Norman Kirk Memorial Summer Pool
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Lyttelton's very own public swimming pool is enjoyed by the community over the summer months.
Surrounded by breathtaking views of the Port Hills and Lyttelton Harbour, this pool offers a safe and enjoyable space for people of all ages to splash, play, and develop their swimming abilities.
Norman Kirk Memorial Summer Pool will open from Saturday 16 November 2024. Casual users can access the pool until Sunday 26 January 2025. This will be the last day that lifeguards supervise the pool.
Members can access the pool until Sunday 30 March 2025.
Want to plan an event, sports training or tournament? Find out more about pool hire at Christchurch Recreation and Sport Centres.
Opening hours for Norman Kirk Memorial Summer Pool can be found below.
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Wheelchair access
Email: recandsport@ccc.govt.nz
Phone: +64 3 941 8999
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Features
- six-lane, 25-metre outdoor pool
- toddler's paddling pool
- ramp entry to the pool for wheelchair users
Information about pool temperatures can be found on the Accessibility page.
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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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