Get access to our Gold centres:
- Tepid Baths
- Marina Fitness
Plus all our Silver and Bronze centres.
Ōtara Pool and Leisure Centre
About the centre
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Ōtara Pool and Leisure Centre is here to help you get active in a fun and supportive environment — whether that’s in the gym, going for a swim, joining a group fitness class or getting amongst our social sports leagues. We're proud to have something for the whole family.
Our double court stadium hosts lots of exciting competition events, but there're still plenty of times when you can drop in and play some basketball (or volleyball or netball) — or just shoot a few hoops.
We're passionate about our community and grateful to be right in the heart of Ōtara — close to other services and with plenty of parking available.
For swimmers with accessibility needs, a water wheelchair is available. Please note that the fitness centre is not accessible by wheelchair.
We welcome your enquiry! You can use the contact us form or, even better, come and visit us and let us show you all the fun of getting active.
Hours
Centre hours
Monday – Friday, 5.30am–7pm
Weekends, 9am–7pm
Pool hours
Indoor pools and sauna hours
Monday–Friday, 5.30am-6.45pm
Weekends, 9am-6.45pm*
*Sauna and Spa pool close on Sundays at 6pm for cleaning
Outdoor pool hours
Open for summer from December to March each year.
Address
- Newbury Street, Ōtara
- View on Google Maps
Contact details
Pools and water play
Pool hours
Indoor pools and sauna hours
Monday–Friday, 5.30am-6.45pm
Weekends, 9am-6.45pm*
*Sauna and Spa pool close on Sundays at 6pm for cleaning
Outdoor pool hours
Open for summer from December to March each year.
Lane swimming pool
The lane swimming pool is accessible by ramp.
Temperature 28°C
Four lanes
Length 25m
Read our pool rules to help keep you and your family safe and having fun.
Learners' pool
Temperature 32°C
Length 15m
Read our pool rules to help keep you and your family safe and having fun.
Toddlers' pool
Temperature 32°C
Read our pool rules to help keep you and your family safe and having fun.
Spa pool
The spa is accessible by hoist.
Temperature 40°C
Read our spa rules to help keep you and your family safe and having fun.
Outdoor pool
Open for summer from December to March each year. The outdoor pool can be accessed via a ramp on the outside of the pool, but people with disabilities may need assistance to enter the pool.
Temperature 20°C
Length 33m
Read our pool rules to help keep you and your family safe and having fun.
Things to know before you come to the pool
- To keep our precious tamariki safe we have a pool alone policy, which specifies minimum adult-to-child ratios.
- To make sure that we are both inclusive and respectful we have guidelines around what to wear in the pool.
Our prices
| Entry type | Casual | 10 visit pass |
|---|---|---|
| Child (16 years and under) |
Casual
Free
|
10 visit pass
-
|
| Supervising adult (with up to two children under 5) |
Casual
Free
|
10 visit pass
-
|
| Adult (excludes spa, sauna and steam room) |
Casual
Free
|
10 visit pass
-
|
| Adult pool, spa and sauna (excludes steam room) |
Casual
$6.00
|
10 visit pass
$54
|
| Concession* (excludes steam room) |
Casual
$5.10
|
10 visit pass
$45.90
|
*Concession pricing available with valid ID to students, seniors, Community Services Card holders and Green Prescription holders. Also available to those with a permanent disability.
Membership options
Get full membership, including access to the gym, pools and fitness classes.
Your membership gives you access to multiple centres across our network. Read more about prices and membership.
Get 15 per cent discount and a reduced joining fee with valid ID to students, seniors, Community Services Card holders and Green Prescription holders. Also available to those with a permanent disability.
Gold
$23 per week
Swimming lessons
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Swimming lessons at Ōtara Pool and Leisure Centre are operated by Swimgym. Visit the Swimgym website for more information.
Phone: 09 273 0029
Email: otara@swimgym.nz
Sauna and steam
Hours
The saunas close for cleaning at 6pm on Sundays.
Please read our sauna rules.
Saunas
The saunas are wheelchair accessible.
Gym and fitness
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What do you need in a gym? What ever it is, you’ll find it at Ōtara Pool and Leisure Centre, and a lot more besides.
