Public Swimming

Located in the heart of the AIS Campus, the AIS Aquatic Centre houses both 50 metre and 25 metre indoor heated pools.

The 50 metre pool can be converted into two 25 metre pools through the use of a move-able bulkhead. The Centre also has the capability to be setup for competition swimming, water polo and many other sporting events.

For all general enquiries regarding public swimming, please contact our pool reception staff on PH: (02) 6214 1281 or (02) 6214 1050.

Pool and Lane Hire

The AIS Aquatic Centre, and individual pools and lanes are available for hire for everything from swimming carnivals to water polo and artistic swimming training and competitions. Fees are determined on application.

Please refer to our hire page to find out more.

Opening Times

Opening times are subject to lane availability within the following

Monday to Friday 6.00am to 9.50pm Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays 8.00am to 7.50pm

Please check the timetable for actual hours of operation on any given day.

AIS Aquatic Centre Fees

(all prices in effect from 1 July 2025)

Conditions of Entry

• Entry only available during public opening times.
• Patrons must adhere to all fees and charges.
• Current ID card required for concession admission.
• Patrons must obey pool rules and follow AIS Aquatic Centre staff directions at all times.
• No glass objects or alcoholic beverages are permitted in the Centre.
• Pets or animals (with the exception of Assistance Animals), or any items that are deemed to cause public nuisance or offence, are not permitted in the Centre.
• Abusive, disruptive or offensive behaviour and language are not permitted.
• Appropriate swimming attire must be worn.
• Swim caps must be worn in the pool at all times.
• Patrons with open wounds, known infections or illness should not enter the water. If unsure, please report to our qualified first aid attendant to review the risk your condition may present to other patrons.
• Learn to swim, squads and private coaching sessions can only be conducted by AIS Aquatic Centre staff members unless permission has been granted by management.
• Children aged seven and older, must use their gender appropriate change room.
• AIS Aquatic Centre is a non-smoking venue.
• The AIS Aquatic Centre takes no responsibility for lost or stolen belongings. Lockers are available through reception.

Active supervision of children

Consistent with the RLSSA Keep Watch program, opens in a new tab, parents / guardians (over 18 years of age) must maintain active supervision of children. This means:

• 0-5 year olds - stay within arm's reach
• 6-10 year olds & weak swimmers - be close, be prepared & maintain constant visual contact
• 11-14 year olds - maintain visual contact

Public Swimming Timetable

Please note that as we continue to support and host High Performance athlete activity in the pools, opening times and lane availability may be limited and are subject to change at short notice.

Below are the lanes available in the 25m and 50m pools on the following dates and times.

Note: sc = short course