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Gunyama Park, Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre, Cook + Phillip Park Pool
Thu, 4 Sept 2025

Make a splash this spring: Swim intensives + carnival-ready skills

From 29 September to 10 October, fast-track your child’s swimming skills and build carnival confidence – all in one fun and supportive program these school holidays.

Young boy in the pool wearing goggles and a swim cap, pointing in the air and smiling at the camera
City of Sydney Leisure
Thu, 7 Aug 2025

Spring into Wellness in September

Save the date: Rejuvenate, recharge, and reset with us from 20 to 28 September! Enjoy eight energising days filled with exciting activities, giveaways, fitness challenges, and more

Three women practising yoga and stretching on yoga mats outside on the grass
Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre
Sun, 8 Aug 2027

A shared journey through swimming: Ukrainian aqua classes

At Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre, our Ukrainian learn to swim and aqua group is about more than swimming - it's about connection, resilience, and shared strength

Participants during a Ukrainian aqua class being held by an instructor at Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre
City of Sydney Leisure
Thu, 11 Sept 2025

Dive into SwimFit with Edmund Chua

We spoke with Edmund Chua, one of our SwimFit squad members, about his journey to the Masters World Championships, what keeps him motivated, and how being part of a squad community has shaped his swimming

Edmund standing with his arms crossed, in front of a blue and white screen that displays the World Aquatics logo
Prince Alfred Park Pool, Andrew (Boy) Charlton Pool
Thu, 11 Sept 2025

Learn to Swim lessons are returning to Prince Alfred Park Pool and Andrew (Boy) Charlton Pool

Discover some the five top benefits of learning to swim in the great outdoors

A young child using a colourful flotation device to swim in the pool
City of Sydney Leisure
Thu, 11 Sept 2025

Labour Day long weekend hours

Plan your visit to our centres for the public holiday on Monday 6 October

Young girl on the diving platform, about to dive into the 50m pool at Gunyama Park Aquatic and Recreation Centre
City of Sydney Leisure
Sun, 31 Aug 2025

Fun ideas for the family these school holidays

From exciting kid-friendly adventures to moments of adult relaxation, discover our top ideas for unforgettable family fun

Mum kissing her baby on the head at Gunyama Park centre
City of Sydney Leisure
Fri, 22 Aug 2025

It's never too late to learn how to swim

Thinking of learning to swim or improving your stroke? Learn the benefits and how our adult participants have built confidence and skills through our program

Two women swimming with kickboards
City of Sydney Leisure
Tue, 19 Aug 2025

Spotlight on our Exercise Physiologists: Daniel

We chatted with our expert EP Daniel to discover what drives his passion for exercise physiology

Exercise Physiologist Daniel
Andrew (Boy) Charlton Pool
Fri, 15 Aug 2025

Andrew (Boy) Charlton Pool reopening 1 September

Critical maintenance and infrastructure upgrades have now been completed

The outdoor 50m pool at Andrew (Boy) Charlton Pool