Cardio equipment, resistance machines and an awesome collection of weights are here for you — and our friendly, skilled staff are waiting to support you in achieving your goals. Get stronger, get fitter and get faster with us!
Supporting you to achieve your fitness goals
We know that everyone's needs are different. When you become a member, in consultation with you we tailor a support programme to best serve you in getting (fit and) active your way.
Gym hours
Monday-Friday, 5.30am–7pm
Weekends, 1pm–5pm
View class timetable
View timetable and book online
Our prices
| Entry type | Casual | 10 visit pass |
|---|---|---|
| Gym entry |
Casual
$15.80
|
10 visit pass
n/a
|
| Group fitness classes |
Casual
$7.50
|
10 visit pass
$67.50
|
| Recreation - Adults |
Casual
$2.50
|
10 visit pass
n/a
|
Membership options
Get full membership, including access to the gym, pools and fitness classes.
Your membership gives you access to multiple centres across our network. Read more about prices and membership.
Get 15 per cent discount and a reduced joining fee with valid ID to students, seniors, Community Services Card holders and Green Prescription holders. Also available to those with a permanent disability.
Gold
$23 per week
Get access to our Gold centres:
- Tepid Baths
- Marina Fitness
Plus all our Silver and Bronze centres.
Get access to the gym at your chosen centre with a Gym it membership.
Get 15 per cent discount and a reduced joining fee with valid ID to students, seniors, Community Services Card holders and Green Prescription holders. Also available to those with a permanent disability.
Group fitness classes
Group fitness classes get you off the couch and interacting with our community. They also harness the group's energy to create a motivating, challenging, and totally addictive workout experience.
They're a great way to change things up and make the most of your workout!
Play your role
Keep everyone safe and healthy with good hygiene practice - here are a few friendly reminders of the basics:
- Use the covid tracer app to scan into our group fitness studio/rooms.
- Bring your water bottle and towel - No towel = No workout!
- Bring your mat to any floor-based classes (e.g. yoga, Oxycore, Abs, etc)
- Cover your coughs and sneezes (into your elbow or with tissues and dispose of these into the bin immediately)
- Wash your hands frequently
- Wipe equipment you have used - while our staff clean regularly, we need your help too (we have wipes and spray for you to use)
- Shower before you swim or jump into an aqua class (helps us keep our pools clean)
- And, stay home if you are unwell - play it safe!
View class timetable and booking information
- You can view timetables a week in advance.
- Book into group fitness classes related to your membership up to a week in advance.
- You'll be notified of any class cancellations by email.
- You'll receive confirmation of a booked class in a form of an admission ticket.
- You don’t need to do anything with the admission ticket, just scan your membership card upon arrival. - For Aqua please visit reception upon arrival
View timetable and book online
Outdoor Fitness Sessions in Level 3!
Outdoor Fitness Sessions are here only for Level 3 and just in time with Summer right around the corner. Classes are viewable 48 hours in advance and bookable through myLEISURE.
All classes must be pre-booked and paid for online through myLEISURE. No-shows cannot be rescheduled or refunded. Bookings are not transferable unless a class is cancelled by us (e.g. weather conditions), and our staff will contact you to reschedule your booking. These classes are available for a limited time during Alert Level 3 only.
View class descriptions
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High-Intensity Training.
BoxFIT combines circuit training, kicking, power and agility to give you a dynamic cardio experience like no other. Wraps must be worn. Workouts with emphasis on improving boxing technique and boxing style training.
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A high-intensity interval workout with different stations that focus on cardiovascular conditioning and strength training.
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A 30-minute bodyweight training system that gets results!! It's a functional and effective metabolic workout that will change the way you train.
Day and time:
Monday, 6pm-6.30pm
Wednesday, 5.30pm-6pmPrice:
$7.50 per session, $6.10 concession. Free to Get into it members. -
Bring your energy to this interval training class designed with timed intervals to blast your muscles and burn calories.
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Forever Fit is specifically designed with those aged 60 years and over in mind, where the focus is on strength and balance, resistance, light cardio and flexibility. Forever Fit is a social and supportive group, and a great way to meet others in your local community. Participants are required to attend a special one-hour appointment to join the group.
