Jellie Park
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With a fully equipped gym, indoor and outdoor swimming pools and hydroslides, Learn to Swim lessons, and a variety of group exercise classes held throughout the day, Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre in Burnside has something for everyone.
Looking for relaxation and recovery? Sit back and enjoy the sauna, steam room and spa pool.
During the summer months, Jellie Park is a popular destination for families. The outdoor summer pools, hydroslides, kids' splash deck, diving boards and BBQ picnic areas are perfect for a fun day out for the whole whānau.
Want to plan an event, sports training or tournament? Find out more about pool hire at Christchurch Recreation and Sport Centres.
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Centre amenities
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Café
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Physiotherapy
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Wifi
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Car parking
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Bicycle stands
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Lockers
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Picnic area
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Wheelchair access
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Sport shop
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BBQ hire
Opening hours
Recreation pool
Sport pool
Toddlers pool
Spa pool
Teach pool (outside of lesson times)
Indoor aqua jogging
Indoor Hydroslide
Sauna
Steam room
Gym
Active Health
Red Café
Contact details
Email: recandsport@ccc.govt.nz
Phone: +64 3 941 8999
Post: PO Box 73034, Christchurch 8154
Catch a bus
Bus numbers 120, 29 or the Orbiter
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Indoor pools
Our indoor pools and facilities operate year-round and include:
- Recreation pool - Eight-lane 25-metre pool (1m to 1.4m deep)
- Sport pool - Eight-lane 25-metre pool (2m deep)
- Teach pool
- Toddlers pool
- Spa pool - Ages 3+. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver within the spa. Max ratio 1 adult with 2 children.
- Sauna and steam room - Ages 16+
Plan your visit. View lane availability for typical peak times in our pools.
Information about pool temperatures can be found on the Accessibility page.
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Price
Gym & Pool membersFreePool membersFreeAdult single pool entry *#$6.70Child single pool entry (under 16 years or secondary student cardholders) *#$3.80Preschool child single pool entry with parent or caregiver during school hours **FreePreschool child single pool entry with parent or caregiver outside of school hours$3.80Family of 5 single pool entry (2 adults and 3 children or 1 adult and 4 children)$17.10Family of 2 single pool entry (1 adult, 1 child)$8.60Additional child single pool entry (with family)$3.30SpectatorFree** Preschool child with parent or caregiver (maximum of two preschoolers per parent) during school hours (9am to 3pm on Monday to Friday). Weekends, public holidays and school holidays are excluded.
* A 25% discount is available for Community Services and Super Gold cardholders for casual entry and multi-visit passes.
# A 50% discount is available for Hāpai Access and KiwiAble Leisure card holders for casual entry and multi-visit passes.
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Recreation pool -
Sport pool
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Toddler pool
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Outdoor summer pools
Outdoor summer pools and facilities are open from Saturday 18 November 2023 until Monday 1 April 2024 (inclusive):
- Recreation pool - Seven-lane 50-metre pool plus a beach area
- Dive well - three-metre deep dive well with one-metre and three-metre springboards
- Hydroslides - two speed chutes and a twister
- BBQs - free to hire
Information about pool temperatures can be found on the Accessibility page.
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Price
Gym & Pool membersFreePool membersFreeAdult single pool entry *#$6.70Child single pool entry (under 16 years or secondary student cardholders) *#$3.80Preschool child single pool entry with parent or caregiver during school hours **FreePreschool child single pool entry with parent or caregiver outside of school hours$3.80Family of 5 single pool entry (2 adults and 3 children or 1 adult and 4 children)$17.10Family of 2 single pool entry (1 adult, 1 child)$8.60Additional child single pool entry (with family)$3.30SpectatorFree** Preschool child with parent or caregiver (maximum of two preschoolers per parent) during school hours (9am to 3pm on Monday to Friday). Weekends, public holidays and school holidays are excluded.
* A 25% discount is available for Community Services and Super Gold cardholders for casual entry and multi-visit passes.
# A 50% discount is available for Hāpai Access and KiwiAble Leisure card holders for casual entry and multi-visit passes.
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Hydroslides
Wipe out! Beat the boredom and treat your tamariki to the hydroslides at Jellie Park.
