About This Listing
The Presidio Community YMCA Letterman Aquatics Center is an indoor swimming facility in San Francisco’s Presidio neighborhood. It serves as part of the YMCA’s network of community pools, offering public access to lap swimming and aquatic activities. The center is housed near the historic Letterman Hospital site, adjacent to the Presidio’s open spaces and trails. The facility provides a standard indoor pool for lap swimming, with amenities typically found in YMCA aquatic centers. Membership and day-use options are available, though specific pool dimensions, lane counts, or additional features like diving boards or water aerobics classes are not detailed in public listings. The center is wheelchair accessible, aligning with YMCA standards for inclusivity. Hours of operation vary by season and membership status, with general public swim times posted on the YMCA’s website. Visitors can contact the center directly at +1 415-447-9680 for questions about scheduling, fees, or accessibility. The YMCA’s website offers online registration for day passes and memberships, along with updated hours and any temporary closures. The center has received a 4.4-star average rating from 90 reviews, suggesting it meets basic expectations for cleanliness and service. First-time visitors should check the website for current policies, as requirements for swim caps, shower use, or age restrictions may apply.
Located in San Francisco, California, this sports club offers quality facilities and services for sports enthusiasts.
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What visitors are saying
“Everything about the pool itself is amazing. But the lifeguards make the whole experience so horrible that you canu2019t even enjoy yourself. We were playing volley ball with a soft ball with my brother and some other kid and then some lifeguard said that itu2019s dangerous so we tried to find literally anything else to do and we were sword fighting with pool noodles, POOL NOODLES, and keep in mind that me and my brother are”
— Adam A. · ★☆☆☆☆
“This YMCA is blatantly cheating its members. Since June 1, 2025, the pool has been closed every single Friday evening, permanently, for water polo u2014 with zero notification and their website still showing the wrong pool hours to mislead people. On top of that, the pool is shut down 4:30u20137:00 PM every weekday for swim classes, which makes it nearly impossible for working members to ever use the pool they pay for. Weu2019re”
— Brendan C. · ★☆☆☆☆ · 2025-9-20
“I take swim lessons there. I instructors have been great! Kids pool, hot tub. Large seems nice. Lockers are a B. Towels available.”
— Brian S. · ★★★★★
“This gym has serious, unresolved problems. The lockers are ancient, broken, and often impossible to locku2014a security risk Iu2019ve reported multiple times with zero results. The pool management is even worse. They prioritize swim classes and master programs, giving them entire lanes for a single person while cramming five or more paying members into a single lane. Itu2019s a complete and utter mess that shows a total disregar”
— Aaron P. · ★☆☆☆☆
“YMCA treats paying members like second-class citizens. Swim teams, swim lessons, and water polo take over the pool with guaranteed access, while the majority of paying members, the very people who keep this place running, are completely shut out during key hours. On Fridays the pool is basically unusable, and this isnu2019t a temporary issue, itu2019s been happening for a long time and continues to get worse. And now they ha”
— Jon S. · ★☆☆☆☆
“It is a great pool, large with slow, medium, fast and rec lanes. It is a popular pool and usually sharing lanes. Staff is friendly. It is nothing fancy but it is close to me and I love it's accessibility. A great place to swim for exercise”
— Ines F. · ★★★★★
“I love love love the Presidio YMCA! The pool is a hidden gem and is so beautiful, and the workout facility is great too. The staff is very nice as well and Devon was extremely helpful with getting me all set up for success. 5 stars!!”
— Anja H. · ★★★★★
“The staff are always understanding and so helpful. Lifeguards are also very knowledgeable and courteous to the patrons when advising which swimming lanes are best for the not so novice swimmers who are getting back into the groove. Overall, excellent staff, outstanding service all make for a great experience in Swim Training.”
— David T. · ★★★★★
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Presidio Community YMCA Letterman Aquatics Center located?
Presidio Community YMCA Letterman Aquatics Center is located at 1151 Gorgas Ave, San Francisco, CA 94123, United States. It is in San Francisco, California.
What is the phone number for Presidio Community YMCA Letterman Aquatics Center?
You can call Presidio Community YMCA Letterman Aquatics Center at +1 415-447-9680.
What are the hours of Presidio Community YMCA Letterman Aquatics Center?
Presidio Community YMCA Letterman Aquatics Center is open as follows: Monday 5:30u202famu20139u202fpm; Tuesday 5:30u202famu20139u202fpm; Wednesday 5:30u202famu20139u202fpm; Thursday 5:30u202famu20139u202fpm; Friday 5:30u202famu20139u202fpm; Saturday 7u202famu20135u202fpm; Sunday 7u202famu20135u202fpm. Hours may change on holidays — call ahead to confirm.
How is Presidio Community YMCA Letterman Aquatics Center rated?
Presidio Community YMCA Letterman Aquatics Center has an average rating of 4.4/5 from 90 customer reviews on Google.
Does Presidio Community YMCA Letterman Aquatics Center have a website?
Yes. Presidio Community YMCA Letterman Aquatics Center's official website is https://www.ymcasf.org/location/letterman-pool-gym/.
