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Swimming Pools and Aquatic Centres on the Gold Coast 2026, Public Pools and Leisure Centres
Gold Coast swimming pools guide 2026: public indoor and outdoor pools, aquatic leisure centres, patrolled surf beaches and learn-to-swim options across the Gold Coast.
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Swimming Pools and Aquatic Centres on the Gold Coast 2026
The Gold Coast's aquatic life is defined by its 57km of surf beaches, but the city also has an excellent network of public pools and aquatic centres for lap swimming, learn-to-swim and leisure. Council-operated pools span the coastline and hinterland. goldcoast.qld.gov.au
Major Aquatic Centres on the Gold Coast
- Gold Coast Aquatic Centre, Nerang-Broadbeach Road, Carrara. The Gold Coast's premier 50-metre indoor competition pool. Home of major Queensland aquatic events and swim clubs. (07) 5582 8010. gcaquatic.com.au
- Helensvale Aquatic Centre, Lindfield Road, Helensvale. Northern Gold Coast indoor 25m pool and leisure centre. (07) 5573 2111.
- Coomera Aquatic Centre, Foxwell Road, Coomera. Outdoor 50m pool serving the growing northern Gold Coast growth corridor.
- Burleigh Aquatic Centre, Burleigh Heads. Outdoor heated pool popular with south Gold Coast residents.
Beach Swimming on the Gold Coast
The Gold Coast's 57km of surf beaches are patrolled by Surf Life Saving Queensland. Swim between the flags at all times at patrolled beaches. Surfers Paradise, Broadbeach, Burleigh Heads and Coolangatta are the main patrolled areas. slsq.com.au
Finding a Pool Near You on the Gold Coast
Gold Coast City Council operates pools across the city. goldcoast.qld.gov.au/pools
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