Whisk&paddle

Really impressed with this pool. Firstly it was a very clean facility, wether that’s because it has just reopened after Covid lockdown or this is always the case remains to be seen but my experience was a good one. The water was relatively warm as it is a heated pool, I know sometimes they are ‘heated’ but still feel cold, this pool was a comfortable temperature. The staff were polite. There are seats available with shade.

Heated outdoor pools, very clean - pool and the changing rooms and toilet areas. Friendly staff and plenty of shaded areas. I’ve lived in the surrounding area since 2004 and have never used this pool before but was a great first experience. Will come back again with the kids when they are older - due to Covid our usual pools have been closed. Also please note all shower areas are closed off too due to Covid.

Friendly staff and an awesome location right next to Central and just outside the CBD with free lockers and hot showers. There’s plenty of umbrellas for shade and an expansive grassy area to relax poolside. It’s an easy walk from Central or Redfern Station. 50m pool split across 9 lanes with the standard slow, medium and fast lane options. There is also squad training on offer as well as learn to swim classes. The pool can be split with a divider to be 25m, and lanes can be booked in the 25 or 50m lengths for events and parties. As at 2021, it’s $6.90 for an adult entry, which is good value considering the location.

This facility is not safe for women. I loved coming to this pool until I was assaulted here and the man was not removed or even reprimanded for his behaviour. A complete stranger grabbed me (while 8 months pregnant) by the arm and leg and pulled me underwater in the deep end. He was not asked to get out of the pool, he was permitted to take his time & finish his swim. If I wanted to be able to swim safely, I had to wait until he was done. The staff filled out an incident report and said they would "monitor him to see if he did it again to other women" (!!!) I am still shocked that they are not willing to do anything to prevent this from happening again. Please be careful if you swim there alone, or you have children with you.

This venue has a Covid-safe plan. You’ll be asked to sign in. Hand sanitiser is available throughout the centre and additional cleaning measures are in place. At least one lane will be available for free play only from 9am each day. Free play lanes have a maximum capacity of 15 people (including children). The pool is surrounded by bleachers, umbrellas, improved paths, furniture and lights. Current fees and charges for the 2019/20 season is 6 for adult. Next to Central train station and near Central Chalmers Street tram stop