Marina Park in Ventura

Marina Park is located at 2950 Pierpont Boulevard in Ventura (near the intersection of Pierpont and Coral Street). It is a 15 acre park that has over a third of a mile of oceanfront adjacent to Ventura Harbor, giving it plenty of beachfront, flat sand to play in.

There is also a kids play area (geared toward younger kids), plenty of grass, restrooms and more. There is also a water taxi and a fishing dock. Fun destination park in the Ventura Keys. We never go wrong bringing the kids here. More info at www.cityofventura.net/parks.

The zip line attached to the "San Salvador" ship was taken down in 2016. The city indicates there is a possibility it will be replaced if a safe alternative can be identified.

Newer pirate-themed play area at Marina Park (re-done in 2012).

Nice, protected beachfront area at Marina Park

The popular San Salvador at Marina Park.

This popular zip line was taken down in 2016; the city indicates the possibility of identifying a new, safe zip line possibility but as of September 2019 no specific timing available.

Waterworks Swim School in Newbury Park

Hands On Teaching at Waterworks Swim School located inside the LA Fitness on Grande Vista Drive in Newbury Park. Swim lessons are available to children ages 2.5 and older as well as adults. Waterworks’ professional team of swim instructors teach students how to swim in an indoor, heated pool. They teach students of all skill levels, from first time swimming to higher level swimmers looking to improve their swimming technique.

Learn more and sign up at www.waterworksswim.com/locations/newbury-park

Buenaventura Swim Club in Ventura

The Buenaventura Swim Club has served Ventura County since 1962.  It is a year-round age group, senior, and masters competitive swimming team offering instruction, training, and competition to people of all ages and ability levels.

BSC is located at 901 S. Kimball Road, Ventura at the Ventura Aquatic Center.

For more information, visit www.teamunify.com/Home.jsp?team=scsbsc or call 805.650.0600.

YMCA Locations in Ventura County

Click the image for YMCA locations throughout Ventura County and surrounding areas, including Camarillo, Ventura, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, Newbury Park and Westlake Village.

Splash Park at The Collection at RiverPark in Oxnard

Splash Park is a pop up splash fountain built for the enjoyment of the community and patrons of The Collection at RiverPark. It is located just outside of the Lazy Dog Restaurant. Open 9am to noon and 1-5pm daily. Closed noon to 1pm for maintenance.

Visit thecollectionrp.com/connect/news/detail/162/splash-park-hours-and-information for rules and policies regarding use of the fountain.

Channel Islands YMCA - 2 Ventura County Locations

The Channel Islands YMCA is an association of seven YMCA branches serving Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties.

The Camarillo Family YMCA at 3111 Village at the Park Drive (805.484.0423) provides access to health and wellness information and activities for all ages. The Camarillo Family YMCA- Hiji Center has a wide variety of adult and senior programs, including aquatics, aerobics and cardiovascular exercise, weight and strength training, yoga, basketball and volleyball leagues, triathlon training and more!

The Aquatics Center at the Camarillo Family YMCA provides instructional swim programs for all ages, ability levels and interests. Youth and adult lessons are offered year round as well as special classes for those with physical limitations. More info at www.ciymca.org/locations/camarillo-family-ymca.

The Ventura Family YMCA at 3760 Telegraph Road (805.642.2131) has served the City of Ventura for over 130 years. It got its start on September 30, 1887 with a house that was purchased on the corner of Santa Clara and Oak Street. Today, the Ventura Family YMCA has grown with an expansive 6,000 facility members and provides childcare to over 200 children in its after-school programs. More information at www.ciymca.org/locations/ventura-family-ymca.

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Pleasant Valley Swim Team in Camarillo

The Pleasant Valley Swim Team (PVST) is a year-round competitive swimming organization that has been developing outstanding community members in Camarillo and Ventura County for over four decades. PVST trains at the indoor Pleasant Valley Aquatic Center - the only indoor facility in Ventura County.

PVST accepts new members aged 6-18 on an ongoing basis, space permitting. A swim tryout is required for prospective new members for minimum skills assessment and group placement

Visit www.pvst.org for more information.

Simi Valley Aquatics

Simi Valley Aquatics opened the first indoor swim school in Simi Valley in July 2016. The facility offers year-round swim lessons with two 90 degree pools for all ages, baby to adult. Offering group lessons, private lessons, semi-private lessons, "Baby & Me" classes and private parties. Located at 1263 Simi Town Center Way. Visit www.SVaquatics.com or call 805.443.SWIM for more information.

Playground Next to the Ventura Pier

Click the image for more information about this playground area adjacent to the Ventura Pier.

Rancho Simi Community Park in Simi Valley

Rancho Simi Community Park, located at 1765 Royal Avenue, is one of the largest parks in the area at over 33 acres. It has 2 playgrounds, 8 tennis courts, basketball, pool, horseshoe pits, a lagoon with ducks and plenty more. Visit www.rsrpd.org/simi_valley/parks/rancho_simi_community_park_%28duck_pond%29.php or call 805.584.4400 for more information.