Pools & Lane Availability

Pool Facilities

Pool Lanes Location Temperature Depth Entry Access
50 metres 10 Outdoor 26 Degrees 1.35m - 2.00m Ramp, Ladders & Stairs
25 metres 10 Outdoor 26 Degrees 1.25m - 1.40m Ramp, Ladders, Stairs & Hoist
25 metres 4 Indoors 30 Degrees 0.90m - 1.10m Ladders, Stairs & Hoist
Program Pool (16+ only) Indoors 31 Degrees 0.90m - 1.40m Ramp, Ladders & Hoist
Lagoon/Leisure Pool - Indoors 30 Degrees 0.00m - 0.90am Beach/Ramp & Stairs
Splash Pad - Outdoors 30 Degrees Slide Tubs 0.60m stairs to access slides

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Lane Selection

Choose a lane that matches your swimming ability and intended stroke. Some lanes may have restrictions (eg no breaststroke)

Waves provides swimming lanes for members, the public and various community groups here are some key points to remember for a smooth and enjoyable lap swimming experience at the Centre

Waves will provide slow, medium and fast lap swimming space at all times to the general public in the outdoor pools.

Lane Etiquette

  • Keep to the Left: Swim on the left side of the lane.
  • Passing: To pass, swim on the right side of the swimmer in front, above the lane line.
  • Lane Changes: Look both ways before crossing lanes.
  • Waiting at the End: Move to the corners to allow others to keep swimming.

Lane Designation

  • Slow Lane:   Laps slower than 60 seconds per 50m
  • Medium Lane: Laps slower than 50 seconds per 50m
  • Medium Fast Lane: Laps slower than 40 seconds per 50m
  • Fast Lane: Laps faster than 40 seconds per 50m

Designated Walk-Run lanes will be available when possible. please ask a lifeguard for guidance if none are available.

Peak Times

Expect crowded conditions during peak hours:

  • Weekdays: 4:00pm-7:00pm
  • Saturdays: 7:00am-12:00pm

Try to swim during off-peak hours when possible.

Additional Information

  • During pool events, lane space may be limited in the 50m pool, but the 25m pool will be available for laps.
  • Pool closing times may vary, so check the opening hours page.

Stay updated through the Waves Fitness and Aquatic Centre Facebook page and Instagram for any changes or announcements! Enjoy your swim!

All our pools close at varying times within the Centres operating hours. Please see our opening hours page.

This is a guide to the number of lanes available in the pools for public swimming and is subject to change without notice. 

2025 School Carnival Schedule

Lane Availability

This is a guide only, due to operational factors lane availability may change without notice.

Time
Tue
21/01
Wed
22/01
Thu
23/01
Fri
24/01
Sat
25/01
Sun
26/01
Mon
27/01
 6:00 AM
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
 6:30 AM
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
 7:00 AM
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
 7:30 AM
4
4
4
4
2
4
4
 8:00 AM
2
2
2
2
1
4
4
 8:30 AM
2
2
2
2
2
4
4
 9:00 AM
2
2
2
2
1
4
2
 9:30 AM
2
2
2
2
1
4
2
 10:00 AM
2
2
2
2
1
4
2
 10:30 AM
2
2
2
2
1
4
2
 11:00 AM
2
2
2
2
3
4
2
 11:30 AM
2
2
2
2
2
4
2
 12:00 PM
4
3
4
4
4
4
2
 12:30 PM
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
 1:00 PM
4
4
4
4
2
4
4
 1:30 PM
4
4
4
4
2
4
4
 2:00 PM
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
 2:30 PM
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
 3:00 PM
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
 3:30 PM
2
2
2
2
4
4
2
 4:00 PM
2
1
2
2
4
4
1
 4:30 PM
0
0
1
1
4
4
1
 5:00 PM
0
0
0
1
4
4
0
 5:30 PM
1
1
1
2
4
4
1
 6:00 PM
1
1
1
1
4
4
1
 6:30 PM
1
1
2
4
4
4
2
 7:00 PM
3
2
4
4
4
4
4
 7:30 PM
4
3
4
4
4
4
4
 8:00 PM
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
 8:30 PM
4
4
4
4
4
4
4

 

Time
Tue
21/01
Wed
22/01
Thu
23/01
Fri
24/01
Sat
25/01
Sun
26/01
Mon
27/01
 6:00 AM
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
 6:30 AM
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
 7:00 AM
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
 7:30 AM
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
 8:00 AM
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
 8:30 AM
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
 9:00 AM
10
10