The Murupara swimming pools (also known as the A.H. Lynd Memorial Baths) opened in 1965 with a paddling pool, and a 33 metre main pool was opened in 1968.
The pool opens in October (on Labour Weekend) and closes after the Easter Break (weather dependent). During term time the pool is used daily by local schools and the college for swimming lessons, water safety, school carnivals and play.
Aquatics Murupara is located on Pine Drive.
For more information, contact the Council's Murupara Service Centre on 07 366 5896.
Supervision Policy
- Children under 5 years must be accompanied in the pool and within arms reach of a caregiver 17 years or older.
- Children under 8 years must be actively supervised by a caregiver 17 years or older.
Active supervision means watching those in your care from a close distance at all times. Caregivers must be able to see and hear those in their care and provide immediate help if required.
See our Supervision Policy - (PDF, 240 KB)
| Opening Hours | |
|---|---|
| Monday - Friday | 6 am - 10 am and 3 pm - 6 pm |
| Weekends and Public Holidays | 10 am - 6 pm |
| School Holidays - Monday to Friday | 6 am - 6 pm |
| Christmas Day, New Year's Day | Closed |
Pool facilities include:
- 33 metre pool
- Toddler pool
- Volleyball court
- Grass picnic areas
- Picnic tables
Water temperature ranges from 25 – 27 degrees.
Learn to Swim Holiday Block Courses now at Murupara
Contact our team to find out more, or sign up using the form below.
Learn to Swim Holiday Block Course Online Enrolment Form - (opens in a new window)
| Price | |
|---|---|
| Single admission adult/child | Free |
| Aqua aerobics | $2 per session |
| Dedicated use - School use (per student, per swim) | $1 |
| Dedicated use - Carnivals (whole complex, per event) | $120 |
| Dedicated use - Commercial use (whole complex, per hour) | $60 |
Murupara Pool Hire
The Murupara Aquatic Centre is available for recreational swimming as well as school groups and swimming lessons.
Murupara Pool Booking Request Form (PDF, 71 KB)
Murupara Pool Booking Request Form (online version, opens in new window)
If you would like to hire pool space at the Murupara Pool, please complete the application form above, giving as much information as you can. Please return for approval to: poolbookings@whakatane.govt.nz or drop in to the Murupara Library.
Feedback Form
If you have any feedback on the Murupara Aquatic Centre, please complete this online feedback form.