South Australians dive in as pool season heats up
Temperatures have risen, but South Australians are spoilt for choice when it comes to community pools. Councils across the state are also rolling out fun fitness programs and family-friendly facilities to help locals make the most of summer.
Waterworld Aquatic Centre
Waterworld Aquatic Centre has three heated outdoor pools, thrilling water slides and a splash pad. The community can take advantage of shaded picnic areas, barbecues and a café, Learn to Swim classes, aquafit sessions and birthday party packages.
Marion Outdoor Pool
A community favourite for generations, Marion Outdoor Pool combines three pools, sweeping lawns and shady spots to relax. The splash park is always a crowd-pleaser for kids, while resident discounts and family passes make it affordable for locals. Maintenance crews are currently upgrading the two large waterslides, which will reopen in late October.
George Bolton Swimming Centre Burnside
Tucked under the gum trees, George Bolton Swimming Centre Burnside delivers a classic outdoor pool experience. Swimmers can choose from a toddler pool, learner pool or 50m lap pool, with accessible amenities including a Changing Places bathroom ensuring everyone can enjoy the space.
Unley Swimming Centre
Head to Unley Swimming Centre’s 50m pool, with its eight heated lanes, drawing seasoned swimmers throughout the summer. Families make the most of the shaded leisure and toddler pools, and the Learn to Swim programs. Aqua Aerobics sessions are another fitness program on offer.
Salisbury Aquatic Centre
After a major redevelopment, Salisbury Aquatic Centre features an 8-lane, 50m pool, a triple water slide tower and splash zones for hours of outdoor family fun. Inside the centre, visitors will find a modern health club, heated lap pool and café.
Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre
Mount Gambier’s Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre’s state-of-the-art facility includes a 50m outdoor pool, indoor lap pool, warm water pools and a splash pad for children, making it one of the region’s most versatile recreational spaces.
The huge man-made lake welcomes residents and visitors alike. With a shallow section for littlies, deeper sections for lane swimming, a diving pontoon and an enclosed children’s area – it's perfect for everyone.
Norwood Swimming Centre
Norwood Swimming Centre offers a relaxed backyard feel under shady gum trees. Families can enjoy the 50m outdoor pool and toddler pool, with a giant inflatable obstacle course set up every Sunday until February.
Gawler Aquatic Centre
Gawler Aquatic Centre welcomes swimmers of all abilities with a heated 50m lap pool, a Learn to Swim pool and a toddler pool warmed to 32 degrees. Holiday swim programs, aquarobics classes and a diving board ensure this much-loved facility has something for everyone.
For more ways to cool off or to see if your local pool is open for summer, check out your local council website.
