Jellie Park
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With a fully equipped gym, indoor and outdoor swimming pools and hydroslides, Learn to Swim lessons, and a variety of group exercise classes held throughout the day, Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre in Burnside has something for everyone.
Looking for relaxation and recovery? Sit back and enjoy the sauna, steam room and spa pool.
During the summer months, Jellie Park is a popular destination for families. The outdoor summer pools, hydroslides, kids' splash deck, diving boards and BBQ picnic areas are perfect for a fun day out for the whole whānau.
Want to plan an event, sports training or tournament? Find out more about pool hire at Christchurch Recreation and Sport Centres.
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Email: recandsport@ccc.govt.nz
Phone: +64 3 941 8999
Post: PO Box 73034, Christchurch 8154
Bus numbers 120, 29 or the Orbiter
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Indoor pools
Our indoor pools and facilities operate year-round and include:
- Recreation pool - Eight-lane 25-metre pool (1m to 1.4m deep)
- Sport pool - Eight-lane 25-metre pool (2m deep)
- Teach pool
- Toddlers pool
- 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.
- Sauna and steam room - Ages 16+
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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PriceGym & Pool membersFreePool membersFreeAdult single pool entry *#$7.00Child single pool entry (under 16 years or secondary students) *#$4.00Preschool child single pool entry with parent or caregiver during school hours **FreePreschool child single pool entry with parent or caregiver outside of school hours$4.00Family of 5 single pool entry (2 adults and 3 children or 1 adult and 4 children)$17.80Family of 2 single pool entry (1 adult, 1 child)$9.00Additional child single pool entry (with family)$3.40SpectatorFree
** Preschool child with parent or caregiver (maximum of two preschoolers per parent) during school hours (9am to 3pm on Monday to Friday). Weekends, public holidays and school holidays are excluded.
* A 30% discount is available for Community Services and Super Gold card holders for casual entry and multi-visit passes.
# A 50% discount is available for Hāpai Access card holders for casual entry and multi-visit passes.
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Toddler pool
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Outdoor summer pools
Outdoor summer pools and facilities will open from Saturday 15 November 2025 until Sunday 29 March 2026 (inclusive):
- Recreation pool - Seven-lane 50-metre pool plus a beach area
- Dive well - three-metre deep dive well with one-metre and three-metre springboards
- Hydroslides - two speed chutes and a twister
- BBQs - free to hire
Information about pool temperatures can be found on the Accessibility page.
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PriceGym & Pool membersFreePool membersFreeAdult single pool entry *#$7.00Child single pool entry (under 16 years or secondary students) *#$4.00Preschool child single pool entry with parent or caregiver during school hours **FreePreschool child single pool entry with parent or caregiver outside of school hours$4.00Family of 5 single pool entry (2 adults and 3 children or 1 adult and 4 children)$17.80Family of 2 single pool entry (1 adult, 1 child)$9.00Additional child single pool entry (with family)$3.40SpectatorFree
** Preschool child with parent or caregiver (maximum of two preschoolers per parent) during school hours (9am to 3pm on Monday to Friday). Weekends, public holidays and school holidays are excluded.
* A 30% discount is available for Community Services and Super Gold card holders for casual entry and multi-visit passes.
# A 50% discount is available for Hāpai Access card holders for casual entry and multi-visit passes.
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Hydroslides
Wipe out! Beat the boredom and treat your tamariki to the hydroslides at Jellie Park.
With a looping indoor hydroslide and three outdoor summer hydroslides, you'll find something for every thrill seeker.
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PriceAdult Slide Pass *# - includes pool entry$16.00Child Slide Pass *# - includes pool entry$11.00Family of 5 Slide Pass (2 adults and 3 children or 1 adult and 4 children) - includes pool entry$42.50Family of 2 Slide Pass (1 adult, 1 child) - includes pool entry$21.50Additional Child Slide Pass (with family) - includes pool entry$9.00
* A 30% discount is available for Community Services and Super Gold card holders for casual entry and multi-visit passes.
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Conditions of entry
- Pre-schoolers aged under five years are not allowed on the hydroslides.
- 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.
- You must be at least 102cm tall to use the hydroslides.
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Indoor hydroslide - view from outside -
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Summer hydroslide
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Learn to swim
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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Gym
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
- Functional area with a frame, kettlebells and power bags
- 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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PriceGym & Pool membersFreeGym membersFreeAdult single gym entry*>#$19.20Adult gym multi-visit pass (x10 visits) *>#$172.80Fitness assessment for casual users*$40.00
* A 30% discount is available for Community Services and Super Gold card holders for casual entry and multi-visit passes.
