2024/2025 Season
Strathalbyn Community Swimming Pool is located in the heart of Strathalbyn and is home to the only 50m outdoor pool on the Fleurieu.
Amenities include 2 gas and solar heated pools 50m 6 lane pool ( 26 degrees) and toddler pool (30 degrees) with water feature for younger children, kiosk, recently renovated changing facilities with warm showers, and large pool inflatable used during the weekends and school holidays.
Our kiosk has a variety of hot and cold snacks available for purchase, including noodle cups, hot chips, and cold drinks. While we welcome you to bring your own food from home, please note commercially purchased food and drink are not permitted within the facility.
So come in, enjoy a leisurely lap swim, an aqua class, picnic or a fun day out on the inflatable with the family.
OFF PEAK SEASON OPENING TIMES
1 October - 15 December 2024 | 28 January - 30 April 2025
Monday to Friday
6:00am – 8:30am | Lap Swimming |
3:00pm – 7:00pm | General Admission* |
Weekends & Public Holidays
7:00am – 9:00am | Lap Swimming |
9:00am – 5:00pm | General Admission* |
The pool will remain open for General Admission on Off Peak days when the weather is 25° or above, as per the 6pm forecast the day prior. The pool is open for Lap Swimming regardless of the forecast.
PEAK SEASON OPENING TIMES
16 December 2024 - 27 January 2025
Monday to Friday
6:00am – 8:30am | Lap Swimming |
8:30am – 7:00pm | General Admission* |
Weekends
7:00am – 9:00am | Lap Swimming |
9:00am – 6:00pm | General Admission* |
The pool will remain open for General Admission all season on days when the weather is 25° or above, as per the 6pm forecast the day prior. The pool is open for Lap Swimming regardless of the forecast.
CLOSED DAYS
Good Friday, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. ANZAC Day open 12pm.
Opening times may vary according to attendance or weather.
EXTENDED OPENING
The pool hours may be extended if the temperature is 32 degrees and over in Strathalbyn at 5:30pm on the day and at the discretion of management.If opening hours are extended, this will be published via social media.
General Passes | |
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Adult Swim | $8.00 |
Concession/Child (4 yrs and over) | $6.40 |
Spectators | $2.50 |
Child (3 yrs and under) | FREE |
Family Day Pass | $25.60 |
Season Passes | |
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Adult Season Pass | $265.00 |
Concession / Child Pass | $212.00 |
Family Season Pass* | $415.00 |
Lap Swimming Only Pass | $212.00 |
*Family = 2 Adults + 3 Kids or 1 Adult + 4 Kids.
Watch Around Water Policies apply (i.e. supervision requirements & adult to child ratios)
Casual Group Fitness
Aqua Aerobics | $12.50 |
YMCA Swimming Lessons
Per week | $19.00 |
- Children under 10 years must be accompanied and constantly supervised by an adult.
- Children under 5 years must be accompanied in the water and remain within arms reach.
- Unsupervised children (of any age) will be removed from the water if the lifeguard is concerned for their safety.
- General rough play or unsociable behavior is not permitted due to safety concerns.
- Patrons are required to follow staff directions at all times, failure to do so may result in eviction from the centre.
- The YMCA welcomes the capturing of your magic moments on camera or video, however, privacy of others must be respected. The use of cameras and video cameras at this venue is conditional upon the following:
- You must have all relevant individuals consent to use images.
- It is illegal to broadcast or publish images without consent.
- Under no circumstances are cameras, video cameras or mobile phones to be used in change room areas.
CHILD UNDER 5 must be actively supervised within arms reach
CHILD UNDER 10 must be actively supervised and remain in sight
KNOW YOUR RATIO
Children Under 5 : 1 Adult to 2 children, including babies in prams. All children 0-4 years of age MUST be accompanied in the water.
Children Under 10 : 1 Adult to 4 children. All children 5-9 years of age MUST be ACTIVELY SUPERVISED at all times.
Mixed Groups : 1 Adult to child aged 0-4 and three children aged 5-9.
PROGRAMS
Swimming lessons for the 2024-25 season are being organised. We will update information here once confirmed.
Swimming and water safety skills are just part of what your child will gain in YMCA Swimming Lessons. YMCA SA swimming lessons are provided by nationally accredited swimming instructors and all YMCA instructors complete working with children checks.