Day and time:
Tuesday, 10am to 11amPrice:
$4.50 per session, $40.50 for 10-pass concession
Our prices
| Entry type | Casual | 10 visit pass |
|---|---|---|
| Gym entry |
Casual
$15.80
|
10 visit pass
n/a
|
| Group fitness classes |
Casual
$7.50
|
10 visit pass
$67.50
|
| Recreation - Adults |
Casual
$2.50
|
10 visit pass
n/a
|
Membership options
Get full membership, including access to the gym, pools and fitness classes.
Your membership gives you access to multiple centres across our network. Read more about prices and membership.
Get 15 per cent discount and a reduced joining fee with valid ID to students, seniors, Community Services Card holders and Green Prescription holders. Also available to those with a permanent disability.
Gold
$23 per week
Get access to our Gold centres:
- Tepid Baths
- Marina Fitness
Plus all our Silver and Bronze centres.
Activities
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Footwear for indoor activities
Please note that non-marking sports shoes must be worn for all indoor activities.
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Drop in for a casual game of basketball, tag, fastball, or to shoot some hoops. Phone us on 09 274 6917 to check availability.
Day and time:
Opening hours - availability dependent on bookingsPrice:
$2.60 per visit -
Get your whānau and friends together for a friendly game of social netball. A great way to keep active over the winter months!
Day and time:
Wednesday, games from 6.15pm-9.30pm
Four-week competition from 9-30 June 2021Price:
$160 per team -
Join our junior basketball club. Learn the fundamentals and play games with others in your age group and skill level.
Day and time:
Friday, 3.45pm-5.45pmPrice:
$30 per child -
Bring your energy to this interval training class designed with timed intervals to blast your muscles and burn calories.
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BoxFit for kids! A fun way to get kids active.
Day and time:
Wednesday,
3.45pm, 5-8 yrs
4.30pm, 9-12 yrs -
Forever Fit is specifically designed with those aged 60 years and over in mind, where the focus is on strength and balance, resistance, light cardio and flexibility. Forever Fit is a social and supportive group, and a great way to meet others in your local community. Participants are required to attend a special one-hour appointment to join the group.
Day and time:
Tuesday, 10am to 11amPrice:
$4.50 per session, $40.50 for 10-pass concession
Kauri Kids
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Grow. Achieve. Inspire.
With our extensive natural outdoors area complete with palm trees, we are a friendly, multicultural centre with a strong community focus, and warm, dedicated staff.
We're lucky to be part of the Ōtara Pool and Leisure Centre, and swimming lessons can be provided.
Read about the Kauri Kids vision and values.
Contact details
Address: Newbury Street, Ōtara
Phone: 09 261 8395
Follow: Kauri Kids on Facebook
Hours
We are open Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm.
We are closed on weekends and public holidays.
Numbers of children
We are licensed to care for 29 children.
Teacher to child ratios
We have a minimum of one teacher for every eight children.
Our prices
20 hours free early childhood educations is available for children aged under 2 years, additional hours will be charged at the hourly rate below.
20 hours free early childhood education is also available for children aged over 3 years, with a minimum of 2 days per week.
We also offer 30 hours free early childhood education for children aged over 3 years, for 6 hours per day/5 days per week, additional hours are charged at the hourly rate below.
| Ages | Price | Price per hour |
|---|---|---|
| Under two years |
Price
$5.60 per additional hour with 20 free ECE hours, or $6.10 per hour without 20 free ECE hours
|
Price per hour
n/a
|
| Two to three years |
Price
$5.85 per hour
|
Price per hour
n/a
|
| Over three years |
Price
n/a
|
Price per hour
$5.85 per hour for every additional hour over 20 hours and 30 hours free ECE
|
Make an enquiry
Contact us to find out about availability and arrange a visit.
Out of school care (OSCAR)
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About us
Every day is different at our centre.
When the weather is warm we like to go to the pools for swimming lessons, or we head to the stadium to master a new sport or let the kids' imaginations run wild in our arts and crafts sessions.
Our programmes are designed for all age groups and our friendly staff are on hand to help in every way – even with homework and providing a healthy afternoon snack.
