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The centre is temporarily closed, and will re-open Monday 1 August. 

Prince Alfred Park Pool is undergoing maintenance works this Winter.

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Join us at Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre on Saturday 27 August. FREE entry for non-members all day! PLUS giveaways, special offers and more...

Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre is celebrating its 15 year anniversary this month!

The 50m pool has re-opened (Sunday 9 July) 

All fees and charges are reviewed annually, and applicable increases take effect from the start of the new financial year on July 1. 

Notice of annual increase to fees and charges

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Please be aware we are currently having issues with our phone lines. If you need to contact a centre, please submit an enquiry through the website.

Phone Systems Down

Works include re-painting of the entryway, exterior walls and timber benches outside of change rooms.  

Scheduled maintenance works will be taking place in-centre between 18 Sep and 4 Oct. 

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Centre opening hours and programs will be impacted over the Easter long weekend.

Celebrating NSW Seniors Festival 2024

Extended opening hours commencing on Saturday 1 October

Our Access Key showcases our wide range of accessible features and provides visitors with accurate and convenient information prior to visiting.

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 The learn to swim and squad programs will not run, and group fitness will run on a limited timetable.  

Alternate operating hours will be in place for the public holiday on Friday 26 January.

The splash pad has reopened.

Join us on Saturday 3 December, for an action-packed day to celebrate the start of Summer.

Free entry to our Summer open day!

In the event any pool reaches its safe operational capacity, a ‘1 in, 1 out’ rule will apply.

High temperatures are forecast on Saturday 9 December during our scheduled open day, and high demand for access to our facilities is to be expected.

The outdoor furniture will be temporarily unavailable from Wednesday 25 October for approximately three weeks due to scheduled refurbishment and maintenance. 

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Please note opening hours may differ over the Christmas to New Year holiday period. 

Changes to opening hours over the holiday period

In the event the pool reaches its safe operational capacity, a 

Victoria Park Pool will experience increased patronage during Yabun, and high demand for access into the centre is to be expected.

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Find out when our services and programs will be open over the Christmas and new year period.

Summer holiday service changes 

The café located in-centre has now closed indefinitely. 

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Free access to all facilities, costs waived on essential training and qualifications and flexible working roster to suit your schedule. 

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Enjoy group fitness classes, exercise challenges and health consultations with our fitness experts.

Six things to do at the City of Sydney pools this school holidays!    

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To continue to improve our services and customer experience, we invite you to complete a short 10 minute survey.

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Accelerate the development of your child's skills in water. 

NSW Seniors Festival 11 March to  24 March  2024

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Become a 360 member today, and we'll waive the joining fee!

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Free entry | Prizes and giveaways | Fun for the whole family!

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your membership fees waived for six months

Join us for our 15 year anniversary celebration!

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Gunyama Park Aquatic and Recreation Centre

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Prince Alfred Park Pool

Join us on Saturday 9 December for an action-packed day to celebrate the start of Summer!

Free entry to our Summer Open Day

With outdoor learn to swim lessons commencing at Andrew (Boy) Charlton Pool and Prince Alfred Park Pool, there are now more opportunities than ever to learn a valuable skill for life.

The top 5 benefits of kids learning to swim in outdoor pools

No matter how young or old you are, it’s never too late to learn to swim or hone your skills to improve your stroke.

Why every adult should know how to swim

Join us on Saturday 3 December, for an action-packed day to celebrate the start of Summer. 

Free entry to our Summer open day! 

Photographed from any angle, our pool looks stunning. Its aerial shot has recently been featured in Australian photographer Brad Walls new book ‘Pools From Above’ alongside 88 incredible world's pools.

Prince Alfred Park Pool is one of the most picturesque pools in the world

Prince Alfred Park Pool is excited to launch its Access Key.

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Looking for something to do this school holidays? There's plenty on offer at Sydney's six world-class pools. 

Six things to do at the City of Sydney pools this school holidays

We are now running a request for tender to operate the café at Prince Alfred Park Pool. 

We are seeking a new café operator

The centre will close from Monday 20 June and re-open Monday 1 August.

Prince Alfred Park Pool will temporarily close this Winter

Our GOswim program is concluding at our outdoor pools soon. Our team can help you transfer to an indoor pool.  

Seasonal swimming lessons are coming to an end

February is a month full of school swimming carnivals, and these may impact lane availability across our pools

It's swimming carnival season 

Personal training

Hydrotherapy pool

Opening soon

Yoga

Functional training

Wellness and Aqua classes

Indoor swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Indoor sports stadium

Outdoor sports field

Squads

Sauna and steam room

SwimFit

Fitness centre

Personalised fitness and wellness program

Cafe

Fitness classes

Creche

Learn to swim

Oh Boy (Monday-Tuesday)

Oh Boy (Wednesday-Sunday)

Café

Centre

Public holidays

Closed

The Andrew (Boy) Charlton Pool is a health and recreation facility providing customers with fitness classes, aquatic activity, relaxation and a space to socialise while being surrounded by the breathtaking views of Sydney Harbour.

Andrew (Boy) Charlton Pool

Leisure Pool (daily)

Hydrotherapy Pool (daily*)

Fitness centre (weekends)

Air gym (weekdays)

Air gym (weekends)

Facilities

Weekends

Public Holidays

School Holidays (Weekdays)

Wave Pool

Centre (individual facilities may vary)

In the heart of Sydney CBD near St Mary’s Cathedral, Cook and Phillip Park Aquatic and Fitness Centre provides world-class swimming, fitness, sporting and recreational facilities, as well as an outdoor training area within a picturesque parkland setting.

Cook + Phillip Park Pool

Fitness Centre (daily)

Fitness Centre

Outdoor Leisure Pool

Indoor Aqua Play (daily)

Hydrotherapy Pool (daily)*

Aquatic facilities

Monday

Tuesday

Thursday

Friday

Hydrotherapy Pool Closed

Crèche (Monday - Saturday) 

Gunyama Park Café (Daily)

Other facilities 

Inspired by Sydney’s famous ocean swimming spots, a 360 card at Gunyama Park Aquatic and Recreation Centre offers great swimming and fitness experiences.

Fitness Centre (weekends)

Sauna and Steam Room (daily)

Weekdays

Weekday evenings

Weekend mornings

Saturday

Sunday

Program Pool Operating Hours

Named in honour of five-time Gold Medal winning champion, Ian Thorpe, this iconic $40 million facility shaped in the form of a distinctive wave features three indoor heated pools and a spa, health club with an extensive cardio and weights area, spin room and group fitness studio, and a sauna and steam room to enjoy all year round.

Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre

Daily

Splash pad

Set in the heart of Sydney next to Central train station, Prince Alfred Park Pool is the ideal location for you to relax and recharge your batteries. This iconic facility offers a state of the art 50m lap pool, toddlers splash pad and a large shaded area. 

Victoria Park Pool is an oasis in the middle of a tranquil, nine-hectare park. As well as a 50m heated outdoor pool, the centre boasts a gym and popular cafe.

Victoria Park Pool

360 Pro

360 Pro Concession

360 Pro Swim Only

360 Pro Swim Only Concession

360 Family

360 Learn to Swim Family Membership

360 Active

360 Active Concession

360 Active Swim Only

360 Active Swim Only Concession

360 Active 

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Explore the City's six world-class pools and fitness centres.

Learn more about our 6 world-class locations. 

Click on the link below to discover our locations across Sydney, or submit an enquiry to speak with our customer help desk. 

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Please note, family membership can only be purchased over the phone or in-centre. Call 1300 198 412 for more information. 

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