Contact the City of Santa Fe Recreation Division
Melissa Bustos
Youth Program Manager
mabustos@santafenm.gov
505-955-4005
Recreation News & Events
BICENTENNIAL TOT POOL OPEN
We are pleased to announce that the Tot Pool at Bicentennial is operational and will be opening for regular session starting today, 6/4/26 at 10:30 am.
We thank you for your patience while this repair was completed and look forward to seeing you soon!
Fort Marcy Limited Lap Swimming
Starting on Monday, June 8th, the pool at the Fort Marcy Recreation Complex will be opening on Mondays and Wednesdays ONLY.
Swimming times as follows:
Mondays: 11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Wednesdays: 11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Community Update on City Pools and Aquatic Facilities
To help keep the community informed, the City of Santa Fe has compiled answers to questions about recent pool closures and aquatic facility operations. The information below provides additional context about maintenance practices, staffing, repair processes, and ongoing efforts to support safe and reliable aquatic services for Santa Fe residents.
Temporary Closure of Hot Tub and Slide at GCCC
Effective May 27, the Genoveva Chavez Community Center (GCCC) hot tub will be temporarily closed while crews replace the swimming pool motors.
City of Santa Fe Summer Swim Updates
Genoveva Chavez Community Center Summer Hours
Starting May 26th
Monday through Friday
- Lap Swim: 6:00a.m. to 7:30p.m.
- Therapy Pool Sessions:
- 6:00a.m. to 9:00a.m.
- 12:30p.m. to 2:00p.m.
- 6:00p.m. to 7:30p.m.
- Youth Summer Camp Recreation: 9:30a.m. to 10:30a.m.
- Visiting youth Camp Session: 10:45a.m. to 11:45a.m.
- Open Recreation (all ages): 2:00p.m to 6:00p.m.
Saturday and Sunday
- Lap Swim: 8:30a.m. to 3:30p.m.
- Therapy Pool: 8:30a.m. to 10:30a.m.
- Toddler time (ages 4 and under): 10:30a.m. to 12:00p.m.
- Recreation Swim: 12:30p.m. to 3:30p.m.
Bicentennial Swimming Pool
Open May 26th through August 2nd
Monday through Friday
- Lap Swim Only: 6:00a.m. to 10:30a.m.
- Recreation Session 1 (lap swim included): 10:30a.m. to 3:00p.m.
- Tot Pool Session 1: 10:30a.m. to 3:00p.m.
FACILITY CLOSED: 3:00p.m. to 3:30p.m.
- Recreation Session 2 (lap swim included): 3:30p.m. to 7:00p.m.
- Tot Pool Session 2: 3:30p.m. to 7:00p.m.
Saturday and Sunday
- Recreation Session 1 (lap swim included): 10:30a.m to 1:30p.m.
- Tot Pool Session 1: 10:30a.m. to 1:30p.m.
FACILITY CLOSED: 1:30p.m. to 2:00p.m.
- Recreation Session 2 (lap swim included): 2:00p.m. to 5:00p.m.
- Tot Pool Session 2: 2:00p.m. to 5:00p.m.
PATRONS MUST EXIT THE FACILITY BETWEEN SESSION AND PAY FOR EACH SESSION ATTENDED.
FORT MARCY POOL: CLOSED MAY 23RD THROUGH AUGUST 2ND
SALVADOR PEREZ POOL: CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE FOR REPAIRS.
Aquatic Hours
Click Here to View Current Aquatic Hours
2026 Summer Youth Program Registration Opens April 8
Registration for the 2026 Summer Youth Program is a two-step process.
Step 1: Schedule Your Registration Appointment Online
Beginning Wednesday, April 8, at 8:00 a.m., you must schedule a registration appointment online.
Click here to schedule your registration appointment starting Wednesday, April 8, at 8:00 a.m.
You must schedule an appointment online before you can register.
Step 2: Attend Your In-Person Registration Appointment
After scheduling your appointment, you must attend your in-person registration appointment on:
Saturday, April 11, 2026
Genoveva Chavez Community Center
3221 Rodeo Road, Santa Fe, NM 87507
Registration will take place in person at your scheduled appointment time.
Program Overview
Ages: 6 to 12 years
Dates: Monday, June 1, to Friday, July 24, 2026
Attendance: Full-time required
Fees: Sliding-scale structure
Payment is due at the time of registration.
Required Documentation
Proof of age and income are required.
Proof of Age (bring one):
Birth certificate
Passport
Immunization records
Proof of Income:
Most recent tax return for the household
Most recent pay stubs for the household, Social Security, or disability
2026 Program Sites
Kearny Elementary School
Salazar Elementary School
Nina Otero Community School
Cesar Chavez Community School
Gonzales Community School
Activities
Participants engage in structured group activities, including:
Swimming
Ice skating
Court sports and games
Arts and crafts
Field trips
Resources
Men's Basketball League
Click here for League Schedule, Standings, and Information.
Adult Hockey League
Click here for League Schedule, Standings, and Information
90 Minute Instructor Leisure Bike Rides
Starts 4/7
Mondays: Depart from the GCCC
Wednesday and Friday: Depart from Fort. Marcy
Reservations are required 24 hours before the scheduled bike rides
Contact Jen Bransford for more information and to reserve.
jxbransford@santafenm.gov 505-955-2607