Atanacio Garcia Natatorium

The Atanacio Garcia Natatorium was formerly known as the San Antonio Natatorium. It was built in June of 1981 on the old Sidney Lanier High School Track. City Council member Henry Cisneros was instrumental in working with the San Antonio Independent School District (SAISD) in developing the concept.

At the time, the $3.2 million facility was the flagship for the City of San Antonio and South Texas. The venue has provided numerous high school, international and local age-group competitions. The Olympic team from Australia trained at the natatorium in December 2000. Olympic Gold Medalist Misty Hyman, Bruce Hayes, Grant Hackett and Karen Perkins have graced the water of the Atanacio Garcia Natatorium.

Built with federal grant funds, it was geared toward allowing inner city children an opportunity to develop and compete in competitive swimming and diving. the facility has produced an Olympic trial qualifier, numerous UIL state qualifiers (swimming and diving), regional champions, and has served thousands of SAISD swimmers and divers.

The Atanacio Garcia Natatorium will be open the following hours during Fall 2024 through Spring 2025.

NOTE: Pool will be closed during swim meet hours.

Lap Swim

Open Swim: All Ages

NOTE: The pool will be closed during swim meet hours. Please plan your trip accordingly.

2024 - 2025 SAISD Swim Schedule

October 10 at 6 p.m.

Sprint Relay

October 17 at 6 p.m.

Invite #1/Diving

November 1 at 11 a.m.

Pentathlon

November 15 at 11 a.m.

Last Chance TISCA

December 5 at 6 p.m.

Invite #2/Diving

December 19 at 6 p.m.

Invite #3/Diving

January 8 at 11 a.m.

Winter Invite

January 22 at 11 a.m.

District Meet

If you require swimming exercises as a part of a therapeutic program, you may apply for a medical pass. This will provide no charge admission during swim times that are open to the general public.

Your application must be accompanied by documentation from your healthcare provider, including:

• your name
• written confirmation of your need for therapeutic swimming exercise
• the duration of your need

Parks and Recreation staff will review your application and documentation. If approved, we will issue a permit for the duration of your certified need.

The City shall provide no other services beyond admission to the Atanacio Garcia Natatorium.