With a looping indoor hydroslide and three outdoor summer hydroslides, you'll find something for every thrill seeker.
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Price
Slide Pass adult *# - includes pool entry$15.50Slide Pass child *# - includes pool entry$10.50Slide Pass family of 5 (2 adults and 3 children or 1 adult and 4 children) - includes pool entry$41.00Slide Pass family of 2 (1 adult, 1 child) - includes pool entry$20.50Slide Pass additional child (with family) - includes pool entry$8.50* A 25% discount is available for Community Services and Super Gold cardholders for casual entry and multi-visit passes.
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Conditions of entry
- Pre-schoolers aged under five years are not allowed on the hydroslides.
- Children between the ages of five and seven (inclusive) must be wearing a purple wristband and actively supervised by a responsible caregiver aged 16 years or older, who is to be within the pool area at all times and able to provide immediate assistance.
- Children aged 8 to 11 years (inclusive) must have a responsible caregiver 16 years or older on site unless they are in a supervised programme, such as swimming lessons. If they are swimming before or after their programme, their caregiver must be onsite.
- You must be at least 102cm tall to use the hydroslides.
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Indoor hydroslide - view from outside
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Indoor hydroslide
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Summer hydroslide
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Learn to swim
Swimsmart learn to swim lessons teaches children and adults essential water safety skills and confidence in the water.
Lessons for children are taught during the school terms, with the option to also enrol in the school holiday programme.
Adult lessons are free for Pool and Gym & Pool members.
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Gym
The gym offers a range of cardio, strength building and functional equipment for you to improve your fitness and wellbeing.
- Treadmills
- Exercycles
- Rowing machines
- Cross trainers
- Weight-resistance machines
- Free weights, including benches and half racks
- Functional area with a frame, kettlebells and power bags
- Stretching area
Our qualified, experienced instructors and personal trainers can guide you to your fitness goals. Speak to our fitness team to find out more.
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Price
Gym & Pool membersFreeGym membersFreeAdult single gym entry*>#$18.50Adult gym multi-visit pass (x10 visits) *>#$166.50Fitness assessment for casual users*$40.00* A 25% discount is available for Community Services and Super Gold cardholders for casual entry and multi-visit passes.
> A 25% discount is available for Secondary Student cardholders.
# A 50% discount is available for Hāpai Access and KiwiAble Leisure card holders for casual entry and multi-visit passes.
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Group fitness classes
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Aqua DeepCasual: $12.00 Multi pass: $108.00
A great deep water workout for all fitness levels. Exercises are performed while wearing a flotation belt.
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Aqua FitCasual: $12.00 Multi pass: $108.00
A medium to high-intensity class, incorporating equipment to improve core stability and balance, while increasing muscular strength endurance and overall flexibility.
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Burn zoneCasual: $12.00 Multi pass: $108.00
Achieve your goals while burning calories and increasing your fitness levels in an energetic, fun environment.
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HIIT ZoneCasual: $12.00 Multi pass: $108.00
If you are short on time this challenging cardio class is for you. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) principals and Tabata formats will be used involving high output followed by short recovery periods.
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STRONG Nation™Casual: $12.00 Multi pass: $108.00
A high-intensity interval training workout driven by synced music motivation. Combines body weight, muscle conditioning, cardio and plyometric training moves synced to original music specifically designed to match every move.
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ZumbaCasual: $12.00 Multi pass: $108.00
Ditch the workout, join the party. Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves.
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PumpCasual: $12.00 Multi pass: $108.00
Feel the burn, make your muscles tremble and kick start your metabolism with this full-body weight lifting class. Build endurance and stamina by using low weights and high repetition.
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Butt, Abs & ThighsCasual: $12.00 Multi pass: $108.00
Firm and re-shape your lower half while you achieve better core strength.
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YogaCasual: $12.00 Multi pass: $108.00
Advance your yoga practice at your own pace. Connect your mind to your body and breath by experiencing a blend of various yoga styles suitable for all levels using standing, seated and lying postures.
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Core ZoneCasual: $12.00 Multi pass: $108.00
Push your body through a series of exercises to strengthen your core, build upper body strength, and increase your mobility and flexibility.
