Council pools

There are 22 Council swimming pools across Brisbane offering opportunities for fun, fitness and recreation. Visit a Council pool to cool off, relax, enjoy water play, swim laps, attend a fitness class, learn to swim, improve your swim stroke or join a swimming club.

Increased COVID-19 restrictions from 1am Tuesday 29 June 2021

Increased restrictions are in place for South East Queensland from 1am Tuesday 29 June.

Patrons need to wear a mask in accordance with Queensland Government requirements.

Pool entry requirements

All visitors must register their contact details on entry via the Check In Qld app.

Pools are owned by Council, but managed by private operators who can assist with information about the facilities and activities offered.

Pool facilities vary between venues and pool open hours may vary between seasons. View individual pool pages for detailed information.

Council endorses the Royal Life Saving Society's Keep Watch program which aims to prevent children drowning.

All Council pools now honour the Queensland Government Companion Card, allowing free entry for anyone accompanying a person with disability who requires attendant care support.

Highlights

Winter season information

Commencing Monday 19 April to Friday 17 September 2021, operating hours, entry, program schedules and lane availability may change over the winter months. Please contact your local pool directly for further detailed information.

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Aqua parks and water play areas

Beat the heat and enjoy a great day out at one of Council's aqua parks and water play areas.

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Find pool events

We run a heap of active and healthy events from our Council pools. Check out our What's On events calendar.

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Sandgate Aquatic Centre

Located on the Sandgate foreshore, the centre has lap pools, a wading pool, play gear, slides, a diving board, a heated pool and a gym with yoga and Pilates rooms.

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