Ten swimming facilities across Phoenix, Tempe, Goodyear, Scottsdale, and Mesa made this list. These venues range from specialized swim schools and surf centers to full-service health clubs and community recreation centers. Ratings for these locations fall between 3.8 and 4.8 stars, based on a total of several thousand user reviews. The selection includes a mix of family-oriented public pools and private fitness memberships.
Our rankings are determined by multiplying the star rating by the logarithm of the review count, with no paid placements influencing the order.
1. Kiwanis Recreation Center
Located in Tempe, this facility holds a 4.6 rating from 1,724 reviews. Visitors describe it as a great facility, specifically mentioning a positive experience with the wave pool and meeting space.
2. The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Center Phoenix
This Phoenix location is highly rated with 4.6 stars across 1,398 reviews.
3. VASA Fitness
VASA Fitness in Phoenix maintains a 4.3 rating based on 1,816 reviews.
4. Hubbard Family Swim School
With a 4.8 rating from 405 reviews, this Phoenix swim school is noted for its friendly and attentive staff. Reviews highlight that children make good progress and enjoy a smooth learning process.
5. Life Time – Palm Valley
This Goodyear gym has a 4.2 rating from 698 reviews. Members report that the pools, locker rooms, and general facility are clean, while the staff is friendly.
6. Cortez Pool
Located in Phoenix, Cortez Pool has a 4.5 rating from 435 reviews. Feedback mentions that lifeguards are super sweet with the children who visit.
7. Life Time
This Tempe facility has a 4.2 rating from 648 reviews. It is described as a place to recharge and take care of health, featuring a hot tub and cold plunge.
8. DC Ranch Village Health Club & Spa
This Scottsdale health club and spa holds a 4.5 rating based on 282 reviews.
9. Revel Surf
Based in Mesa, Revel Surf has a 3.8 rating from 571 reviews. Members appreciate the fun waves, the community of surfers and workers, and the food.
10. Pecos Park Swimming Pool
This Phoenix pool has a 4.4 rating from 235 reviews. It is described as a well-managed space where rules are followed well, though some users suggest adding more seating tables.
How we ranked these
Our list is generated using a formula that balances average star ratings with the volume of feedback received. For more details, see our methodology.