The leisure pool and hydro pool will be closed today (Friday 3 March) from 5pm.

Due to scheduled maintenance works, the entire courtyard will be closed to the public from 7:30am on Monday 31 July to Tuesday 1 August.

Courtyard Closure

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GOswim will re-commence from Monday 16 January.

Join us on Saturday 17 December, for an action-packed day to celebrate the start of Summer.

Free entry to our Summer open day!

Join us for an afternoon and evening of relaxation, swimming, sport, food and fun!

Open day for trans and gender diverse people

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

View Opening Hours

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

The water temperature in the Hydrotherapy pool is currently lower than normal. 

The Wave Pool will be back from Saturday 19 November!

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. 

Learn more.

 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.

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

Find out more

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

Summer holiday service changes 

Complete survey 

We are inviting members and users to provide feedback and input to help shape the future of the outdoor gym facility.

We want your feedback

Apply today

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!

Join today

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

Join now

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!

Enquire  today

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.

Complete survey

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!

Enquire now

Accelerate your child's skills in the water

View timetable

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. 

Sign up now!

Terms and conditions apply. Limited time only.

Click here

Secure you spot

For the first 50 students who enrol in November

Cook + Phillip 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

Help us enhance your experience by sharing your thoughts on how to create a better, more inclusive outdoor gym. 

Let us know how to improve the outdoor gym space.

Launching in the lead up to Summer, work up a sweat with us at an outdoor bootcamp!

Get Summer ready at our outdoor bootcamp

Starting from the end of October and throughout the first week of November, you can dive into a world of sports and camaraderie. 

New 2023 Summer Sports Comps Starting Soon

Join us on Friday 27 October at 5:30pm for a Special Halloween-themed Zumba Class!

Zumba Class Extravaganza

Dive into Spooky Fun with Our Halloween-Themed Kids Swim Lessons

Learn to Swim Halloween Week

Introducing great friends Illaria and Chiara who are both regulars at Cook + Phillip Park Pool.

Discover how Illaria and Chiara found their happy place

We had the opportunity to chat with Cassandra and her daughter Penny, about the importance of learning to swim.

Why Penny loves learning to swim

Join the fun and excitement of football themed lessons, and score some goals in the pool! 

Learn to Swim Football Festival

We're seeking expressions of interest from players and teams looking to play in upcoming social sports comps.

Enter your team into the new Winter sports season

Autumn and Winter may be the best time of the year to teach your kids how to swim

Five reasons to keep kids swimming over Winter

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.

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. 

Prince Alfred Park Pool

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 Cook + Phillip Park Pool

Free entry to our Summer Open Day

Let us know how to improve the outdoor gym space.

Get Summer ready at our outdoor bootcamp

New 2023 Summer Sports Comps Starting Soon

Zumba Class Extravaganza

Learn to Swim Halloween Week

Discover how Illaria and Chiara found their happy place

Why Penny loves learning to swim

Learn to Swim Football Festival

Enter your team into the new Winter sports season

Five reasons to keep kids swimming over Winter

Group Fitness Marathon

Learn to swim is back

Learn to Swim Summer holiday break

Open day for trans and gender diverse people

The Wave Pool is back!

Free entry to our Summer open day!

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

Exercise and Socialise

Pickleball trial day

Social sports competitions return

Restricted access to Cook + Phillip Park Pool on 15 May 2022

Keep your children active and entertained during the winter

City of Sydney Aquatic Club continues to win

It's swimming carnival season

Update on our indoor multipurpose sports court availability

Back to school and back to the pool

Facility and service impacts

Our new and refurbished fitness centre

Our fitness centre has re-opened!

Kids aqua play returns!

Fitness centres to undergo major refurbishment

Update on changerooms

Important information regarding the return of learn to swim at City of Sydney pools

UPDATE: Mask requirements in recreation facilities

Pool returning to 50m

Important information for fitness passport users