Group Rates and Reservations
The Ventura Aquatic Center is located at 901 S. Kimball Rd, Ventura CA, 93001. The facility includes a recreation pool, water playground pool with a zero-depth entry, a 50 meter competition pool with two 1meter and two 3 meter diving stands, dressing room areas, and picnic areas. The facility is available for rental when no other City programs are scheduled.
Private Group Rental Rates
Private group rentals are available for shared use during open business hours when no other City programs are scheduled or after business hours. Fees reflect shared use during business hours or sole use during non-operational hours. Rental fees are divided into three categories:
Category 1: Permittees must be non-profit groups with current Internal Revenue Code 501(c)(3), government agencies, community councils and public schools.
Category 2: Permittees must be community service groups or organizations without current Internal Revenue Code 501(c)(3) status. Permittee activities must provide services that meet community needs.
Category 3: Permittees in this category include persons conducting private events. Example of Category 3 permittees are individuals, groups, businesses and organizations holding private functions including without limitation, weddings, wedding receptions, sports and recreational activities, corporate retreats and other similar types of activities or non-profit groups and organizations that have closed memberships such as fraternal clubs, political, religious, and unions.
| Category | Competition Pool | Recreation Area | Full Facility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category 1 | $40/hr | $80/hr | $120/hr |
| Category 2 | $80/hr | $140/hr | $220/hr |
| Category 3 | $120/hr | $200/hr | $320/hr |
In addition to the hourly rate:
- Lifeguard fee of $15/hr is required for every 20 people with a two-guard minimum for all rentals.
- A $25 non-refundable application fee made payable to the City of Ventura is required.
- A $200 Facility/Equipment Deposit made payable to the City of Ventura is required. This deposit will be refunded if the facility and all the equipment is returned in the condition it was prior to the rental. The refunded deposit will be processed and mailed within 14 working days after the rental.
Insurance Required
A Certificate of Insurance providing coverage for General Liability in an amount not less than $1,000,000 Combined Single Limit and $2,000,000 Aggregate. In addition, an Additional Insured Endorsement or Policy Declaration change naming the City of Ventura as Additional Insured is required.
The Certificate Holder Information should read:
City of San Buenaventura
Community Services Department - Aquatics
901 S. Kimball Rd.
Ventura, CA 93004
Permit Process
- Complete and return the enclosed Application for Facility and/or Equipment Use along with a $25 non-refundable application fee and a separate $200 refundable Facility/Equipment Deposit made payable to the City of Ventura.
- Reservations and payment must be made at least 15 working days in advance.
- If it becomes necessary to request a fee refund, please be aware that refunds are made only under two conditions:
- When adverse weather conditions prevail and the reservation is canceled.
- When you notify us of cancellation at least 10 working days prior to the event.
Group Responsibilities and Information
- In order to prevent unauthorized persons from entering, a member of the group shall be stationed at the door to admit only authorized individuals.
- The lifeguard on duty will enforce all swimming pool rules and regulations. Lifeguards will give final instructions at a general meeting in the pool area when you arrive.
- Groups using the pool area will be responsible for their own clean up.
- There must be someone in the pool area at all times who can take responsibility for the group.
General Pool Rules
- No diving except in the competition pool.
- No running on the pool deck, or in the pool building.
- Dangerous horseplay, including hanging on the back of other swimmers, pushing people into the pool, dunking or splashing is prohibited.
- The use of drugs, alcohol, or tobacco products is prohibited.
- Children age 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Active in-water adult supervision (within an arms length) is required for all non-swimmers.
- No pets allowed in the facility at any time.
- Food or drinks are allowed only in designated picnic areas.
- Lifeguards may prohibit any other activities deemed as unsafe.
Thank you for your interest in renting the Ventura Aquatic Center. If you have any question please contact the Aquatic Center office at 805-654-7512.