> A 30% discount is available for Secondary Student card holders.
# A 50% discount is available for Hāpai Access card holders for casual entry and multi-visit passes.
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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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Burn zoneCasual: $12.50 Multi pass: $112.50Achieve your goals while burning calories and increasing your fitness levels in an energetic, fun environment.
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HIIT ZoneCasual: $12.50 Multi pass: $112.50If you are short on time this challenging cardio class is for you. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) principals and Tabata formats will be used involving high output followed by short recovery periods.
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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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PumpCasual: $12.50 Multi pass: $112.50Feel the burn, make your muscles tremble and kick start your metabolism with this full-body weight lifting class. Build endurance and stamina by using low weights and high repetition.
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Butt, Abs & ThighsCasual: $12.50 Multi pass: $112.50Firm and re-shape your lower half while you achieve better core strength.
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YogaCasual: $12.50 Multi pass: $112.50Advance your yoga practice at your own pace. Connect your mind to your body and breath by experiencing a blend of various yoga styles suitable for all levels using standing, seated and lying postures.
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Core ZoneCasual: $12.50 Multi pass: $112.50Push your body through a series of exercises to strengthen your core, build upper body strength, and increase your mobility and flexibility.
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FUNky movementsCasual: $6.00A mixed ability, low intensity 45-minute class that combines gentle mind and body exercises for disabled people. No two classes are the same - they are always fun and support people are welcome.
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Gentle exerciseCasual: $6.00Looking for a low-impact exercise class? Gentle Exercise is the perfect class for people who want to stay active, mobile, and healthy.
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Rest and RestoreCasual: $12.50 Multi pass: $112.50Experience a blissful blend of gentle stretching and guided relaxation techniques. Rest & Restore can help you to lengthen and restore muscles and fascia through gentle movements that release tension and promote flexibility.
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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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Accessibility
At Christchurch Recreation and Sport we embrace diversity and believe that everyone deserves equal opportunities and access to recreation, sport and leisure facilities.
Christchurch Recreation and Sport Centres provide key accessibility features to ensure you can enjoy our spaces, including ramps, hoists, water chairs, changing rooms and toilets.
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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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Physiotherapy and Podiatry
Active Health offers physiotherapy and podiatry services at Jellie Park.
Their team will work collaboratively with you to achieve your goals and the best possible outcome for your health and wellbeing.
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Red Café
Red Café offers a range of healthy foods and great coffee at Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre.
Grab a quick coffee after your workout, a cold smoothie after your swim, or catch up with friends after your group fitness class.
Red Café can also cater your event or birthday party.
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News and events
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25 November 2025Date set for Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre openingWhizz down a hydroslide, shoot some hoops or relax in the sauna – from 5.30am on Wednesday 17 December, people will be able to do it all (and more) at New Zealand’s largest indoor sport and recreation venue.
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17 November 2025Lyttelton Primary School wins first dibs on Parakiore hydroslidesLyttelton Primary will be the first school to take on the hydroslides at Parakiore.
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10 November 2025It’s party time – again!Christchurch City Council is kickstarting the summer season this weekend with the opening of its five outdoor summer pools and eight paddling pools.
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07 November 2025Manu competitionGet amongst the fun and join our manu competition this summer to win prizes and become the Christchurch City Council manu champion!
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07 November 2025Summer pool partiesGrab your friends and whānau, and pack your togs, towel and sunscreen - our summer pool parties are back, and you're in for a treat!
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02 November 2025Crown hands over Parakiore as Council takes the reinsConstruction of New Zealand’s largest indoor sport and recreation centre is complete.
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19 October 2025Browse, book and pay for Council venues onlineWeddings, kids’ birthdays, meetings, sports practices – Christchurch City Council’s 272 bookable spaces and places can host them all, and booking is now easier than ever.
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10 October 2025Linwood pool to close in January for maintenanceTe Poe Toetoe Linwood Pool will close in early January for four weeks to enable scheduled maintenance and improvement work to be carried out.
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06 October 2025Parakiore attracts national champs for 2026With the doors of New Zealand’s largest indoor sport and recreation venue set to open before the end of the year, the 2026 calendar is already filling up with national competitions and events.
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22 September 2025Parakiore’s spectacular water adventure playground comes to lifeA key part of Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre’s leisure water area has come to life with water flowing through the huge water adventure playground for the first time.
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