Key Details
- Swimming lesson members receive one 30 minute lesson a week, and unlimited swims during the term outside of lesson times.
- Swimming lessons at Strathalbyn Community Pool cater to children 4 years and older. Due to pool depth, we do not offer lessons to children under 4.
- Enrol online at any point during the term via the Client Portal.
Swimming Term Dates
Term 1 | |
Term 2 | |
Term 3 |
Lesson Times
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Tadpole | TBC |
Octopus | TBC |
Sardine | TBC |
Salmon | TBC |
Tuna | TBC |
The Lap It Up Club is designed for swimmers who are looking for something a little more rewarding than simply swimming up and down the pool. With a rewarding incentive program, the Lap It Up Club helps you set goals and gives you real motivation to achieve them.
Whether you swim once a day or once a month, we’ll help you to track your progress and achieve your health and fitness goals.
- Lap it Up Club is available to members of all ages
- Club progress in kilometres will be recorded in centre
- Receive incentives and rewards for your progress and milestones
- Hall of Fame prize is 2 weeks FREE membership
- Monthly spot prizes
To register, complete a Lap It Up enrolment form at our lifeguard station, and then simply record your laps with the lifeguard on duty every time you swim.
Adult Distance Incentives
DISTANCE | LAPS | PRIZE |
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100 kms | 4,000 | Drink Bottle |
250 kms | 10,000 | Swim Cap |
500 kms | 20,000 | Goggles |
750 kms | 30,000 | Beach Towel |
1,000 kms | 40,000 | Bathers |
5,000 kms | 200,000 | Entry into Hall of Fame |
Child (Under 13) Incentives
DISTANCE | LAPS | PRIZE |
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25 kms | 1,000 | Drink Bottle |
50 kms | 2,000 | Swim Cap |
100 kms | 4,000 | Goggles |
250 kms | 10,000 | Beach Towel |
500 kms | 20,000 | Bathers |
1,000 kms | 40,000 | Entry into Hall of Fame |
*Lap It Up Club Cards are checked on a monthly basis and prizes will be distributed by the Swimming Lessons Coordinator upon these checks.
To enquire about the Lap It Up Club please email the Strath Pool: strathpool@ymcasa.org.au
Water resistance training classes incorporating low-impact aerobic exercise.
Aqua Fit
Water resistance training. Low-impact aerobic exercise in the shallow end of the pool.
Friday 10am, starting from 1 November - 4 April.
Cost: $12.50
Our weather policy does not apply.
Please note classes are not included in season passes and are charged separately.
Join the Great Southern Swimming Club
The Great Southern Swimming Club is a great way to stay fit and have a good time doing it! All ages are welcome.
The club operates from Fleurieu Aquatic Centre all year round and from the Strathalbyn Community Swimming Pool from October–March.
Members are required to compete in several local competitions during the season.
"Come and Try" FREE for three sessions
Swimmers should be able to swim 50m in freestyle, breaststroke and backstroke, in a recognisable form.
Strathalbyn Pool | |
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Monday | 6:30am - 8:00am |
Tuesday | 4:30pm - 6:00pm (subject to temperature) |
Wednesday | 6:30am - 8:00am |
Thursday | 4:30pm - 6:00pm (subject to temperature) |
Saturday (Masters only) | 7:30am - 9:00am |
Fleurieu Aquatic Centre (all year round) | |
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Monday | 5:30pm -7:00pm |
Friday | 4:00pm - 5:30pm |
Saturday (Masters only, April - Oct) | 8:00am - 9:30am |
Click the button to visit the Clubs website and find out more information
PURCHASE ONLINE
A Family Season Pass includes unlimited access to the outdoor pool for the entire family for the season (17 October 2022 - 9 April 2023). A family can include 2 Adults and up to 3 children, or 1 Adult and up to 4 children. Season passes do not include Aqua Aerobics.
To purchase, select the Family Season Pass, create the account for the primary account holder, then complete the online sale. Then from within the Customer Portal add your family members. See below tutorial for step by step instructions.
Here's an interactive tutorial
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Contact Us
Phone: (08) 8536 2559
Email: strathpool@ymcasa.org.au
Facebook: /StrathalbynPool
Postal Address: Colman Terrace, Strathalbyn, SA 5255