Strathalbyn Pool

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

Weekends & Public Holidays

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

Weekends

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.

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.

*Family = 2 Adults + 3 Kids or 1 Adult + 4 Kids.

Watch Around Water Policies apply (i.e. supervision requirements & adult to child ratios)

• 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.
• Only persons approved by the Centre are permitted to conduct coaching and private swimming lessons at 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.

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.

27 October 2024: Morning Carnival. Pool will be open from 1:30pm subject to temperature

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

Lesson Times

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

Child (Under 13) Incentives

*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.

VACSWIM is a flagship initiative supported by the South Australian Government and solely administered by Surf Life Saving SA, and equips children aged 3 to 12 with essential skills to thrive in the water.

The VACSWIM program runs for 5 days between 16 - 20 December. Session lengths vary from 45 minutes to 1 hour depending on the swimming level. The class you register for online will start at the same time each day over the 5 days.

Prices vary.

Head online to the VACSWIM website and ENROL NOW by following the steps to register: vacswimsa.com.au/strathalbyn-outdoor-pool

For more information visit the VACSWIM website.