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FUNky movementsCasual: $5.80
A mixed ability, low intensity 45-minute class that combines gentle mind and body exercises for disabled people. No two classes are the same - they are always fun and support people are welcome.
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Gentle exerciseCasual: $5.80
Looking for a low-impact exercise class? Gentle Exercise is the perfect class for people who want to stay active, mobile, and healthy.
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Rest and RestoreCasual: $12.00 Multi pass: $108.00
Experience a blissful blend of gentle stretching and guided relaxation techniques. Rest & Restore can help you to lengthen and restore muscles and fascia through gentle movements that release tension and promote flexibility.
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Group fitness timetable
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Accessibility
At Christchurch Recreation and Sport we embrace diversity and believe that everyone deserves equal opportunities and access to recreation, sport and leisure facilities.
Christchurch Recreation and Sport Centres provide key accessibility features to ensure you can enjoy our spaces, including ramps, hoists, water chairs, changing rooms and toilets.
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Keep our pools safe
We want everyone to be able to enjoy the pools and have a safe and enjoyable experience.
It’s important that caregivers take extra care when accompanying a child to the pool.
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Supervision of children in the pool
- Children under five years old must be within arm’s reach and under constant supervision by a responsible caregiver aged 16 years or older in the pool at all times, who is wearing an orange wristband.
- Children between the ages of five and seven (inclusive) must be wearing a purple wristband and actively supervised by a responsible caregiver aged 16 years or older, who is to be within the pool area at all times and able to provide immediate assistance.
- Children aged 8 to 11 years (inclusive) must have a responsible caregiver 16 years or older on site unless they are in a supervised programme, such as swimming lessons. If they are swimming before or after their programme, their caregiver must be onsite.
Maximum adult to child ratios
How many children can you bring to our pools?
- One adult to two children under 5 years old
- One adult to one child under 5 and two 5-7 year olds
- One adult to four 5-7 year olds
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Physiotherapy and Podiatry
Active Health offers physiotherapy and podiatry services at Jellie Park.
Their team will work collaboratively with you to achieve your goals and the best possible outcome for your health and wellbeing.
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Red Café
Red Café offers a range of healthy foods and great coffee at Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre.
Grab a quick coffee after your workout, a cold smoothie after your swim, or catch up with friends after your group fitness class.
Red Café can also cater your event or birthday party.
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News and events
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01 April 2024Matatiki Hornby Centre - Community Day
Celebrate the opening of Hornby's new pool, library and service centre with inflatable fun, kai, giveaways and heaps more!
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22 February 2024Matatiki Hornby Centre opening Friday 19 April!
Save the date! Christchurch’s newest pool, library and service centre is set to open for use from 3pm on Friday 19 April.
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18 December 2023Hydrotherapy pool fundraiser going strong
The Hornby Residents' Association and Hornby Rotary have pulled out all the stops this year in their mission to raise $1.4million for the Matatiki hydrotherapy pool.
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18 December 2023A big year at Matatiki Hornby Centre
It's been another big year at Matatiki Hornby Centre. The final push is on for the year as we round the corner on the final stretch of the construction phase of project.
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13 November 2023Summer pools opening Show Weekend
Stay cool, have fun, and keep fit this summer at Christchurch’s outdoor pools.
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04 October 2023Join the team at Matatiki
Recruitment for around 50 roles at the new Matatiki Hornby Centre is in full swing.
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24 September 2023Lifeguard awarded Lifeguard of the Year
Jen Baen-Price started lifeguarding in 2008, with her first season at Waltham Pool.
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19 September 2023New Yoga and Pilates classes
Yoga and Pilates is getting an overhaul. With our new booking system in place, we've made a few changes to our Yoga and Pilates courses and Stretch & Release class to make things simpler and to offer better value.
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19 September 2023Reach a new peak with Revl Everest
Revl Everest is a 35-minute, high intensity group training class which offers circuit-style, full-body strength and conditioning workouts to upbeat, uplifting and motivational music.
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12 September 2023National recognition for Council's Swimsafe programme
The Christchurch City Council Swim Education team have become the first organisation in New Zealand to achieve accreditation as a Water Skills for Life provider, for their Swimsafe programme.
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