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 More than just swimming |
McBryde Crescent Wanniassa Canberra, ACT 2903 Australia +61 2 6207 2777 http://www.activelc.com.au |
Canberra's largest leisure facility offers modern sporting, a theatre, recreational and meeting facilities. As well as an indoor heated 25 metre swimming pool, there is a children's pool complete with pool monster, a mixed steam room, aqua aerobic classes, an external sun deck, garden and barbecue facilities to make the most of your day. Facilities include a gymnasium, massage, tennis, squash, badminton, basketball, indoor soccer, netball and volleyball courts, sports oval, creche and a 420-seat theatre. Have your next party here or for great savings become a member. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Swim with the elite |
Leverrier Crescent Bruce Canberra, ACT 2617 Australia +61 2 6214 1281 |
Swimming at the Australian Institute of Sport can be an inspiring experience. Used for training by Olympians including Michael Klim and Petria Thomas, you never know who you might see emerging from the pool deck. The complex includes a 25-metre training pool and a 50-metre Olympic pool, used for major swim meets. The larger of the two - a dual-purpose pool which can be converted into two 25-metre pools - is also used for water polo. The Institute also includes a spa and sauna, with swimming caps compulsory in both pools. Admission: Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Water slide |
1 Catchpole Street Macquarie Canberra, ACT 2614 Australia +61 2 6251 1144 |
The Big Splash Waterpark is extremely popular during Canberra's hot summer months. It features eight waterslides, which children of all ages love, and five swimming pools. There is a picnic area with barbeques, and patrons are welcome to stay for an entire day(do not forget the sunscreen!). And what better way to spend a hot Friday or Saturday evening than by floating on rubber tubes watching a movie at Canberra's only water cinema? Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fitter, healthier and happier |
9 Oatley Court Belconnen Canberra, ACT 2617 Australia +61 2 6251 4337 |
If your New Year's resolution is to get fit, this fitness club may have the answer. Bodyworks has classes such as aerobics, body pump and stretch classes as well as circuit training and will design a program for you. A tanning solarium is available with discounts after 10 visits. Monthly "wellness seminars", including nutrition, are part of the initiation fee of AUD99. Bodyworks Belconnen has three other branches at Kaleen, Mawson and Batemans Bay. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Holistic approach to fitness |
Canberra Avenue and National Circuit Forrest Canberra, ACT 2603 Australia +61 2 6295 3144 http://www.rydges.com/location... |
Capital Hill Health Club is in Rydges Capital Hill Hotel but is open to the public. After a workout using the latest electronic equipment, relax in the sauna, spa or pool. Boxing training, aqua classes, circuit classes and cardiovascular fitness are some of the programs available. The Health Club also provides lockers, towels, hairdryers and toiletries to make your visit stress-free. Why not treat yourself to a massage, beauty salon treatment or a tan in the solarium after a busy day at the office or sightseeing? The cost is AUD299 for three months or casual rates on application. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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All-round fitness centre |
Macgregor Street Deakin Canberra, ACT 2600 Australia +61 2 6285 2514 |
If you are not feeling fit, have put on weight with too many delicious dinners or you want to put some pep in your step, then it is time to visit the Deakin Health Spa. For those staying in Canberra a while, a three month membership is the ideal package, but the casual rate of AUD11, including a swim, caters for short-term visitors. You can use the aerobic and weight training gym with electronic equipment, join a fitness class, have a one-to-one session with a trainer, get a tan, play squash, have a massage or learn to swim. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Summer Cool Down |
Cowper Street Dickson Canberra, ACT 2602 Australia +61 2 6247 2972 http://www.DicksonAquaticCentr... |
A popular summer spot on the north side, this aquatic centre has everything you need to keep cool while having fun. There are three outdoor pools, shady trees, a water slide and a 50 metre heated pool. Learn-to-swim programs from toddlers to adults are run by qualified instructors. If you are lucky enough to have your birthday in summer, this is an ideal place to celebrate. Beach volleyball courts can be hired for AUD10 per hour. Admission: Adults AUD4.50; child/concession AUD3.50; pensioner AUD3.00; family AUD14.00 Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Canberra's newest and finest course |
Curran Drive Nicholls Canberra, ACT 2913 Australia +61 2 6123 0600 http://www.goldcreekcountryclu... |
One of the newest golf courses in town, the Gold Creek Country Club already rivals the more established courses in the area. Set in the new Gungahlin residential area of north Canberra, overlooking the ranges of the border to Yass, Gold Creek provides a picturesque atmosphere. In addition to the international standard championship 18-hole course, it is also home to the largest driving range in Canberra. Other facilities include a licensed club and function rooms, two tennis courts, an indoor heated pool, sauna, spa, and health and fitness suite. Dress rules apply. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fitness for everyone |
Gold Creek Country Club, Curran Drive Harcourt Hill, Nicholls Canberra, ACT 2913 Australia +61 2 6123 0600 http://www.goldcreekcountryclu... |
The whole family can benefit from the programs at the Gold Creek Health Club. The pool is open for children and adults with swimming lessons for children in the school holidays. Aqua aerobics is beneficial for those with sore backs, necks or leg injuries or you may prefer the body step or circuit classes. These are suitable for all levels of fitness. The equipment is up-to-date with weights, steppers and rowers available. Cost: Pool memberships and health club memberships can be taken separately. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wide range of activities |
