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City of Sydney Leisure
Fri, 17 Jan 2025

It's swimming carnival season

Swimming carnivals are back this school year, which may affect lane availability. Find out more about the schedule and pool impacts below.

Woman with goggles swimming laps at Cook + Phillip Park pool
City of Sydney Leisure
Fri, 10 Jan 2025

Make a splash: Win free swimming lessons for a year!

Give your child the gift of water confidence

Three children in the Gunyama Park pool during a learn to swim lesson
City of Sydney Leisure
Thu, 9 Jan 2025

Refer a friend with Learn to Swim

Want two weeks of Learn to Swim lessons on us? Refer a friend and start enjoying the benefits!

Swim teacher with young boy during a Learn to Swim lesson at Gunyama Park
Victoria Park Pool
Mon, 6 Jan 2025

Yabun 2025

Australia’s largest one-day celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, held on Gadigal land at Victoria Park, Sydney.

People swimming at Victoria Park Pool at Yabun Festival
Victoria Park Pool
Mon, 6 Jan 2025

Fair Day 2025

Join us at Victoria Park Pool as we kick off Fair Day – the dazzling start to Australia's biggest celebration of LGBTQIA+ pride, the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras!

Person swimming underwater with the pride flag
City of Sydney Leisure
Mon, 6 Jan 2025

January long weekend hours

Plan your visit to our centres for the public holiday on Monday 27 January

Male and female training at the gym
Gunyama Park
Wed, 1 Jan 2025

How Neal found his happy place

Find out what why Gunyama Park's pool is Neal's happy place.

360 member Neal in the outdoor pool at Gunyama Park Aquatic and Recreation Centre
City of Sydney Leisure
Mon, 16 Dec 2024

Unlock more benefits with your online portal

360 members, Learn to Swim participants, and visitors can now simplify their fitness journey with the new online portal - making bookings and memberships hassle-free.

Man and woman sitting in Gunyama Park Cafe browsing a mobile phone
Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre, Cook + Phillip Park Pool, Victoria Park Pool
Fri, 13 Dec 2024

Extended weekend hours at our fitness centres

Three of our fitness centres will be open longer on weekends, giving you more time to enjoy your workout!

People using hand weights during a group exercise class at Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre gym
City of Sydney Leisure
Tue, 10 Dec 2024

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