Graham Condon
Graham Condon offers the Papanui community refreshing pools, learn to swim classes, group fitness classes, fully-equipped gym, inflatable obstacles course sessions and multi-purpose indoor sports courts.
Looking for relaxation and recovery? Sit back and enjoy the spa pool.
Want to plan an event, sports training or tournament? Find out more about court, pool and event hire at Christchurch Recreation and Sport Centres.
Graham Condon opening hours
Lane pool
Aqua jogging
Toddlers pool
Spa pool
Teach pool
Gym
Inflatable obstacle course
Sports halls
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Our indoor pools and facilities operate year-round and include:
- Lane pool - Eight-lane 25-metre pool (1.2m to 1.8m deep)
- Teach pool (1.05m deep)
- Toddlers pool with fountains
- Spa pool - Ages 3+. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver within the spa. Max ratio 1 adult with 2 children.
Plan your visit. View lane availability for typical peak times in our pools.
Information about pool temperatures can be found on the Accessibility page.
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Teach pool
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Swimsmart learn to swim lessons teaches children and adults essential water safety skills and confidence in the water.
Lessons for children are taught during the school terms, with the option to also enrol in the school holiday programme.
Adult lessons are free for Pool and Gym & Pool members.
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Graham Condon has two separate sports halls, each the equivalent size of one basketball court.
- Sport hall 1 is 883 square meters of sprung timber floor with 60 permanent seats
- Sport hall 2 is 746 square meters of sprung timber floor
- Three volleyball courts
- Four badminton courts
- On-site car park
Graham Condon is also home to the Pre-school sports programme.
Community and commercial prices are available. Confirmed bookings are subject to our terms, conditions and cancellation policy.
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Rush, jump, slip, slide, biff and bash your way through our BIG inflatable obstacle course!
Grab your mates and whānau and head on down to Graham Condon on Sundays from 12.30pm to 2.30pm.
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Conditions
Inflatable obstacle course users between the age of five and 10 years old (inclusive) are required to complete a deep water swim test before going on the inflatable. Children under eight need to be supervised by a responsible caregiver over 16 years old.
Inflatables users must be able to swim 25 metres unaided. Children under eight need to be supervised by caregivers over 16 years old.
General pool admission price applies.
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The gym offers a range of cardio, strength building and functional equipment for you to improve your fitness and wellbeing.
- Treadmills
- Exercycles
- Rowing machines
- Cross trainers
- Weight-resistance machines
- Free weights, including benches and half racks
- Stretching area
Our qualified, experienced instructors and personal trainers can guide you to your fitness goals. Speak to our fitness team to find out more.
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Group fitness classes
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Aqua DeepCasual: $12.50 Multi pass: $112.50A great deep water workout for all fitness levels. Exercises are performed while wearing a flotation belt.
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Aqua FitCasual: $12.50 Multi pass: $112.50A medium to high-intensity class, incorporating equipment to improve core stability and balance, while increasing muscular strength endurance and overall flexibility.
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Babies and ToddlersMembership: $11.50Group lessons with caregiver and child in the water. Develop water confidence and safety skills for your child in a fun and interactive way.
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Preschooler lessonsMembership: $14.30Small group lessons for children aged 3 to 5 years, introducing some structure while focusing on growing water confidence and developing water safety skills.
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School age lessonsMembership: $14.30For aged five years and over, children progress through the levels of achievement working towards the end goal of performing five water safety skills continuously.
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Swimsmart school holiday programmeCourse: $30.00School holiday lessons are a great opportunity for school aged children to rapidly improve their swimming skills and burn some serious energy.
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STRONG Nation™Casual: $12.50 Multi pass: $112.50A high-intensity interval training workout driven by synced music motivation. Combines body weight, muscle conditioning, cardio and plyometric training moves synced to original music specifically designed to match every move.
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ZumbaCasual: $12.50 Multi pass: $112.50Ditch the workout, join the party. Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves.
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Arma EverestCasual: $12.50 Multi pass: $112.50Take your fitness journey to another level with our newest high-intensity group training class.
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Arma SDCasual: $12.50 Multi pass: $112.50Build strength, confidence and power with Arma SD (Strength Development).
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Arma AthleticCasual: $12.50 Multi pass: $112.50Blast calories, boost your fitness and feel great with this energising full-body cardio session.
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Arma StrengthCasual: $12.50 Multi pass: $112.50Build strength and resilience with this dynamic resistance-based workout.
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Arma PlayCasual: $12.50 Multi pass: $112.50Get ready to move, challenge yourself, and have fun!
