Palm Beach Aquatic Centre
Novel coronavirus (COVID-19) update
Palm Beach Aquatic Centre is currently operating under COVID-Safe management planning to ensure the safety of members, guests, athletes, regular user groups, City employees and the wider Gold Coast community.
The way we do things will be different and some of our services are temporarily unavailable and will be reintroduced as part of the continued easing of restrictions in Queensland.
You can stay up to date with the latest information at cityofgoldcoast.com.au/covid19.
Location
Phone: 07 5582 8499
Email: pbac@goldcoast.qld.gov.au
We are open every day except Good Friday, ANZAC Day and Christmas Day.
Operating hours
| Summer operating hours (1 September to 31 May) | |
|---|---|
| Monday to Thursday | 5am to 7.30pm |
| Friday | 5am to 6pm |
| Saturday | 6am to 5pm |
| Sunday and public holidays | 7am to 4pm |
| Winter operating hours (1 June to 31 August) | |
| Monday to Thursday | 5am to 7.30pm |
| Friday | 5am to 6pm |
| Saturday | 6am to 4pm |
| Sunday and public holidays | 8am to 3pm |
Entry prices
| General admission | Fee |
|---|---|
| Adult (16 years +) | $6.30 |
| Child (2 to 15 years) | $4.70 |
| Concession (pensioner / full-time student) | $4.70 |
| Child under 2 years | Free |
| Carers of disabled person | Free |
| Parent/carer and child (2 to 15 years) | $9.20 |
| Family pass (4 swimmers, maximum 2 adults) | $18.00 |
| Non-swimmer/spectator | $3.00 |
Public access to pools may be restricted at times due to school swimming carnivals and other aquatic events booked at the centre. While we do our best to update members and visitors or any events at the centre, there may be last minute changes to programs. Contact the centre direct if you have any questions around public access.
Palm Beach Aquatic Centre redevelopment
To stay up to date on the Palm Beach Aquatic and Community Centre redevelopment, visit the project page.
More information
Pool membership fees and multi-visit passes
The following memberships and multi-visit passes are for pool access only.
Admission passes can be purchased at any City-operated aquatic centre and are valid only for use at the centre of purchase.
| Type of pass/membership | Direct debit per fortnight | Paid in full |
|---|---|---|
| Adult 12-month membership | $35.58 | $882 |
| Adult 6-month membership | $36.54 | $450.00 |
| Child and concession 12-month membership | $24.27 | $600.00 |
| Child and concession 6-month membership | $27.31 | $335.00 |
| Adult 1 month membership | N/A | $120.00 |
| Child and concession 1-month membership | N/A | $84.00 |
| Adult 25-visit pass | N/A | $138.00 |
| Child 25-visit pass | N/A | $97.00 |
| Adult 10-visit pass | N/A | $56.00 |
| Child 10-visit pass | N/A | $40.00 |
Facilities
- a 10-lane, 50-metre outdoor competition pool
- a six-lane, 18-metre indoor learn to swim pool
- indoor hydrotherapy pool (10 metres x 5 metres, heated to 35 degrees Celsius)
- children’s splash pool.
Other features
- change rooms and amenities
- reception and merchandise
- large outdoor grassed area for a variety of activities
- shaded seating areas
- barbecues
- kiosk
- crèche
- bus and coach drop off an parking available adjacent to the main entry
- first aid facilities and lifeguard support.
Fitness centre, aqua classes and crèche
Our fitness centre is so much more than just a gym. Your fitness centre membership includes group fitness and aqua classes. For more information, visit Fitness centres.
Download and view our group fitness timetable.
We provide quality, low-cost child minding for up to two hours (conditions apply). Bookings are essential. Find out more about our crèche.
Hydrotherapy pool
PBAC is home to the only hydrotherapy pool in the southern Gold Coast.
The 10-metre x five-metre indoor hydrotherapy pool is heated to 35 degrees Celsius and serves those in our local community who have severe and multiple impairments or disabilities.
Due to its popularity and user safety, access is by booking only. Booking can be made in person at the centre or by calling 07 5582 8499.
Indoor learn to swim pool public operating hours
| Summer – 19 September 2020 to 31 May 2021 | |
|---|---|
| Monday to Thursday | 5am to 8am, 12pm to 2.30pm, 6.30pm to 7.30pm |
| Friday | 5am to 8am, 12.30pm to 2.30pm |
| Saturday | 6am to 8am, 1pm to 5pm |
| Sunday & public holidays | 7am to 4pm |
| Winter – 1 June to 18 September 2020 | |
|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 5am to 8am, 12pm to 2.30pm, 6.30pm to 7.30pm |
| Friday | 5am to 8am, 12.30pm to 2.30pm |
| Saturday | 6am to 8am, 1pm to 4pm |
| Sunday & public holidays | 8am to 3pm |
Upcoming aquatic events
| Date | Event | Times | Allocated space |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 January | Marymount College swimming carnival | 8.30am to 2.30pm | 50-metre pool |
| 2 February | Kings Christian College swimming carnival | 8am to 3pm | 50-metre pool |
| 3 February | St. Vincent’s Primary swimming trials | 9.15am to 2.30pm | 50-metre pool |
| 4 February | St Andrew’s swimming carnival | 9am to 2.45pm | 50-metre pool |
| 5 February | St Augustine’s swimming carnival | 8.30am to 3pm | 50-metre pool |
| 6 February | Gold Coast Swimming club meet | 7.30am to 4pm | 50-metre pool |
| 9 February | Palm Beach Currumbin High swimming carnival | 9am to 3pm | 50-metre pool |
| 10 February | Palm Beach Currumbin High swimming carnival | 9am to 3pm | 50-metre pool |
| 11 February | Marymount Primary school carnival | 9am to 12.30pm | 50-metre pool |
| 11 February | Marymount Primary school carnival | 9am to 12.30pm | 50-metre pool |
| 12 February | St. Vincent’s Primary swimming carnival | 9am to 2pm | 50-metre pool |
| 12 February | Underwater Hockey event | 12pm to 5pm | 50-metre pool - northern end |
| 14 February | Underwater Hockey event | 9am to 2pm | 50-metre pool - northern end |
| 5 March | Gold Coast Catholic Schools swimming carnival | 8.45am to 2.30pm | 50-metre pool |
Please note: Parking may be limited during these dates. Event information regarding tickets or schedules are to be obtained by the event organisers. We are unable to provide this information.
Parking
Three-hour public parking is available at the centre.
Squad
A comprehensive junior, senior through to adult squad program is available at Palm Beach Aquatic Centre. Visit our Squad swimming page for more information.
School swimming programs and carnivals
Palm Beach Aquatic Centre offers school swimming programs and is an ideal location for your school's swimming carnival. Visit our School swimming program and carnivals page for more information.
Squash
Palm Beach Aquatic Centre has six squash courts available for casual use and is also home to Palm Beach Squash Club.
| Squash court casual hire | |
|---|---|
| Half hour | $12.20 |
| One hour | $21 |
| Racquet and ball hire | $5 |
To make a casual squash court booking, call the centre on 07 5582 8499.
Palm Beach Currumbin Swim Club
Palm Beach Currumbin Swim Club (PBCSC) is a fun, friendly, family orientated club whose aim is to promote swimming in a safe and enjoyable way.
Catering for swimmers of all ages and abilities, the club is involved in promoting competitive swimming as well as hosting club nights and social events. For more information, visit Palm Beach Currumbin Swim Club.
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