86 Hardwick Crescent Holt Canberra, ACT 2615 Australia +61 2 6254 9449 |
Whether your are into swimming, aerobics or weight training, this center has it all, divided into color-coded rooms. The blue room features a 25-meter heated indoor pool, sauna, spa and outdoor pool for the aqua-minded; the white room, a circuit to help tone muscles; the green room contains a number of aerobic programs, while the black room is home to the aerobic phenomenon, "boxacise". Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Soak up the atmosphere |
Manuka Circle Manuka Canberra, ACT 2603 Australia +61 2 6295 1349 |
Canberra's oldest swimming pool is a lovely venue set in the green surrounds of Manuka Circle. The architecture and atmosphere reflect the graciousness of the surrounding old Canberra suburbs. You will not find any gymnasium or health club facilities here, nor even an indoor all weather pool, but the pool is a generous 30 metres and what could be more natural than swimming outdoors in the Australian summer. Closed over winter, the pool is a favourite venue for local schools, residents and visitors alike. Facilities include changing rooms, children's pool and kiosk. Admission: Adults AUD4; children & concession AUD2.50. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A healthy lifestyle |
Dickson Place Dickson Canberra, ACT 2602 Australia +61 2 6247 7893 |
Catering for all ages and with qualified instructors, Northside Fitness Center is a busy gym and booking is advisable. A solarium, circuit, squash court and child minding are some of the facilities available. Lunchtime classes in body step, body pump and body combat last for 45 minutes. Classes in aerobics for the over 50 age group are held twice a week. The 60 minute fat burner class will have you looking trim and fit in no time. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tone up |
Lakeside Leisure Centre, Anketell Street Tuggeranong Canberra, ACT 2900 Australia +61 2 6293 3122 |
Get the fit and toned body you have always wanted, using the latest gym equipment in a relaxed atmosphere. Monthly membership entitles you to many additional services, including nutritional advice and individual training programmes. Or you may choose to attend classes on a casual basis without joining. Classes are available night and day, seven days of the week, in circuit training, "aquaerobics," "boxercise," step aerobics and more. Situated in the Lakeside Leisure Centre, the club has use of their swimming facilities, including "learn to swim" classes for all ages. A creche is available for child minding while you train. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A multitude of indoor sports |
Denison Street Deakin Canberra, ACT 2600 Australia +61 2 6281 1535 |
The Oasis Leisure Centre caters for those who wish to keep fit or those who simply want a relaxing swim or sauna. There is a mixed gym as well as a women-only gym where you can workout with weights or do a circuit. Classes in aqua-aerobics are popular during the week. Swimming lessons are available for all ages in the 50m heated pool. Indoor sports courts where you can play soccer, cricket, netball or volleyball are kept busy in the evenings and weekends. The casual day rate is AUD9, including use of the pool. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Getting fit is rewarding |
1 Binara Street Civic Canberra, ACT 2601 Australia +61 2 6247 8999 |
You will be fit in no time after several sessions at the Parkroyal Health & Fitness Club. Being a small club with a limited membership, personal attention is assured. Rewards such as breakfasts, lunches and massages, for the different types of membership are incentives for continuing your program. An assessment is carried out initially, followed by an individual program for all clients. Some of the facilities available are computerised cycles, steppers, circuit, aerobics, yoga and aquarobics. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Recently Refurbished Local Pool |
Crawford Street Canberra, ACT 2620 Australia |
The recently refurbished Queanbeyan Memorial Swimming Centre is a great escape from the heat. Kids will love the toddler's pool, which boasts a fun mushroom fountain and is undercover to protect little ones from the sun. Bigger kids and adults can splash about or do laps in the large pool. The spacious changing rooms have had an attractive facelift and come complete with warm showers and disabled facilities. There is also a canteen and a shop selling swimming accessories including goggles and caps. Admission: Adults AUD3.30; children (5-18 years) AUD2.20. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Indulge in health and relaxation |
Commonwealth Avenue, Hyatt Hotel Yarralumla Canberra, ACT 2600 Australia +61 2 6270 1234 http://canberra.park.hyatt.com... |
Get fit in the beautiful surroundings of the historic Hyatt Hotel. The five star fitness center offers the latest technology in the cardio theater while enjoying the audio visual equipment. Workout in the weights room or join an aqua-aerobics class. A spa, sauna, heated pool and tennis court are also available for the use of members. Apply to the memberships to make the most of the services. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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All year swimming |
Corner Anketell Street & Athlon Drive Tuggeranong Canberra, ACT 2900 Australia +61 2 6293 3122 http://www.leisureaus.com.au/ |
More than just an international standard 50 metre pool, the centre includes a free-form multi purpose fun pool, toddlers pool with water features, steam room, aerobics room, gymnasium and regular aerobic classes. You can also hire Rollerblades or take a well-deserved break at the kiosk. There are vacation activities for children, learn to swim programs, beach volleyball and fun swim carnivals. Children can even have their next birthday party here. Facilities include a creche while you get fit at the Nu Wave Health Club. Admission: Adults AUD4; children & concession AUD2.50; seniors AUD2.40. Review © 2007, Wcities |