Swimming Pools

Public swimming pools are situated in many towns and cities, they may indoor heated pools, or outdoor chlorinated or saltwater pools which may be heated or unheated.

Public swimming pools are often part of a larger leisure centre or recreational complex. These centres sometimes have more than one pool, such as a shallower children’s pool, and a paddling pool for toddlers and infants. There may also be a sauna and one or more hot tubs or spa pools.

Whether you are looking for a pool to take the kids for a play or for a place to get some regular exercise, you will find a pool near you. Taking your kids to a local pool when they are young is a great way to introduce them to a fun activity and make them comfortable around water. Once they are comfortable around water you may want to introduce them to regular swimming lessons.

Local public swimming pools provide a safe swimming environment with lifeguards on standby. Public pools are generally administered by a private contractor under tender to a local municipal council. Where a swimming pool, spa pool or similar facility is available for use by the public, the owner of the facility must ensure that the pool is under the control and management of a person who is knowledgeable and competent in the operation of the plant and maintenance of pool water quality.