“Two Olympic-sized pools? Right here?” a young swimmer asks, gazing at the Rose Bowl Aquatics Center. The Rose Bowl Aquatics Center is nestled in Pasadena’s Brookside Park, just south of the iconic Rose Bowl Stadium. Opened in 1990, the Rose Bowl Aquatics Center isn’t just a place to swim laps. It’s a community hub, serving over 400,000 people each year. This non-profit organization offers programs for everyone, from children learning their first strokes to seniors enjoying water aerobics. The Rose Bowl Aquatics Center also boasts a rich history. It stands on the site of the former Brookside Plunge, a city pool that closed in 1984 due to disrepair. A public-private partnership brought the new aquatics center to life, transforming the space into a world-class facility. The center’s two Olympic-sized pools aren’t just for show. They’ve hosted the final practices of the 2000 US Olympic swimming and diving team. They even played a role in pop culture history. The iconic cover of Nirvana’s “Nevermind” album, featuring a baby swimming underwater, was shot right here at the Rose Bowl Aquatics Center. Years later, the same person recreated the photo as a teenager in the same pool. From aspiring Olympians to families enjoying a recreational swim, the Rose Bowl Aquatics Center offers something for everyone. It’s a place where community thrives, and the joy of swimming connects generations.
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