[citation needed] The facility is used to host local and international events such as the 2nd A.S.U.A Pan American Masters Swimming Championship, as well as an important United States collegiate winter practice venue for many NCAA-affiliated colleges and universities.

The Natatorium has conference rooms for technical meetings, medical facilities, a commercial gym and is the venue for Batista's departmental offices.

[1] After Hurricane Maria struck Puerto Rico on September 19, 2017, the Natatorium had to undergo repairs and remained closed for over a year, until February 18, 2019.

[2][3] The Natatorium was the venue of the 2010 Summer Nationals for U.S. Masters Swimming from August 9–12.

[4][5] The San Juan Natatorium was built using combined funds (local and section 108).