Welcome to Gympie ARC 


As the flagship leisure centre for our region, Gympie ARC provides a wide range of high quality health and leisure services for our local community, as well as our larger region. Programs provide access to swimming lessons for all ages, squad and group fitness sessions (aqua and land based).

We are home to a 25m indoor heated pool, and a seasonal eight-lane 50m outdoor olympic pool. Our venue also includes a fully equipped gym, childrens splash park, function room, seasonal water slides, kiosk, and BBQ area, all set in beautiful and accessible garden surrounds.

Our team looks forward to welcoming you to Gympie ARC, and providing you with the best health and leisure experience possible.

 

Opening Hours

Monday to Thursday
 5.30 am to 8:00 pm
Friday
 5.30 am to 7:00 pm
Saturday
 6.00 am to 5.00 pm
Sunday
 8.00 am to 5.00 pm
Public holidays
 8.00 am to 5.00 pm 

Closed Good Friday, Anzac Day (open after 1 pm) & Christmas Day

Discover Gympie Aquatic and Recreation Centre

Visit our facilities pages for more information on what the Gympie Aquatic and Recreation Centre has to offer you!

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31 Oct 24

The essential role of active adult supervision

Do you know what active adult supervision means when it comes to swimming, and the important role this plays in child drowning prevention? Read on to learn why aquatic supervision is crucial for the safety of children and weak swimmers. 

30 Sep 24

The importance of understanding your swimming surroundings

Swimming is an enjoyable and invigorating activity that positively improves health in several ways and serves as a key activity in the lifestyle routines of many. As with any aquatic activity, it is important to understand the environment that you plan to swim in and any potential safety risks and hazards, to enjoy an incident-free swimming experience. Read on to learn more about safe swimming surroundings.

29 Sep 24

World Heart Day: The Power of Exercise for a Healthy Heart

World Heart Day is a global initiative aimed at raising awareness about cardiovascular health and promoting actions to prevent heart disease. Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death globally, but the good news is that many risk factors are manageable, and lifestyle modifications can significantly improve heart health. One of the most effective ways to safeguard your heart is through exercise.

19 Sep 23

Why Spring Swimming is Vital for a Safe Summer

Spring is already here and with summer just around the corner, it is vital to consider how you can support your child to be water-safe and ready to enjoy swimming and aquatic activities ahead of the warmer season. Read more to learn why swimming preparation in spring is vital for a safe summer. 

Aquatic Classes

Using the resistance of water automatically increases the intensity of your workout, helping to increase your strength, flexibility and your overall health.

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