Leisure Centre Pools

Safety information

Under fives
All children under 5 years of age must be accompanied in the water and within arms reach at all times, by a caregiver 16 years or over. a maximum of 2 preschoolers to each adult. This does not apply to a designated toddlers pools.

Under 8 years of age
Children between 5 and 8 years of age must be actively supervised by a caregiver 16 years or over.

Actively supervised means: watching the child or children in your care at all times and being able to provide immediate assistance.

The final decision on safety rests with the lifeguard.

Leisure Pools

Fun for kids of all ages, experience the thrill and excitement of lazy rivers, bubble pits and fountains. Great for family entertainment.

Surf the Waves

At QEII and Pioneer Leisure Centre, don’t bring your boards it is body surfing only. The waves crash to shore every half hour for 10 minutes between the following times:

Sauna, Steam and Spa

All poolside, unwind and relax, great for sports recovery and beating the winter blues.

Dive from the towers

Diving at QEII, open to the public weekends from 12 noon to 5.00pm. Access is subject to events and bookings.

Lap Pools

For competitive swimming or swim training at QEII there is a 50m Olympic sized 10 lane pool and a 25m training pool. At Centennial & Pioneer Leisure Centres there is a 25m, 6-lane lap pool.

Teach Pools

Specifically designed pools for teaching learn to swim. At QEII only.

Aquafit

Add water to your workout with a water-based class suitable for any level of fitness. An aquatic workout is a great way to improve aerobic fitness, develop strength and burn fat without the impact, making it easier on muscles and joints. They are especially beneficial for injury rehabilitation, pregnant women, older adults and sports recovery.

Deep Water Jogging

non weight bearing activity will give you a terrific all over conditioning work out, great aerobic and toning benefits. Available at QEII only.

Summer Pools

Three suburban outdoor pools are open from November through to March each year. Fun events for children 5 -12 years are held during the Christmas holidays. Waltham Lido Pool, Halswell Aquatic Centre & Sockburn Pool (Summer Pools).