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Group fitness timetableIf you are unable to book through the timetable below, please login first by clicking the green 'Log in' button above.
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Plan your visitMake your visit easy with everything you need to know before your arrive. From how to get here to what to expect at the centre, this section covers transport options and accessibility.Travel by bike
With bike stands near the main entrance, biking to Graham Condon is an easy option and a great option to get active.
Travel by busCatching the bus to Graham Condon is easy with two bus stops on Main North Road, outside Northlands Mall. It's a convenient option and a great way for rangatahi and whānau, especially during busy times or school holidays.
You can travel to Graham Condon on bus number 1, 95, 107 or 125. From the bus stops it is a 440 metre or 6 minute walk through the mall to Graham Condon.
Travel by carThere is a carpark to the right of the entrance to Graham Condon. Access is off Sisson Drive.
Wheelchair accessEntry to Graham Condon is a flat entrance which has an automatic door.
Poolside
- Pool access is through an entrance gate. Please ask staff to help you if you need assistance.
- Wet wheelchairs are available beside the pool.
- Please bring your own slings for the hoist, they are not available to hire.
- The main pool, teach pool, toddlers pool and spa pool have ramp access.
Sports halls
Access to the sports halls is through double doors. Please ask staff to help you if you need assistance.Gym
Access to the gym is through double doors and an entrance gate. Please ask staff to help you if you need assistance.Accessible toiletsPoolside
You can find the accessible toilets in the change village. There are two accessible toilets with a left and right handrail. Both rooms have an emergency call button.Foyer
There are two accessible toilets in the foyer near the front desk. Both have left and right handrails and an emergency call button.Sports halls
There is one accessible toilet in the sports halls.Accessible changing roomsPoolside change village
There are four accessible changing rooms in the poolside change village.Three large changing cubicles are available with a shower and bench seats.
Two large changing rooms are available with an electric adjustable bed, shower and toilet with alternate hand side rails and emergency call buttons.
Please bring your own slings for the hoist, they are not available to hire.Information for carersThe role of the caregiver varies based on individual needs, however you may need to:
- Assist with communication.
- Assist with personal care.
- Help the person you are caring for move through the centre and exiting the centre in an emergency.
- Assist in the pool or actively monitor from poolside.
- Assist in the gym.
Hāpai Access CardVisit the Hāpai Access Card website to see responses to access barriers and a walk-through video of Graham Condon.
Accessible carparksGraham Condon has four accessible carparks located near the front entrance.
Special requirementsIf you have special requirements, please speak to one of our events team for additional assistance.
You are welcome to leave your mobility equipment on poolside as long as it is not blocking a walkway or emergency exit. Lifeguards can help you to find a suitable location if needed and can bring your equipment to you when you are ready to leave the pool.
Guide dogs are welcome to be on poolside.
Quiet timesIf you would like to visit Graham Condon when it is quiet, we recommend coming between 11am and 2.30pm on weekdays.
Weekends are usually busy all day however this does change depending on the season.
Hearing loopGraham Condon does not have hearing loop.
Baby changePoolside
There are three baby change tables near poolside at Graham Condon, you can find them in the change village, womens' changing room and mens' changing room.Foyer
There is one baby change in the foyer of Graham Condon.Pool temperatures- Lane pool - temperatures range from 27 to 28.5 degrees
- Teach pool - temperatures range from 30 to 33 degrees
- Toddlers pool - temperatures range from 32 to 34 degrees
- Spa pool - temperatures range from 38 to 40.5 degrees
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Keep our pools safe
We want everyone to be able to enjoy the pools and have a safe and enjoyable experience.
It’s important that caregivers take extra care when accompanying a child to the pool.
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Supervision of children in the pool
- Children under five years old must be within arm’s reach and under constant supervision by a responsible caregiver aged 16 years or older in the pool at all times, who is wearing an orange wristband.
- Children between the ages of five and seven (inclusive) must be wearing a purple wristband and actively supervised by a responsible caregiver aged 16 years or older, who is to be within the pool area at all times and able to provide immediate assistance.
- Children aged 8 to 11 years (inclusive) must have a responsible caregiver 16 years or older on site unless they are in a supervised programme, such as swimming lessons. If they are swimming before or after their programme, their caregiver must be onsite.
Maximum adult to child ratiosHow many children can you bring to our pools?
- One adult to two children under 5 years old
- One adult to one child under 5 and two 5-7 year olds
- One adult to four 5-7 year olds
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