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A visit to your local pool is a fun family activity that builds water confidence. There are some great facilities across Canterbury that are family friendly and the perfect place to burn off some excess energy.
- Swimming pools in the greater Christchurch area (CINCH).
- Christchurch City Council indoor swimming pools, including the new Parakiore.
- Christchurch paddling pools open during the summer (CCC).
- Christchurch City Council outdoor swimming pools.
- Christchurch and Banks Peninsula beaches (CCC).
- He Puna Taimoana - the New Brighton hot pools.
- Check the water quality at swimming locations around Canterbury (Environment Canterbury).
- Selwyn District Council's outdoor pools open during the summer.
- Selwyn Aquatic Centre in Rolleston.
- Waimakariri District Council's indoor and outdoor pools.
- MainPower Amberley Pool is open during the summer.
- Kaikōura Aquatic Centre is open during the summer.
- EA Networks Centre in Ashburton.
Find out about the CCC Swimsmart programme that aims to help pre-schoolers, children and teenagers learn to swim and be water confident.
Read more about the Early Birds Club at Taiora QEII.
Most local council pools offer learn to swim programmes for all ages to become safe and confident in the water - from preschoolers (6 months +) to adults!
- Christchurch City Council Swimsmart programme.
- Come along to Selwyn Swim School - including a new Minnows programme for babies from 4 months.
- WaiSwim in the Waimakariri District.
- The Mainpower Amberley Pool provides learn to swim classes.
- Learn to swim at the EA Networks Centre in Ashburton.
Just for women swimming sessions in Christchurch are available at:
- Te Pou Toetoe: Linwood Pool every Wednesday (3 to 9.30pm); and
- Matatiki Hornby Centre every Thursday (3 to 9.30pm).
Unwind in the spa, swim some laps in the lane pool, splash with your kids on the wet deck or sign up for a swimming lesson to further your water confidence.
All women are welcome, including transgender women and people who identify as being a woman. You are welcome to bring your children, including boys 5 years old and under.
For your comfort and privacy, friendly female staff will be poolside and the blinds will be down so you can relax and enjoy the pools in your own way.
Standard pool entry fees will apply. Free entry for pool or multi members.
Women and Girls Pool Nights are run monthly at the Selwyn Aquatic Centre (5.30 to 8pm on the third Saturday of the month).
Women's swim nights are also being held at EA Networks Centre (7 to 8.30pm on selected Wednesdays). Boys under 10 are allowed with their mother or caregiver.
Sensory swimming sessions are set in a calming private pool space away from the hustle and bustle! A safe and supportive environment is created where people can feel comfortable and at ease to explore new experiences. Bookings are essential.
Date and Time: Every Saturday from 2 to 4pm.
Location: Teach Pool at Pioneer Recreation Centre (75 Lyttelton Street, Somerfield).
Find out more sensory swimming sessions at the Pioneer Recreation Centre, including costs. Caregivers can swim for free.
Parakiore has New Zealand's first fully inclusive aquatic sensory space! Water wheelchairs are available for easy pool access. Entry options allow for a calm low-stimulation experience if needed. Bookings are essential.