2026 Terra Linda Pool Summer Guide

The Terra Linda Pool in San Rafael is open and summer ready!

The weather is warming up, and we're getting ready for the best summer yet at the pool. We've compiled everything you need to know to set you up for a season full of swimming, events, camps, and fun. We can't wait to see you at the pool this summer!

Upcoming Events

Snow Cone Fridays at the pool in July

Snow Cone Fridays is back for the month of July! All swimmers who visit the pool on Fridays in July will receive one free snow cone between 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm while supplies last. Spend the afternoon swimming, cooling off, and enjoying a sweet treat with friends and family. Grab your swimsuit, bring your crew, and make Fridays your new favorite pool day this summer.

Love the Pool? Grab a Season Pass!

Love the pool as much as we do? Consider getting a season pass for you and your family this summer! ☀

Season passes are on sale now and valid for unlimited admission from May 21 through September 7 for one low price all summer long. Passes can be purchased online, at the Terra Linda Pool or Terra Linda Community Center, or by downloading a season pass form and emailing it to [email protected].

Not ready for a full season pass? 15-admission punch cards and daily admission options are also available.

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Planning a party? Consider having it at the Terra Linda Pool

Planning a birthday party, summer hangout, or group get-together? The Terra Linda Community Pool is one of Marin's easiest party spots for families. Kids stay busy with the pool, toddler splash area, inflatable, playground, and nearby grass space, while adults get a laid-back setup with shaded picnic areas and the option to bring their own food. You can pack snacks, order pizza, or grab takeout nearby without dealing with expensive venue catering. Indoor party room rentals also include a private air-conditioned space with tables and chairs for up to 30 guests, giving everyone a spot to eat cake, open presents, and cool off between swims.

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Camps, classes & other poolside opportunities

Camp TL (Splash Camp) - Ages 6-10

Spend a week at Terra Linda this summer playing games, crafting, swimming and more! This low student to counselor ratio camp provides youth supervised pool time and playground time, each bundled into their own fun weekly theme. Weekly sessions are offered and camp runs Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. Considering signing your child up for swimming lessons? The Camp TL team can coordinate lessons while your child attends camp.

Junior Lifeguard Camp - Ages 10-12

Learn the skills needed to help and respond in emergencies. An introduction into water rescues, entries, head and back injuries and first aid will be covered. Junior lifeguards will work on their swimming skills and endurance so they can be the best they can be when it's time to respond! Games, team building and new fun challenges daily.

Aquatic Aide Program - Youth (grades 6-9)

Enjoy working with children and like swimming? Apply to be an aquatic aide and work alongside swim instructors learning how to teach children how to swim. This is a great opportunity to learn how to fill out your first application and gain valuable skills that could someday lead you to a job at the pool. Aquatic Aides also receive a free season pass to the pool.

Intro to Masters Swim Class - Starting in July

*This class is not currently listed for registration. Please check back periodically.

Intro to Masters is designed for swimmers who can swim 25 yards of freestyle and want to improve technique and efficiency. Each session focuses on freestyle development with some work on other strokes, plus learning how to use the pace clock and get more out of each practice. Adult swimmers train together in a supportive group setting, with optional fins and paddles.

Watergym - Tuesday & Thursday mornings

Watergym at the Terra Linda Pool is a fun workout in the water focusing on muscular strength, endurance, flexibility, cardiovascular conditioning and more. Drop in and check out a class for $15.00 or visit https://www.watergym.com

Make This the Summer You Learn to Swim

Do you want to learn to swim, become a better swimmer or have a child that needs to learn how to swim? Terra Linda Pool offers swim lessons for kids, teens, and adults at every skill level! Choose between a group setting or private 1 on 1 sessions.

More Information | Learn Your Swim Level

Looking to level up? Explore our certification classes

Lifeguard Training

Interested in becoming a Lifeguard? American Red Cross Lifeguard training courses being offered throughout the season. Sign up soon as classes are filling quickly.

Babysitter Training

Become a certified American Red Cross Babysitter. Classes offered monthly or spend a week doing Babysitter University camp. Spend this summer getting certified and start your own babysitting business.

ARC Adult & Pediatric CPR, AED & First Aid

The American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED course incorporates the latest science and teaches students to recognize and care for a variety of first aid emergencies such as burns cuts scrapes sudden illnesses head neck back injuries heat and cold emergencies It's never too late to learn how to save a life. This course is offered monthly, with a Spanish-language option available in June.