Texas summer heat is in full swing, but that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice a great workout! Swimming is an amazing low-impact, full-body workout that is one of our go-tos during the warmer months. There are so many options in DFW, like open water swims, gyms with pools, adult swim lessons, endurance classes, technique workshops, and so much more. Dive into the best spots to swim in Dallas below!
Updated July 2024
Bachman Aquatic Center
This gem is one of the most affordable spots in Dallas to swim laps! Dive into five 25-meter lanes, at a fully equipped facility with a locker room family restroom, an ADA entrance ramp, and lifts. Pricing is $3 for drop-in, $30 for one month, or $75 for three months. They also offer private and group swim lessons for all ages!
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Cooper Fitness Center
This amazing facility has not one, but two heated 25-yard, six-lane pools! Join to swim laps at your leisure, or explore their class options. They offer a wide variety of instruction options including triathlon training, structured workouts, swim lessons, post-injury aquatic physical therapy, and swim classes for those with disabilities! Pricing varies.
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Cowboys Fit
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This gym was created in partnership with the Dallas Cowboys, so you can workout using state-of-the-art equipment the players use! Their Frisco location features a stunning rooftop lap pool, perfect for soaking up the sun while you swim. Reserve a guest pass online to try it for free, or explore their membership plans which come with amazing perks like spa treatments, training, and more.
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Dallas Aquatics
Whether you’re training for a triathlon or just love to get a workout in the water, the Dallas Parks Department has a great adult swim training sessions! Every Wednesday from 7pm to 8pm, practices are held at Bachman Indoor Pool, led by a USAT-certified coach. Pay just $5 to drop-in, or purchase a 10-class pass for $40!
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Dallas Swim
Take a one hour class complete with interval training, technique help, breathing exercises, and more! Dallas Swim’s one hour workouts take place at Verandah Athletic Club & Spa, and are led by an instructor who customizes the workout to each individual. Drop in for $35, or buy a package of 5, 10, or 20 classes at a discounted rate.
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Equinox Highland Park
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Perhaps the fanciest gym in Dallas, Equinox is a state-of-the-art facility with world-class amenities, including a three-lane indoor pool! Stop by for an open swim, or explore their many classes, like Aquasport, a cardio endurance class, Aquastrength, a push-pull strength training class with added equipment, or EQX H2O, a custom interval swim workout!
Highland Park | Directions
LA Fitness
This popular gym chain is a one-stop shop for all your fitness needs, including swimming! Many of their DFW locations have three-lane indoor pools for open-lap swimming. If laps aren't your thing, they also offer 50-minute water aerobics classes that combine cardio and weights in the water. Pricing can vary by location but averages around $40 to $50 a month for basic memberships. Your first visit is free, no membership required!
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Lake Lewisville Open Water Swim
Dive into Lake Lewisville and meet people who also love to swim at the same time! This Facebook group organizes open water swims at Little Elm Park, a few times a month. The group has over 300 members, and meetups are at varying days of the week and times, so you can surely find one that fits into your schedule!
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Lifetime Fitness
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With over 20 locations around the metroplex, Lifetime has garnered thousands of loyal members -- and for good reason! Lifetime identifies as an athletic country club, aka more than just a gym. The majority of their locations include a pool, some with multiple both indoors and outdoors. No matter your age or level of swimming experience, they have something for everyone from lessons for first time swimmers to personalized workouts for skill endurance!
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Moody Family YMCA
Find two pools and programming galore at the Park Cities YMCA! The lap pool is 25 yards and 6 lanes, with open swim times offered all throughout the week. If you're looking for something more structured, join the Dallas YMCA Masters, a swim club led by a coach who designed the practices to address endurance, technique, and more. It's also a great way to meet people, and is open to all ages -- the only requirement is being able to swim a mile!
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Mud Puddle Swimmers
Open water swimmers in the 'burbs can join Mud Puddle Swimmers, a fun social group that swims on Friday mornings in Grapevine Lake! The group has over 300 members, and members can join the weekly swims at their leisure. Follow their Facebook for updates -- occasionally the water in the lake gets too high to swim, so check before suiting up!
Grapevine | Directions
Playtri Open Water Club
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With coached practices every Saturday at 7:30am, Playtri is the longest-running open water swim club in DFW! Their weekly workouts take place at Lake Lewisville, working in groups on skill development, distance swimming, and pack swimming. They even offer an optional 40-mile long bike ride after swimming – perfect for triathletes!
Lewisville | Directions
Semones Family YMCA
Splash around year-round at the Semones Family YMCA, which features two pools: one outdoor 25-yard pool with 10 lanes, and one indoor pool with 25 yards and six lanes. Jump in for lap swim offered every morning and evening, or join one of their water aerobics class for a fun and social workout! They also offer adult swim lessons for those who are learning or just want to improve their skills!
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Verandah Athletic Club and Spa
For an upscale swimming experience, head to Verandah Athletic Club and Spa, located at the stunning Hilton Anatole! Their aquatic center features an indoor lap pool, whirlpool, eucalyptus steam, and a dry sauna. If you're looking for a focused workout, they offer customized training whether you're learning to swim, training for a triathlon, or just hoping to refine your technique! (Header photo courtesy of Verandah Athletic Club and Spa)
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