Jesse Owens Swimming Pool - Los Angeles, California

Erin J.

Subject: A Call for Improvement: Staff Treatment at Jesse Owens Pool

I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the treatment of staff at Jesse Owens Pool. As a former LA County lifeguard with seven years of experience, I have firsthand knowledge of the demanding and often challenging nature of this role.

It's disheartening to hear reports of mistreatment at Jesse Owens Pool, particularly the unprofessional behavior of manager Samantha. Despite repeated requests, Samantha refused to provide her name or the names of the other lifeguards on duty. This lack of accountability is unacceptable.

The way the lifeguards yelled at my nieces and other patrons was both embarrassing and disrespectful. Lifeguards should be setting a positive example, not contributing to a hostile environment. Lifeguard Adam, in particular, was extremely rude and unkind. I was forced to ask him to stop speaking to my nieces after they came over crying due to his constant yelling.

I was surprised by the stark contrast between the current staff and the management under Terry, who was significantly nicer and more professional. The current lifeguards' lack of enthusiasm and negative demeanor suggest they may not enjoy their jobs.

Don Anderson, the manager when I worked at Jesse Owens Pool, would have never tolerated the mistreatment displayed on Saturday. I was an excellent lifeguard and even administered CPR and saved a young boy in Summer of 2006 at Jesse Owens. The last year of my 7 years with LA County. Several people at free swim recognized me from working there before and from my lap swim earlier in the year at Jesse Owens.

It's a shame that the current staff treats people so poorly. Lifeguards should be dedicated to ensuring public safety and providing a positive experience for all patrons.

Los A. 5.

The best pool in the area ,manager Rafael, really takes care of place.
And it is on top of everything around the building.
Good job .
Staff is really good

Elizabeth F.

A lot of rules, but on the afternoon, an excellent place to do laps. Most days I have the pool to myself! (4-5pm window).

Antonio H.

Public pool.
Very clean, nice and friendly staff, manager is always around,
Wow, that's very impressive 👏
Good job.

charisma B.

you have to wash off in the shower before entering the pool, and have to be able to swim 50 yards freestyle to go in the deep end. and the diving boards were closed. but it was a free swimming pool so that was nice 🏊‍♀️

Myea N.

This is very nice pool it's heated and indoors which is a plus. Registration can be a little tricky for classes it's online and classes fill up very fast meaning if Registration is at 8:00 they are filled up by 8:10

Yenni T.

Gracias a los coach por el excelente trabajo que hacen por nuestros hijos. Dios los bendigan

Lady T.

GREAT place to Excersize! 🥰
Jesse Owens' morning water aerobics is one of the best ways to start your day ✨️ 💕 💖😊