The UC Aquatic Center is home to Cal Adventures, where you can learn to sail, windsurf and sea kayak. We also rent equipment to participants that have succesfully completed our courses, or to those that can demonstrate their on-water proficiency. Check out our full listing of classes and adventures.
Contact Information
Location & Directions
- The UC Aquatic Center is located at 122 University Ave at the Berkeley Marina.
- Check here for Directions to the UCAC.
Link to Map
Parking
The UC Aquatic Center has a free dirt parking lot.
UCAC Hours of Operation
Winter Hours
- Closed November 23 – February 28
Spring Hours: March 1 – Memorial Day:
- Monday - Thursday: Closed
- Friday: 12pm – 7pm (or sunset if it comes first)
- Saturday - Sunday: 8am - 7pm (or sunset if it comes first)
Summer Hours: After Memorial Day - Labor Day
- Monday - Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday - Friday: 12pm - 7pm (or Sunset if it comes first)
- Saturday - Sunday: 8am - 7pm (or Sunset if it comes first)
Fall Hours: After Labor Day - November 22
- Monday - Thursday: Closed
- Friday: 12pm - 7pm (or sunset if it comes first)
- Saturday - Sunday: 8am - 7pm (or sunset if it comes first)
Business Office Hours
- Year Round Monday through Friday: 10 A.M.- 6 P.M.
- Phone: 510 642-4000 | Fax: 510-642-8343 | Email: scrainfo@berkeley.edu
UCAC Low Tide Closures
Hours of operation at the UCAC are subject to change due to periodic extreme tide and weather conditions. Call the UCAC information hotline at 510-642-7707 for recorded updates regarding hours of operation and the status of scheduled classes and events.
Also consult the Berkeley Marina tide table for detailed tide information.
Irregular Open Hours Due To Low Tides
Due to low tides there are times when we need to adjust our operating hours. Please see the list below for days when open hours are adjusted due to low tides. Feel free to call the hotline for updates.