Contact details
Address: Newbury Street, Otara
Phone: 09 274 6917
Email: otarapools@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
Hours
We are open Mondays to Fridays:
- 7am to 8.30am
- 3pm to 6pm.
Our prices
| Care type | Price per week |
|---|---|
| Before and after school care, includes school drop off and pick up |
Price per week
$86.80
|
School drop-offs and pick-ups
We can drop off and pick up from these schools:
- Bairds Mainfreight Primary
- Flatbush Primary
- Redoubt North Primary School
- Sir Edmund Hillary Collegiate - Junior School
- St John the Evangelist School
If the school your child/ren attends is not listed above, you can arrange to have your child/ren dropped off to the centre from 3.15pm for after school care.
We require a minimum of five after school care participants from one school to be registered before we can add another school to the above list. Due to this criteria, we no longer do pick-ups from the following schools:
- Chapel Downs
- Dawson
- East Tamaki
- Mayfield
- Rongomai
- Te Kura Kaupapa O Piripono
- Wymondley
- Yendarra
Enquiries and enrolment
Contact us if you have any questions.
If you would like to enrol a child, fill in an enrolment form:
School holiday programme
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About our programme for 5 to 13-year-olds
We believe it takes a village to raise a child. Here at Ōtara Pool and Leisure Centre, we are that village.
As well as nurturing your child, our school holiday programme for 5 to 13-year-olds has a range of activities to keep them entertained. We teach them simple life skills like baking cookies. We have lots of fun making arts and crafts. We also provide them with lots of opportunities to get active.
We enjoy celebrating the various cultural weeks that are held during the year by memorising simple meal prayers, performing waiata and learning cultural dances.
Hours
The programme runs from 8am to 5pm.
Before programme care is available from 7am to 8am. After programme care is available from 5pm to 6pm.
Upcoming programme dates
- Summer holidays (dates yet to be confirmed)
Grab a schedule from this website or your closest centre four to six weeks before the programme starts so you can choose and book your favourite activities!
COVID-19
Our holiday programme can operate in Alert Level 2.
Your child’s safety is important to us, see how we’re keeping them safe these school holidays here
Our prices
Our activities range in price from $27.50 per day, depending on the what we do each day.
You may be eligible for a WINZ Holiday Programme Subsidy. Visit the WINZ website for more information.
Enquiries and enrolment
Contact us if you have any questions.
If you would like to enrol a child, please download and fill in the form below. By ticking the terms and conditions, the form will be emailed to Ōtara Pool and Leisure Centre.
Read our Holiday and recreation programmes terms and conditions.
Breakaway programme for 11 to 17-year-olds
Breakaway is a free holiday programme for teenagers, funded by the Ministry of Social Development.
The programme runs for six hours a day. We do activities like team building, swimming, sports competitions, shared lunches and mystery trips. Some of these options are not available during Alert Level 2.
COVID-19 information
- Our Breakaway holiday programme can operate in Alert Level 2. We are currently taking bookings for our October programme (with the exception of Monday 4 and Tuesday 5 October) and once we receive confirmation that Tāmaki Makaurau can move down to Level 2, bookings will be confirmed.
- Participants must wear a face covering unless eating, playing sports or swimming.
- Participants are to bring their own pen to sign in.
- All people entering the complex need to sign in or scan the QR code provided.
- If you’re feeling unwell, please stay home!
- For any signs of cold or flu, please get a COVID test.
To find out more, contact us.
Venue and pool hire
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Types of events our spaces suit
Need to book a space for your event?
We love hosting sports events that get our community active, but our spaces also suit:
- kids’ birthday parties
- community meetings
- weddings.
