Sports Activity Location
Swimming Pool

Mason Pool

159 Norfolk Ave, Roxbury, MA 02119, USA

93 Reviews

About

Indoor swimming facility featuring a large pool for lap swimming.

Specific temperature information for the pools at Mason Pool is not publicly available. As a seasonal outdoor public facility, the water temperature typically fluctuates with the ambient summer weather conditions and is generally not heated.

What are people saying (AI review summary)? The Mason pool generally receives very positive feedback, with patrons frequently commending its cleanliness, warm pool, and well-maintained facilities. Many reviews highlight the kind, helpful, and welcoming staff, particularly the lifeguards, and appreciate the free access for Boston residents along with the variety of classes offered. It is widely regarded as a valuable community resource. However, one significant negative review claims that staff exhibit racial bias, being rude to Black patrons while friendly to white individuals, and advises Black people to seek alternative swimming facilities.

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Amenities

  • Accessible Entrance

Reviews

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Gerry Claude September 15th, 2023
Gerry Claude

The people that work there are only friendly to white people. Gone there about 5 or 6 times and they've always been rude to me and my companions. I've had others express the same to me (which is weird because alot of black ppl swim here). The lockers are nice, however, and they do play good music there. I stopped going and would suggest a different pool if you're black.

Kathy McCluskey August 14th, 2025
Kathy McCluskey

I love everything about the Mason pool especially the lifeguards & Ernest. I follow my water aerobics instructor here twice a week. The facility has parking and is always clean. Shout out to: Leo, Christian ,d'jerry, jaellany, Bailey, Andres & Paul why greet you like family. Plus, if you're a Boston resident, it's FREE.

Margarita Pomare September 5th, 2025
Margarita Pomare

The staff was very helpful and kind. My granddaughters and I were the only ones there for a little while. So it was great!

Joanne Gomes February 19th, 2025
Joanne Gomes

The facilities are solid. They keep things clean and organized although some parts are a bit outdated. In the winter it's pretty warm and makes it comfortable. Loads of class and sessions for all ages at no change. Great resource in the community.

Aaron G December 28th, 2024
Aaron G

Absolutely love this place. Kind staff, nice, clean, warm pool, hospitable patrons always willing to share a lane, and no cost for city residents. It doesn’t get much better.

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Opening Hours

Sunday 7:30 AM – 4:15 PM
Monday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM – 4:15 PM
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