Waltham Summer Pool
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A popular spot to spend time over summer.
Whether you're in the mood for a refreshing dip or a leisurely afternoon by the water, Waltham Summer Pool offers the perfect retreat.
Waltham Summer Pool will open from Saturday 15 November 2025 until Sunday 29 March 2026 (inclusive).
Opening hours for Waltham Summer Pool can be found below.
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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The pool includes:
- nine-lane, 33-metre pool with beach leisure area
- toddler pool
- BBQs (free to hire)
- hydroslide (children must be over five years old to use the hydroslide)
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Information about pool temperatures can be found on the Accessibility page.
Outdoors Swimmers Club members have special access for lane swimming, squad swimming and adult lessons.
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PricesAdult 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$3.80Child pool entry with school group pre or post-Swimsafe Learn to Swim lessons$2.00Family 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)$3.30Large towel$9.00Tog hire (all sizes, men, women and children)$4.00Swim nappy (subject to availability)$2.50Adult or child hydroslide entry (standard pool entry price applies)$2.00
** 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 25% discount is available for Community Services and Super Gold cardholders for casual entry and multi-visit passes.
# A 50% discount is available for Hāpai Access and KiwiAble Leisure card holders for casual entry and multi-visit passes.
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Wheelchair access
Email: recandsport@ccc.govt.nz
Phone: +64 3 941 8999
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Hydroslide
Get ready to make a splash this summer on the hydroslide at Waltham Summer Pool.
Whether you're looking to conquer your fear of heights or just want to have a blast with friends and whānau, you'll feel like you're on a summer holiday even if you're just down the street.
Grab your togs, slather on some sunscreen, and head on down to Waltham Summer Pool for the ultimate summer fun!
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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 actively supervised by a responsible caregiver over the age of 16 years who is to be within the pool area at all times and able to provide immediate assistance.
- You must be at least 102cm tall to use the hydroslides.
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PriceAdult or child hydroslide entry (standard pool entry price applies)$2.00
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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.
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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 the age of 16 years old must be supervised by a responsible caregiver over the age of 18 who is also a key holder.
- 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.
- Children between the ages of five and seven (inclusive) must be 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.
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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