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 Lyttleton Harbour, this pool offers a safe and enjoyable space for people of all ages to splash, play, and develop their swimming abilities.
Want to plan an event, sports training or tournament? Find out more about pool hire at Christchurch Recreation and Sport Centres.
Norman Kirk Memorial Summer Pool is open for casual users from Saturday 18 November 2023 until Sunday 28 January 2024 (inclusive). Members can access the pool from Saturday 18 November 2023 until Monday 1 April 2024 (inclusive).
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Centre amenities
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Picnic area
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Wheelchair access
Opening hours
Casual pool user
Season pass keyholder
Contact details
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
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Membership
Get summer-long key access to the pool for you and your whānau with a summer pool membership.
Simply sign up for your membership online and attend a member induction session to collect your key.
- Full season membership is available for Saturday 18 November 2023 to 1 April 2024, with access to the pool 7am to 8pm daily.
- Half season membership is available for 27 January 2023 to 1 April 2024, with access to the pool 7am to 8pm daily.
Step by step information on how to purchase a summer pool membership can be found on our Frequently Asked Questions page.
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Price
Season pass membership (key holder for access outside lifeguard hours)$140.00End-of-season membership February to closing (key holder for access outside lifeguard hours)$70.00Replacement key$50 -
Member induction sessions
Membership induction sessions are held most days on site. Members will complete a health and safety induction and collect their access key.
Sessions:
- Monday 13 November - 11am (returning members) 4pm (new members)
- Tuesday 14 November - 11am and 6pm (returning members) 4pm (new members)
- Wednesday 15 November - 11am and 6pm (returning members) 4pm (new members)
- Thursday 16 November - 11am and 6pm (returning members) 4pm (new members)
- Saturday 18 November 2023 to Sunday 28 January 2024 - Every weekday at 6pm except 25 December (Christmas Day) and 1 January (New Years Day) and every weekend day at 11am except 24 December (Boxing Day) and 31 December (New Years Eve).
After 28 January 2024, if you need to attend an induction session, please email us at NKMP@ccc.govt.nz
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To find out more call 03 941 8999 or email NKMP@ccc.govt.nz
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Casual entry
Cool down on hot summer days with friends and whānau at Norman Kirk Memorial Summer Pool.
Casual entry is available for single visits or with a multi-visit pass from 18 November 2023 to 28 January 2024, 11.30am to 7pm daily.
You can buy a multi-visit pass online or at Graham Condon, Jellie Park, Pioneer, Taiora QEII and Te Pou Toetoe Linwood Pool.
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Price
Adult single pool entry *#$6.70Child single pool entry (under 16 years or secondary student cardholders) *#$3.80Preschool child single pool entry with parent or caregiver during school hours **FreePreschool child single pool entry with parent or caregiver outside of school hours$3.80Family of 5 single pool entry (2 adults and 3 children or 1 adult and 4 children)$17.10Family of 2 single pool entry (1 adult, 1 child)$8.60Additional child single pool entry (with family)$3.30SpectatorFree* A 25% discount is available for Community Services, Super Gold card holders.
# A 50% discount is available for Hāpai Access and KiwiAble Leisure card holders
** 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.
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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 ratios
How 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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News and events
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13 November 2023Summer pools opening Show WeekendStay cool, have fun, and keep fit this summer at Christchurch’s outdoor pools.
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12 November 2023Manu competition
Get 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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12 November 2023Summer pool parties
Grab 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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04 October 2023Join the team at Matatiki
Recruitment for around 50 roles at the new Matatiki Hornby Centre is in full swing.
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24 September 2023Lifeguard awarded Lifeguard of the Year
Jen Baen-Price started lifeguarding in 2008, with her first season at Waltham Pool.
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19 September 2023New Yoga and Pilates classes
Yoga and Pilates is getting an overhaul. With our new booking system in place, we've made a few changes to our Yoga and Pilates courses and Stretch & Release class to make things simpler and to offer better value.
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19 September 2023Reach a new peak with Revl Everest
Revl Everest is a 35-minute, high intensity group training class which offers circuit-style, full-body strength and conditioning workouts to upbeat, uplifting and motivational music.
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12 September 2023National recognition for Council's Swimsafe programme
The Christchurch City Council Swim Education team have become the first organisation in New Zealand to achieve accreditation as a Water Skills for Life provider, for their Swimsafe programme.
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30 August 2023Hydrotherapy pool fundraiser hits new milestone
Community groups raising funds for a new hydrotherapy pool for the Hornby community have received a $400,000 grant from New Zealand Community Trust.
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03 August 2023HPI announced as operator of Parakiore’s movement arts studios
The realisation of a new major movement arts centre in Christchurch – called the MOVE centre – is a step closer, with local organisation Human Performance Incorporated announced as the operator of the new Parakiore studios.
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