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. The fitness centre is also 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
*Please note that hours may change due to staff availability. Keep an eye on our Facebook page and website alerts for any changes or give us a call before your visit.
Christmas and New Years Hours
| Date | Indoor Pools and Gym | Outdoor Pools |
| 24 December | 5.30am - 1pm | 9am - 1pm |
| 25 - 26 December | CLOSED | CLOSED |
| 27 - 31 December | 9am - 5.45pm | 9am - 5.45pm |
| 1 January | 11am - 5.45pm | 11am - 5.45pm |
| 2 - 3 January | 9am - 5.45pm | 9am - 5.45pm |
| 4 January onwards | normal hours | normal hours |
Pool hours
Indoor pools, spa and sauna hours
Monday to Friday, 5.30am-7.30pm
Saturday, 9am-6.45pm
Sunday, (Indoor pools), 9am-6.45pm
Sunday, (spa and sauna only*), 9am-6pm
*Sauna and Spa pool close on Sundays at 6pm for cleaning
Outdoor pools hours
Weekdays, 5.30am-8.30am (water walking/lane swimming only)
Weekdays, 9am-7pm (public swimming)
Weekends, 9am-6.30pm
Open for summer from approximately December to February/March each year.
Address
- Newbury Street, Ōtara
- View on Google Maps
Contact details
Pools and water play
Pool hours
Indoor pools, spa and sauna hours
Monday to Friday, 5.30am-7.30pm
Saturday, 9am-6.45pm
Sunday, (Indoor pools), 9am-6.45pm
Sunday, (spa and sauna only*), 9am-6pm
*Sauna and Spa pool close on Sundays at 6pm for cleaning
Outdoor pools hours
Weekdays, 5.30am-8.30am (water walking/lane swimming only)
Weekdays, 9am-7pm (public swimming)
Weekends, 9am-6.30pm
Open for summer from approximately December to February/March each year.
Lane 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 February/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.
Free swimming for 16 years and under
Young people across Auckland have free access to all council-owned pools. This initiative, for Aucklanders aged 16 years and under, means more of our region’s children and young people can be fit, healthy, and waterwise.*
All customers have free access to swimming at Ōtara Pool and Leisure Centre, Papatoetoe Centennial Pools, and Moana Nui-a-Kiwa Pool and Leisure Centre (excludes spa, sauna, and steam room entry).
*excludes The Olympic Pool and Mt Albert Aquatic
Wristbands
Supervision wristbands will be issued on arrival at reception so that your child/ren are easily identified by our lifeguards.
- Caregiver of children 4 years and under must wear a wristband.
- All children aged 5-10 years and their supervising adult must wear a wristband.
Things to know before you come to the pool
- To keep our precious tamariki safe we have a pool supervision 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.
Pool Entry Prices
| Entry type | Casual | 10 visit pass |
|---|---|---|
| Child (16 years and under) |
Casual
Free
|
10 visit pass
-
|
| Supervising adult in the water (with up to two children under 5) |
Casual
Free
|
10 visit pass
-
|
| Adult Swim (swimming only) |
Casual
Free
|
10 visit pass
-
|
| Adult Plus Only (sauna and spa) |
Casual
$7
|
10 visit pass
$63
|
| Concession Swim* (swimming only) |
Casual
Free
|
10 visit pass
-
|
| Concession Plus Only* (sauna and spa) |
Casual
$4.20
|
10 visit pass
$37.80
|
*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.
Pool Membership Prices
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
$24.70 per week
Neighbouring centres with lap swimming pools
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
Hours
Monday - Friday, 5.30am-7.30pm
Saturday, 9am-6.45pm
Sunday, 9am-6pm
Saunas
The saunas are wheelchair accessible.
Temperature 70°C-90°C
Closed for cleaning at 6pm on Sundays.
All users must be 17 years and older. With the exception of Tepid Baths where users 11-16 years can use the spa but children 14 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.
To make sure everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience, please remember to:
- Take a break in a cool place every 15 minutes.
- Sit on a towel or mat in the sauna.
- Shower and towel dry before and after use.
- Drink plenty of water from a plastic or stainless steel bottle. Glass bottles are not permitted in the pool area.
Exit immediately if you are uncomfortable, dizzy, or sleepy and seek the assistance of staff. Even if you have no existing health conditions, excessive time spent in the spa, sauna, and steam room could be fatal.
Please refrain from:
- Pouring water on the rocks in the saunas. This will damage the saunas.
- Using oil or lotion.
- Spitting.
Do not use the spa or sauna if you:
- are pregnant
- have a serious illness
- have a heart condition
- have high or low blood pressure
- have a respiratory condition
- or have any other medical condition which, may affect your reaction to heat.
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 to Friday, 5.30am–8pm
Weekends, 9am-5.30pm
View class timetable
Our prices
| Entry type | Casual | 10 visit pass |
|---|---|---|
| Gym - Adult |
Casual
$18.90
|
10 visit pass
n/a
|
| Gym - Teen (13-16 years) Adult/Caregiver supervision compulsory |
Casual
$13.10
|
10 visit pass
n/a
|
| Group fitness class - Adult |
Casual
$8.90
|
10 visit pass
$80.10
|
| Group fitness class - Concession |
Casual
$7.10
|
10 visit pass
$66.60
|
| Aqua group fitness class - Adult |
Casual
$8.50
|
10 visit pass
$76.50
|
| Aqua group fitness class - Concession |
Casual
$7.30
|
10 visit pass
$65.70
|
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
$24.70 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:
- 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
- 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
Group Fitness Timetable
View class descriptions
-
Build POWER in this workout! This high-intensity interval training class uses equipment in timed intervals to combine and improve your strength and speed.
