Work out and have fun at the same time. We have a range of pools, gym equipment and group fitness classes to suit all fitness levels.
COVID-19 updates
Vaccine passes are no longer required to enter a Recreation and Sport Centre.
The spread of COVID-19 may temporarily affect the opening hours of some of our facilities. Check the current facility status before you visit.
All Recreation and Sport Centres are being safely operated in line with government guidelines.
Bookings are essential for group fitness and adult swimming lessons. Secure your spot. No booking is required to use the pool and Fitness Centre.
Swimsmart lessons, Bubbletimes, Tumbletimes and Sleepytimes are running as usual.
Become a Recreation and Sport Centre member
Location
Address: 3 Sisson Drive, Papanui, Christchurch - opposite Northlands Mall
Phone: 03 941 6888
Email: recandsport@ccc.govt.nz
Facebook: facebook.com/ChChRecSport (external link)
Post: PO Box 73034, Christchurch 8154
Bus: Number 28 or the Blue Line Bus
Opening hours
The last entry to the pool is 15 minutes before closing. Please be ready to leave the facility by the closing time.
| Monday to Thursday | Friday | Weekends and public holidays | |
| Fitness centre | 5.30am to 9.30pm | 5.30am to 8pm | 7am to 8pm |
| Indoor pools | 5.30am to 9.30pm | 5.30am to 9.30pm | 7am to 8pm |
Facilities
Graham Condon Recreation and Sport Centre offers great facilities in the heart of Papanui. Make the most of the fantastic facilities to reach your health, fitness and recreation goals.
Free wireless internet
Wi-fi is available while you are at Graham Condon. Talk to customer services at the centre for details.
On-site car park
Free onsite car parking is available at Graham Condon. There are mobility car parks available in the main car park and ramps to the main entry.
Bicycle stands
To increase your fitness, bike to Graham Condon Recreation and Sport Centre. There are free bike stands available. Make sure you have your own bike lock to secure your bike.
Lockers
Lockers are available in the changing rooms and reception area for use at no extra cost.
Gym and fitness centre
The gym facilities at Graham Condon offer everything you need to achieve your fitness goals, in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Gym facilities
- Treadmills
- Exercycles
- Rowing machines
- Cross trainers
- Weight resistance machines
- Free weights including benches and half racks
- Stretching area
- Personalised fitness programmes
- Change rooms
- Showers
- Lockers
Trainers
Our qualified, experienced instructors and personal trainers can guide you to your fitness goals.
Bioelectric impedance analysis (BIA) scales
BIA scales allow a more accurate way to track your progress in our fitness centres. It measures:
- weight
- body fat percentage
- metabolic age
- percentage of water weight
- muscle mass
- visceral fat.
The cost of this service is $20 for members and $35 for non-members.
New members have access to a full reading as part of their first and second programmes. The initial free sessions are included as part of our personal programme to new members.
Pools
Pool status
While the pool is popular for training and group use, lanes are usually available to general swimmers.
Our indoor pools and facilities offer plenty of opportunities for year-round fun. You can improve your swimming or relax in our spa. Access ramps to the lane pool, teaching pools and spa ensure our facilities are open to the whole community.
Pools
Our indoor pools and facilities include:
- Eight-lane, 25m recreation pool (1.2m to 1.8m deep).
- 14m teaching pool.
- Toddler pool with fountains.
- Spa. 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.
All pools have ramped access.
Inflatable obstacle course
The inflatable obstacle course will be in the main pool on Sundays from 12.30pm to 2.30pm. Please check our pool status(external link)(external link) page before you come.
Inflatables users must be able to swim 25 metres unaided. Children under eight need to be supervised by caregivers over 16 years old.
Learn to swim
We offer swimming lessons for all ages and abilities. As well as the Swimsmart programme, private lessons can be arranged.
Supervision of children in the pool
- Children under five years must be within arm’s reach and under constant supervision by a responsible caregiver over the age of 16 years in the pool at all times.
- Children between the ages of five and seven (inclusive) must be actively supervised by a responsible caregiver over the age of 16 years who is to be within the pool area at all times and able to provide immediate assistance.
Pool lane availability
Graham Condon has an 8-lane pool. When lanes are available, there will be a minimum of two lanes dedicated to Aqua Jogging.
Lane availability is subject to change, for further enquiries please phone 03 941 6446. To check the pool availability of our other pools, please phone 03 941 8999.
Number of lanes available for public use
| Morning | Fri 1 July | Sat 2 | Sun 3 | Mon 4 | Tue 5 | Wed 6 | Thu 7 | Fri 8 | Sat 9 | Sun 10 |
| 5.30am | 8 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 6.00am | 8 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 6.30am | 8 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 7.00am | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| 7.30am | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 5 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| 8.00am | 8 | 6 | 5 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 5 | 8 | 6 | 5 |
| 8.30am | 8 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 6 | 5 |
| 9.00am | 8 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 6 | 4 |
| 9.30am | 8 | 6 | 4 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 4 |
| 10.00am | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| 10.30am | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| 11.00am | 5 | 5 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 7 |
| 11.30am | 5 | 5 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 7 |
| Afternoon | Fri 1 July | Sat 2 | Sun 3 | Mon 4 | Tue 5 | Wed 6 | Thu 7 | Fri 8 | Sat 9 | Sun 10 |
| 12.00pm | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| 12.30pm | 5 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 5 |
| 1.00pm | 5 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 5 |
| 1.30pm | 8 | 6 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 5 |
| 2.00pm | 8 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 4 | 5 |
| 2.30pm | 5 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 5 |
| 3.00pm | 8 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 6 |
| 3.30pm | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| 4.00pm | 5 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 6 |
| 4.30pm | 5 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 6 |
| 5.00pm | 6 | 5 | 8 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 8 |
| 5.30pm | 7 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 8 | 8 |
| 6.00pm | 5 | 6 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 6 | 8 |
| 6.30pm | 5 | 6 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 6 | 8 |
| 7.00pm | 8 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| 7.30pm | 8 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 3 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| 8.00pm | 8 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 5 | 7 | 6 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 8.30pm | 8 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 5 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 9.00pm | 8 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
Sports halls
There are two sports halls at Graham Condon Recreation and Sport Centre which includes:
- 3 volleyball courts
- 4 badminton courts
- 2 basketball courts
Each sports hall has a sound system installed.
Bookings
For enquiries about availability and to make a booking:
- email rsubookings@ccc.govt.nz with the facility and space you wish to book, times, numbers attending and contact details.
- phone 03 941 6446.
Group fitness timetable
Have a look at our group fitness and aqua classes. The timetable below shows the full schedule available at Graham Condon.
If you want to give us a suggestion, compliment or complaint, you can provide feedback.