About AquaPark
AquaPark is South Africa’s first Olympic-standard aquatic facility, created to support elite performance, youth development, and inclusive community access. At its core is a world-class 50m Myrtha pool with a movable bulkhead, allowing flexible use for training, events, and competitions.
AquaPark is located within the Xhawula Precinct in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. Its central position ensures accessibility for families, schools, clubs, and visiting athletes from across the province and beyond. It is easily located just off the N3 highway passing Pietermaritzburg.
AquaPark is designed for everyone – from elite athletes and school squads to families, recreational swimmers, and aspiring young talent. The facility balances high-performance training with structured, inclusive community access.
Membership, Bookings & Payments
It’s really easy to sign up for any of our membership plans on offer. View all options here: Membership Pricing. Once you have created your profile, you can purchase a membership for yourself or your children linked to your profile. Please read the Terms and Conditions of the membership you choose to purchase. A recurring payment is set up via Payfast for monthly memberships and we require 3 months’ written notice for termination.
AquaPark operates an online Membership and Day Pass purchase and payment system. This system currently allows users to manage their profile, link swimmers purchase memberships, Day and Club Passes, and access passes. More functionality will be added to the system as the need dictates.
Public members or swimmers who have booked a Day Pass do not book a specific lane at a specific time. Via your online profile, you can see when the facility is available during the current day and the next few days thereafter. You simply come at a time that suits you, providing there are lanes free as indicated on the calendar.
Schools, Squads & Clubs
Yes. AquaPark is designed to support structured, recurring training sessions for school squads and organised groups, including swimming and water polo. To find out more or to book a session email us: enquiries@aquapark.co.za
Schools and clubs are invited to contact the AquaPark team directly via email: enquiries@aquapark.co.za. We then work through the details of the booking requirement with the organisers to ensure all detail is covered and a top class experience is delivered.
Community Access & Support
AquaPark is committed to inclusivity and transformation. Partnerships, development pathways, and targeted programmes will be introduced to support para-athletes and swimmers from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Community organisations, NGOs, and individuals are encouraged to contact the AquaPark team via email to explore partnerships, programmes, or contribution opportunities.
Please contact us through our Enquiry form to learn more about supporting the project.
Opening & Access
We have been open to the public since April 2026 and now run a full range of membership options for people wanting regular access, as well as Day Passes for the occasional visitor.
View all our memberships, club passes and day passes here: Membership Pricing.
All pre-booked events, training camps and AquaPark Aquatics squad training sessions are shown on our Calendar – AquaPark. When booking a Day Pass through the booking system, you will see the times in the day where the facility is available.
Updates are also shared regularly on the AquaPark website and across our social media platforms where necessary. Should the facility be booked out for an event at short notice, members will be sent a notification via WhatsApp.
Learn-to-Swim, Coaching & Development
Our Learn-to-Swim facility is not yet complete but we are working on an effective interim solution that will deliver a high quality structured programme to all ages.
Programmes will be delivered by qualified and accredited swimming teachers and coaches, with lessons offered multiple times per week. All details, once in place, will be advertised via the website and social media channels.
Once AquaPark has lessons a formal Learn-to-Swim programme in place, we will launch a new membership option. Lesson formats, schedules, and pricing will be published prior to programme launch.
AquaPark intends to support skills development within aquatics over time. Opportunities for Learn-to-Swim training placements and instructor involvement may be introduced in partnership with accredited providers once programmes are operational.
Water Polo, Triathlon/Open Water Training & Events
We are beginning to build the Water Polo programmes at AquaPark via AquaPark Aquatics and in partnership with St Charles College. We are looking at specific clinics for the new Water polo season to build confidence in the water, technique and greater enjoyment of the game!
Yes. AquaPark is well suited to support triathlon and open-water swim preparation, including endurance training and structured programmes through our AquaPark Aquatics Membership options which can be viewed here: Membership Pricing
Yes. AquaPark is designed to host galas, competitions, clinics, and charity or fundraising events. Event organisers can contact the AquaPark team via email to discuss availability and requirements.
Safety, Operations & Accessibility
AquaPark is currently open Mon-Fri 05:00-18:00 and Sat 06:00-14:00. These times will possibly be subject to change in the coming months.
Lane usage at AquaPark is organised to ensure a safe, comfortable experience for all swimmers. AquaPark staff are on hand to manage lane use where needed, and to help ensure the pool runs smoothly and fairly for everyone. Full facility and pool rules are available on the AquaPark website and on-site.
Yes. Qualified lifeguards are present during operating hours and at all aquatic events to ensure the safety of all athletes.
Yes. AquaPark has been designed with accessibility in mind, including ramp access to upper levels and accessible spectator viewing areas for those unable to use staircases.
