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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

View carnival schedule

It is important to check lane availability via our website and plan your visit accordingly.

Term 1 is school carnival season

Become a 360 member today, and for a limited time we'll waive the joining fee. 

Make 2023 your healthiest and happiest year ever!

Submit an enquiry

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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Please note alternate operating hours will be in place over the Easter long weekend.

Extended opening hours commencing on Saturday 1 October

The 25m pool remains open for lap swimming. 

The indoor aqua play, 50m pool and hydrotherapy pool are currently closed. 

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

Unlock our centre with our Access Key 

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 GOswim lessons and squads will not run, and a reduced group fitness timetable will be in place. 

Alternate operating hours will be in place for the public holiday on Monday 2 October.

The splash pad has now seasonally closed, and will re-open September 1, 2023. 

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

Free entry to our Summer open day!

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

View holiday opening hours 

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

Changes to opening hours over the holiday period

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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 

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

Secure your Summer job with us today!

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Available for a limited time only. Terms and conditions apply. 

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

Book a class

Join us for a series of cycle classes to #DOitforCancer

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

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

Participate in a range of fitness activities sure to leave you sweating and smiling!

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

First Lap voucher program will expire on June 30, 2023

Become a 360 member today, and you'll go into the draw for a 

your membership fees waived for six months

Redeem offer

For a limited time all new enrolments receive a

*Eligibility criteria applies, see terms and conditions.

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

Extra classes | Refreshments | Prizes and giveaways

Free entry for Senior Card holder's during the festival period. 

Attend any group fitness class from now till January 8, 2023 for your chance to train free for two weeks!

Join us at our open day for trans and gender diverse people

Join us for our 15 year anniversary celebration!

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Accelerate your child's skills in the water

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Gunyama Park Aquatic and Recreation Centre

Register your interest in Basketball, Futsal, Volleyball or Netball.

Join today, and pay nothing for the first 2 weeks

Expression of interest

We're looking for lifeguards, swim teachers and customer service officers. 

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Terms and conditions apply. Limited time only.

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Secure you spot

For the first 50 students who enrol in November

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.

Unlock Prince Alfred Park Pool with our Access Key

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

Sunday 24 December 2023 (Christmas Eve)

Monday 25 December 2023 (Christmas Day)

Tuesday 26 December 2023 (Boxing Day)

Sunday 31 December 2023 (New Year's Eve)

Monday 1 January 2024 (New Year's Day)

Summer holidays

Oh Boy (daily)

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

Sunday 25 December 2023 (Christmas Day)

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.

Program Pool (Weekdays)

Program Pool (Weekday evenings)

Program Pool (Weekends AM)

Program Pool (Weekends PM)

Fitness Centre (weekends)

Sauna and Steam Room (daily)

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

Positano By The Pool (weekdays)

Positano By The Pool (weekends)

Summer holidays 

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.

What’s happening at Prince Alfred Park Pool

Free entry to our Summer Open Day

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

Why every adult should know how to swim

Free entry to our Summer open day!

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

Unlock Prince Alfred Park Pool with our Access Key

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

We are seeking a new café operator

Prince Alfred Park Pool will temporarily close this Winter

Seasonal swimming lessons are coming to an end

It's swimming carnival season

Back to school and back to the pool

Kids aqua play returns!

Aqua Aerobics launching at Prince Alfred Park Pool

Important information regarding the re-opening of outdoor pools in City of Sydney

UPDATE: Mask requirements in recreation facilities

Important information for fitness passport users