University Pools - Open 1 December - 31 March
Main Pool
The main pool is 50m in length and is 15.3m wide (can contain six lanes). It is 0.9m deep (shallow end) to 1.4m (deep end). Generally, three-lane ropes are placed in the main pool during public hours.
We are located on the University campus off of Gate 4, Hillcrest Road.
Dive Pool
The circular dive pool is 4.3m deep with a diameter of 11.3m.
Pool Bookings
There is no need to book the pool. Just head on down to the pool facility and you can pay on arrival with either cash or eftpos. If you did want to book the pool for a private function you can enquiry by emailing [email protected]
To stay up to date with latest information and any closures please like our Facebook page!
Supervision Policy
- Caregivers must be 16 years and older.
- Children under 5 years old must be accompanied in the water by a parent or caregiver and be within arm's reach at all times anywhere in our facility.
- Children under 8 years old must be actively supervised by a parent or caregiver at all times ("Actively supervised" means being close to the child, watching them, and being able to provide immediate assistance).
- Children under 14 years old must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver at all times.
Opening Hours
1 December – 31 March
Monday - Friday, 12- 6pm, Saturday - Sunday, 10am - 6pm
(pool may close for special events - updates available on our website and Facebook page)
Holiday hours:
December 24 - 12.00 PM - 4.00 PM
December 25 - CLOSED
December 26 - CLOSED
December 31 - 12.00 PM - 4.00 PM
January 1 - CLOSED
January 2 - CLOSED
Pricing
Casual
University of Waikato Student (with valid ID) | $5.00 |
University of Waikato Staff (with valid ID) | $5.00 |
Adult (over 16s) | $7.80 |
Under 16s / Over 60s | $4.00 |
Under 5s* (Under 2s require a swimming nappy $2.00) | Free |
UniRec Member (with valid ID) | Free |
Family Pass (two adults, up to four children) | $25.00 |
Spectators | $2.00 |
Pre-Pay Concession (10 Swim)
University of Waikato Student | $45.00 |
University of Waikato Staff | $45.00 |
Adult (over 16s) | $68.00 |
Under 16s / Over 60s | $36.00 |
Contacts:
- General Pool Enquires, please call 07) 838 4335 or message us on Facebook (between 12pm - 6pm daily from 1 December - 31 March Annually).
- Pool Booking Enquires (or from 1 April - 30 November annually), contact: [email protected]
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