Price:
Please see prices -
Bring your workout up close and personal! BoxFIT combines circuit training, kicking, power, and agility to give you a dynamic cardio experience like no other. The workouts emphasise on improving boxing technique and boxing style training through high intensity interval training.
Pads will be supplied to members and also gloves will be available to borrow if you don’t own any. Bringing your own gloves is advised and boxing wraps are a requirement for protection and hygiene reasons.
Price:
Please see below for prices -
An energetic class with a mix of exercises; weights for power and strength, cardio for increased fitness and core and balance for improved stability.
-
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 11am
Thursday, 11am to 12pmPrice:
$5.20 per session, $46.80 for 10-pass concession -
Focus on your core and all of you will benefit! Strengthen your middle and improve your posture with this fantastically focused workout.
Our prices
| Entry type | Casual | 10 visit pass |
|---|---|---|
| Gym - Adult |
Casual
$18.90
|
10 visit pass
n/a
|
| Gym - Teen (13-16 years) Adult/Caregiver supervision compulsory |
Casual
$13.10
|
10 visit pass
n/a
|
| Group fitness class - Adult |
Casual
$8.90
|
10 visit pass
$80.10
|
| Group fitness class - Concession |
Casual
$7.10
|
10 visit pass
$66.60
|
| Aqua group fitness class - Adult |
Casual
$8.50
|
10 visit pass
$76.50
|
| Aqua group fitness class - Concession |
Casual
$7.30
|
10 visit pass
$65.70
|
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
$24.70 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.
-
Build POWER in this workout! This high-intensity interval training class uses equipment in timed intervals to combine and improve your strength and speed.
Price:
Please see prices -
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:
$3.60 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 2021 -
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-5.45pm -
An energetic class with a mix of exercises; weights for power and strength, cardio for increased fitness and core and balance for improved stability.
-
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 11am
Thursday, 11am to 12pmPrice:
$5.20 per session, $46.80 for 10-pass concession -
Focus on your core and all of you will benefit! Strengthen your middle and improve your posture with this fantastically focused workout.
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
$110
|
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 school holiday programme
Holiday programme dates are:
- Monday 16 December - Friday 20 December
- Monday 6 January - Friday 10 January 2025
- Monday 13 January - Friday 17 January 2025
- Monday 20 January - Friday 24 January 2025
- Tuesday 28 January - Friday 31 January 2025
Our prices
Our activities range in price, depending on what we do each day. View our schedule to view prices.
You may be eligible for a WINZ Holiday Programme Subsidy. Visit the WINZ website for more information.
Enquiries and enrolment
- Enrolments are now open
- We are accepting enrolments in-centre and via email to otarapools@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
- If you're eligible for WINZ subsidies, we recommend preparing all required paperwork as soon as possible. Full payment is required to confirm enrolments.
Contact us if you have any questions.
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
- Lane
- Lane pool
- Learner pool
- Basketball court (Stadium) - Court hire only. Does not include equipment.
- Large room (Seminar Room) - Includes 10x Tables and 70x Chairs only
Our prices
| Space or package | Price per hour |
|---|---|
| Lane Hire |
Price per hour
$42
|
| Lane Pool Hire |
Price per hour
$210
|
| Large Room Hire |
Price per hour
$52.50
|
| Learner Pool Hire |
Price per hour
$105
|
| Basketball Court Hire |
Price per hour
$84
|
Off-peak discount
We offer 20 per cent discount for off-peak times
Off peak times are 9am-3pm Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays
Regular hirer discount
We offer a 20 per cent discount off the standard hourly rate to regular hirers.
Regular hirers are individuals or organisations who hire a venue we manage 10 times or more over the calendar year (1 January to 31 December)
Community group discount
We offer a 30 per cent discount to community groups.
For groups that meet certain criteria, community groups can get 30 per cent off the standard hourly rate.
These discounts can be stackable using reverse compounding methodology and cannot be added together. Maximum discount of 55 per cent
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 in the water (with up to two children under 5) |
Casual
Free
|
10 visit pass
-
|
| Adult Swim (swimming only) |
Casual
Free
|
10 visit pass
-
|
| Adult Plus Only (sauna and spa) |
Casual
$7
|
10 visit pass
$63
|
| Concession Swim* (swimming only) |
Casual
Free
|
10 visit pass
-
|
| Concession Plus Only* (sauna and spa) |
Casual
$4.20
|
10 visit pass
$37.80
|
*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.
| Care type | Price per week |
|---|---|
| Before and after school care, includes school drop off and pick up |
Price per week
$110
|
| Space or package | Price per hour |
|---|---|
| Lane Hire |
Price per hour
$42
|
| Lane Pool Hire |
Price per hour
$210
|
| Large Room Hire |
Price per hour
$52.50
|
| Learner Pool Hire |
Price per hour
$105
|
| Basketball Court Hire |
Price per hour
$84
|
| Fee type | Price |
|---|---|
| Joining fee - standard |
Price
$50
|
| Joining fee - concession* |
Price
$25
|
| Card replacement fee |
Price
$7.30
|
| 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 - Adult |
Casual
$18.90
|
10 visit pass
n/a
|
| Gym - Teen (13-16 years) Adult/Caregiver supervision compulsory |
Casual
$13.10
|
10 visit pass
n/a
|
| Group fitness class - Adult |
Casual
$8.90
|
10 visit pass
$80.10
|
| Group fitness class - Concession |
Casual
$7.10
|
10 visit pass
$66.60
|
| Aqua group fitness class - Adult |
Casual
$8.50
|
10 visit pass
$76.50
|
| Aqua group fitness class - Concession |
Casual
$7.30
|
10 visit pass
$65.70
|
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
$24.70 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.
