1 / 3Wharenui Swimming Pool & Sports Centre
📍 Riccarton, Canterbury
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Wharenui Sports Centre in Riccarton has three heated indoor pools, a learn-to-swim programme from preschool to adult, casual lane swimming, and an indoor stadium. Home to the Wharenui Swimming Club, founded in 1911.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
"I love this pool, I always come here when I can. The kids love swimming in the different sized pools. We always have fun can't wait to come here again soon. I definitely recommend coming here it's a great place for all ages." Reviewers appreciate the variety of pool sizes and the warm, crystal-clear water.
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Jb Montero
4 months ago
“This place needs some renovation as the place is a bit old, but still love going here to play some basketball. Parking spaces available and it's for free.”
Marinette English
a month ago
“Decent pool centre, heated pool.”
Markos
2 months ago
“Nice local swimming pool”
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Based on Google review tagsCleanliness
5 reviews
Changing facilities
3 reviews
Water temperature
3 reviews
Lane swimming
2 reviews
Kids
2 reviews
Overview
Wharenui Sports Centre houses three heated indoor pools for swimmers of all abilities. The learn-to-swim programme runs from preschool through adult, and casual lane swimming is available throughout the day. The indoor stadium hosts casual basketball and boxfit classes. The centre is home to the Wharenui Swimming Club (est. 1911), which has produced Olympic and Commonwealth Games representatives. Swim equipment - goggles, swimwear, water toys - is available to purchase at the front desk.
