gorgeous downtown view. At the top, there's a painted seating area where you can rest and soak it all in. A couple of things that could be better: It's a dirt/sand path, so wear shoes you don't mind getting dusty--unless you want to spend each day cleaning them. It's usually around 6,000 steps for me--though that varies--and roughly 400 calories burned (but don't quote me on that!). Overall, it's about a 45-minute hike/jog with ups and downs--just enough to get your heart going, and then you can treat yourself to a city-state after. Pretty good overall--highly recommend it!