The summer class schedule is now available

Summer is finally here and so is our class schedule! Whether you are looking to learn a totally new watersport, or want to polish up your skills, Mission Bay Aquatic Center offers classes to help you achieve your summer goals.   All of our classes are run by experienced and qualified instructors whose goal is to provide you with the opportunity to learn new skills in a fun, welcoming, and safe environment.  Read More

San Diego Festival of Arts, June 10-11

Support accessible watersports at the San Diego Festival of the Arts June 9-10

Have an amazing day AND support accessible watersports at Mission Bay Aquatic Center by attending our volunteering your time at the San Diego Festival of the Arts June 9-10 at Waterfront Park. Save 50% off tickets with coupon code: charity when you purchase in advance at sdfestivalofthearts.org/tickets/.   You can also support the cause by volunteering at the festival.  There are many opportunities to soak up the sun, work with creative, fun people and help us make this year the best San Diego Festival of the Arts to date.  Sign up for a shift at sdfestivalofthearts.org/volunteer-ljfa/.  Be sure to tell them you are supporting MBAC when volunteering. Read More

Measuring Wind

US Sailing STEM Educator Course on May 18

Mission Bay Aquatic Center is hosting  US Sailing’s STEM Educator Course on Friday, May 18th. The Reach Educator’s Course is a one-day eight hour professional development/training opportunity for teachers and sailing instructors to learn how to implement US Sailing’s STEM program and curriculum called Reach. The Reach modules feature inquiry-based learning and engineering by design processes to provide youth with hands-on integrated learning opportunities that inspire interest in fields of study including physics, marine biology, robotics, technology and more. Modules include on the water and classroom based activities, for easy implementation in multiple settings. Read More

My ‘So San Diego’ College Experience – Thanks to Mission Bay Aquatic Center

Paddling for university credit. Such a unique opportunity that changed my entire outlook on my college experience.

Absolutely love San Diego? Me too! That’s why when all of my friends were applying to colleges across the country three years ago, I applied to one: San Diego State University. While deciding to stay at home with Mom and Dad for four more years was less than ideal, it is exactly what I chose to do.  At the time I had no idea that decision would lead me to a totally unique college experience while discovering a passion for watersports and meeting some amazing people. Read More