2024/2025 Season

ABOUT

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.

OPENING TIMES

OFF PEAK SEASON OPENING TIMES

1 October - 15 December 2024 | 28 January - 30 April 2025

Monday to Friday

6:00am – 8:30amLap Swimming
3:00pm – 7:00pmGeneral Admission*


Weekends & Public Holidays

7:00am – 9:00amLap Swimming
9:00am – 5:00pmGeneral 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 – 8:30amLap Swimming
8:30am – 7:00pmGeneral Admission*

Weekends

7:00am – 9:00amLap Swimming
9:00am – 6:00pmGeneral 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.

PRICES
General Passes
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
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
CONDITIONS OF ENTRY
  • 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:
  1. You must have all relevant individuals consent to use images.
  2. It is illegal to broadcast or publish images without consent.
  3. Under no circumstances are cameras, video cameras or mobile phones to be used in change room areas.
WATCH AROUND WATER POLICIES

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

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

TBC

TadpoleTBC
Octopus

TBC

Sardine

TBC

SalmonTBC
TunaTBC
LAP IT UP CLUB

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

DISTANCELAPSPRIZE
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
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

AQUA FITNESS CLASSES

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.

GREAT SOUTHERN SWIMMING CLUB

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
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)

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

FAMILY SEASON PASS ONLINE PURCHASE TUTORIAL

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.

18 STEPS

1. Click Join now

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2. Click Strathalbyn

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3. Click Next

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4. Select 'Season Pass'

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5. Click Next

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6. Select 'Family Season Pass'

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7. Click Next

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8. Complete account creation form for the Primary Adult, agree to T&C's, then click Next

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9. Confirm summary. Click "Details >" to review Season Pass T&C's.

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10. Click Next

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11. Add payment details then click Process Payment.

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12. Log into the Customer Portal. Navigate to the Friends and family tab. Click Add family member

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13. Select Strathalbyn. Click Next

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14. Select the $0.00 Family season pass - Additional Member.

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15. Click Next

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16. Add child account details then click Next

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17. Agree to T&C's (click 'Details >' to view). Click Next

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18. Either add another family member (2A + 3C or 1A + 4C). Repeat until all family is added. Family members beyond 5 must be purchased in person.

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Here's an interactive tutorial

** Best experienced in Full Screen (click the icon in the top right corner before you begin) **

https://www.iorad.com/player/2033569/Purchase-a-Strathalbyn-Community-Pool-Family-Season-Pass

Contact Us

Phone: (08) 8536 2559
Email: strathpool@ymcasa.org.au
Facebook: /StrathalbynPool
Postal Address: Colman Terrace, Strathalbyn, SA 5255