Spaces you can book
- Seminar room (up to 150 people)
- Half stadium (up to 640 people)
- Whole stadium (includes international sized volleyball, netball and basketball courts, up to 1280 people)
Entire aquatics complex (only available after-hours, terms and conditions apply)
Our prices
| Space | Peak price | Off-peak price |
|---|---|---|
| Full stadium |
Peak price
$125 per hour
|
Off-peak price
$100 per hour
|
| Half stadium |
Peak price
$78 per hour
|
Off-peak price
$63 per hour
|
| Seminar room |
Peak price
$33 per hour
|
Off-peak price
$27 per hour
|
| Aquatics complex |
Peak price
$152 per hour
|
Off-peak price
$121 per hour
|
| Outdoor pool complex |
Peak price
$208 per hour
|
Off-peak price
$166 per hour
|
| Indoor or outdoor single lane |
Peak price
$32 per hour
|
Off-peak price
$26 per hour
|
| Teaching pool |
Peak price
$67 per hour
|
Off-peak price
$52 per hour
|
| Leisure pool |
Peak price
$130 per hour
|
Off-peak price
$100 per hour
|
How to book a space
Contact us to find out about availability and to make a booking.
Read our Venue hire terms and conditions.
Prices and membership
Our prices
| Entry type | Casual | 10 visit pass |
|---|---|---|
| Child (16 years and under) |
Casual
Free
|
10 visit pass
-
|
| Supervising adult (with up to two children under 5) |
Casual
Free
|
10 visit pass
-
|
| Adult (excludes spa, sauna and steam room) |
Casual
Free
|
10 visit pass
-
|
| Adult pool, spa and sauna (excludes steam room) |
Casual
$6.00
|
10 visit pass
$54
|
| Concession* (excludes steam room) |
Casual
$5.10
|
10 visit pass
$45.90
|
*Concession pricing available with valid ID to students, seniors, Community Services Card holders and Green Prescription holders. Also available to those with a permanent disability.
| Ages | Price | Price per hour |
|---|---|---|
| Under two years |
Price
$5.60 per additional hour with 20 free ECE hours, or $6.10 per hour without 20 free ECE hours
|
Price per hour
n/a
|
| Two to three years |
Price
$5.85 per hour
|
Price per hour
n/a
|
| Over three years |
Price
n/a
|
Price per hour
$5.85 per hour for every additional hour over 20 hours and 30 hours free ECE
|
| Care type | Price per week |
|---|---|
| Before and after school care, includes school drop off and pick up |
Price per week
$86.80
|
| Space | Peak price | Off-peak price |
|---|---|---|
| Full stadium |
Peak price
$125 per hour
|
Off-peak price
$100 per hour
|
| Half stadium |
Peak price
$78 per hour
|
Off-peak price
$63 per hour
|
| Seminar room |
Peak price
$33 per hour
|
Off-peak price
$27 per hour
|
| Aquatics complex |
Peak price
$152 per hour
|
Off-peak price
$121 per hour
|
| Outdoor pool complex |
Peak price
$208 per hour
|
Off-peak price
$166 per hour
|
| Indoor or outdoor single lane |
Peak price
$32 per hour
|
Off-peak price
$26 per hour
|
| Teaching pool |
Peak price
$67 per hour
|
Off-peak price
$52 per hour
|
| Leisure pool |
Peak price
$130 per hour
|
Off-peak price
$100 per hour
|
| Fee type | Price |
|---|---|
| Joining fee - standard |
Price
$50
|
| Joining fee - concession* |
Price
$25
|
| Card replacement fee |
Price
$5
|
| Administration fee |
Price
$25
|
*Concession pricing available with valid ID to students, seniors, Community Services Card holders and Green Prescription holders. Also available to those with a permanent disability.
| Entry type | Casual | 10 visit pass |
|---|---|---|
| Gym entry |
Casual
$15.80
|
10 visit pass
n/a
|
| Group fitness classes |
Casual
$7.50
|
10 visit pass
$67.50
|
| Recreation - Adults |
Casual
$2.50
|
10 visit pass
n/a
|
Membership options
Get full membership, including access to the gym, pools and fitness classes.
Your membership gives you access to multiple centres across our network. Read more about prices and membership.
Get 15 per cent discount and a reduced joining fee with valid ID to students, seniors, Community Services Card holders and Green Prescription holders. Also available to those with a permanent disability.
Gold
$23 per week
Get access to our Gold centres:
- Tepid Baths
- Marina Fitness
Plus all our Silver and Bronze centres.
Get access to the gym at your chosen centre with a Gym it membership.
Get 15 per cent discount and a reduced joining fee with valid ID to students, seniors, Community Services Card holders and Green Prescription holders. Also available to those with a permanent disability.
