The Plunge to Close Dec. 19-Jan.2 for Winter Maintenance

Published on September 25, 2026

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This winter, the City is taking time to make important improvements to the Culver City Plunge that will help maintain the pool and prepare the facility for the year ahead.

The Plunge is scheduled to close from Saturday, December 19, 2026, through Sunday, January 2, 2027, for 2 weeks.

The pool is anticipated to reopen Monday, January 3, 2027, pending completion of the work and final pool checks.

The second closure will happen May 10, 2027- June 12, 2027

Work to Be Completed

During the closure, Public Works will complete several maintenance and repair projects, including:

  • Replacing the sand in the pool filtration system to help maintain effective water filtration.
  • Replacing backwash valves used during the filter-cleaning process.
  • Repairing more than 100 damaged tiles inside the pool.
  • Updating and treating expansion joints to help protect the pool structure.
  • Draining, refilling and rebalancing the pool water.

Some of this work requires the pool to remain drained for an extended period. Additional time is also needed to refill the pool, rebalance the water and complete final checks before swimmers can return.

What This Means for Plunge Swimmers

Admission: The Plunge currently operates using daily or drop-in admission rather than monthly or annual passes, so there are no memberships or passes that will need to be paused, extended or refunded because of the closure.

Swim Lessons and Swim Team: In-house swim lessons and swim team programming will not be impacted by the closure.

AquaFit: The AquaFit instructor takes a seasonal break beginning in November and is scheduled to return in April, so AquaFit programming will not be affected by the closure. Participants looking for water exercise options during this period may want to check programs offered at nearby aquatic facilities.

Facility Renters: Renters are being notified directly by email about the closure. Culver City Unified School District has also been notified.

Plunge staff will continue working during the closure and will not lose hours because of the project. Staff will use this time to help prepare the facility and programs for reopening.

Alternative Swimming Facilities

For swimmers looking for other options during the closure, nearby aquatic facilities that may be available include:

Please check directly with each facility for current hours, programming, fees and availability before visiting.

Stay Updated

We anticipate welcoming swimmers back to the Plunge on January 3, 2027. Updates will be posted on the Culver City Plunge webpage and shared through Parks, Recreation and Community Services channels.

For questions about the closure or Plunge programming, contact the Plunge Business Desk at 310-253-6680 or email info.recreation@culvercity.org.

Thank you for your patience and for being part of the Plunge community. We look forward to seeing you back in the water!

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