Come and experience on of the fastest growing sports in Australia. If you have played tennis, squash, badminton or table tennis you will certainly enjoy this exciting new game.

Join us on the June long weekend and try on of our fastest growing sports programs, Pickleball. 

All ages and skill levels are welcome. If you've never played, our friendly Pickleball community will help teach you the game and show you how to play.

Entry is free and all equipment is provided.

Location: Cook + Phillip Park Pool = Indoor Sports Court

Time: two sessions will run on the morning

Cook + Phillip Park Pool

Pickleball is a highly contagious sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong using a paddle and plastic ball with holes.

Pickleball trial day 

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!

All programs and activities will take place as scheduled this evening. 

Cook + Phillip Park Pool has now re-opened

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

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

Make 2023 your healthiest and happiest year ever!

The Air Gym will temporarily close from Monday 22 April 2024 due to scheduled maintenance

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LIMITED TIME OFFER: Pay $0 Joining Fee on all new 360 memberships

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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

Click the link below to help plan your visit to Sydney's pools and fitness centres. 

Centre opening hours and programs will be impacted 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!

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Celebrating NSW Seniors Festival 2024

Extended opening hours commencing on Saturday 1 October

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Complete a 10 minute survey to help us understand how you use the centre. 

Share your feedback!

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 The learn to swim and squad programs will not run, and group fitness will run on a limited timetable.  

Alternate operating hours will be in place for the public holiday on Friday 26 January.

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

In the event the pool reaches its safe operational capacity, a 

Victoria Park Pool will experience increased patronage during Yabun, and high demand for access into the centre is to be expected.

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!

Enjoy group fitness classes, exercise challenges and health consultations with our fitness experts.

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

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

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

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

NSW Seniors Festival 11 March to  24 March  2024

RSVP your place

Open Day for trans and gender diverse people

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

Join today

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

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

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

your membership fees waived for six months

Join us for our 15 year anniversary celebration!

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Gunyama Park Aquatic and Recreation Centre

Join today, and pay nothing for the first 2 weeks

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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Get Ready to Play! New comps season starting soon!

New season of social sports competitions starting soon

Due to the Hoka Runaway Half Marathon, on Sunday 5 May 2024, there will be limited access to the centre between 2:00am and 2:00pm.

Restricted access to Cook + Phillip Park Pool on 5 May 2024

Dive into holiday fun with our Easter themed Learn to Swim Lessons from Friday 22 March to Thursday 28 March 2024.

Learn to Swim Easter Theme

The City of Sydney Aquatic Club (COSAC) had some great results in the recent Metro Championships, with a number of outstanding individual performances.

City of Sydney Aquatic Club Makes a Splash at Metro Championships

Join us on Sunday 31 March for an afternoon and evening of relaxation, swimming, sport, food and fun!

Open day for trans and gender diverse communities

Join us on Wednesday 13 March as we come together to celebrate International Women's Day and advocate for greater female participation in sports. 

Empowering Women in Sports: Breaking Barriers and Building Confidence

Karen is a long tenured and much loved employee at Cook + Phillip Park Pool

Celebrating International Day of People with a Disability

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

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

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

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.

Fitness Centre (weekends)

Sauna and Steam Room (daily)

Weekdays

Weekday evenings

Weekend mornings

Saturday

Sunday

Program Pool Operating Hours

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

Daily

Splash pad

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.

Victoria Park Pool

360 Pro

360 Pro Concession

360 Pro Swim Only

360 Pro Swim Only Concession

360 Family

360 Learn to Swim Family Membership

360 Active

360 Active Concession

360 Active Swim Only

360 Active Swim Only Concession

360 Active 

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Explore the City's six world-class pools and fitness centres.

Learn more about our 6 world-class locations. 

Click on the link below to discover our locations across Sydney, or submit an enquiry to speak with our customer help desk. 

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