From thrilling water slides to relaxing hydrotherapy pools, Perth’s leisure centres and indoor swimming pools offer a wide range of activities for families. Whether you’re looking for a fun day out or a place to improve your fitness, these centres south of Perth have something for everyone. Dive in and explore the best aquatic adventures Perth’s south has to offer!
Belmont Oasis Leisure Centre
Belmont Oasis Leisure Centre is a family favourite, featuring an indoor heated pool, a toddlers’ splash zone, and an outdoor pool too. The centre also offers swimming lessons, aqua aerobics, and a well-equipped gym. It’s an ideal spot for a family day out, especially on rainy days, not that you’ll be keeping dry at Belmont Oasis! Read more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Belmont Oasis Leisure Centre at Progress Way, Belmont.
Aqua Jetty Leisure Centre, Rockingham
Aqua Jetty in Rockingham is a state-of-the-art facility boasting a 50m heated outdoor pool and a heated 25m indoor pool providing recreational and lap swimming. There is also a large leisure pool with toddler beach entry and play sprinklers. The kiddos will love the big blue tube slide and the centre also offers swimming lessons and fitness classes. Read more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Aqua Jetty Leisure Centre at 87 Warnbro Sound Ave, Warnbro
Fremantle Leisure Centre
Fremantle Leisure Centre is a gem with its beautiful pools, including a heated 50-meter pool, and a kids’ splash pool. For families, there is the undercover leisure pool which has a depth of 0.2 metres that features a super cute green frog slide, mushroom fountain and spray guns. The relaxed atmosphere and lush surroundings make it a great place for a family day out. Their inflatable fun days are lot of fun too. Read more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Fremantle Leisure Centre at 10 Shuffrey Street, Fremantle.
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Swan Active, Midland
Swan Active in Midland offers a great aquatic experience with an indoor heated pool, a leisure pool with a beach entry, and an outside kiddies pool. The centre also features a gym and various fitness classes, making it a comprehensive family fitness hub. Read more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Swan Active at Gray Drive, Midvale.
Leisure World, Thornlie
Leisure World in Thornlie boasts an aquatic facility with an indoor heated pool, a kids’ splash zone, and a thrilling water slide. The main leisure pool area has a beach entry, which is great for little children. There are plenty of jets and underwater bubblers fountains to play with. There’s a shallow outdoor kiddies pool too and picnic area, perfect for warmer days. The centre also offers swimming lessons and aqua aerobics, catering to all ages and fitness levels. Read more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Leisure World at corner of Thornlie Avenue and Culross Avenue, Thornlie.
Rockingham Aquatic Centre
Rockingham Aquatic Centre is an outdoor facility, open in warmer months. Perfect for a family day out with its outdoor heated pools, a kids’ playground, and plenty of shaded areas for picnics. The friendly atmosphere and facilities make it a favorite among locals. Read more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Rockingham Aquatic Centre 61 Council Ave, Rockingham.
Cannington Leisureplex Aquatic Centre
Cannington Leisureplex is a family favorite, offering a heated indoor pool, a leisure pool with water features, and a super fun waterslide. Outside, there’s a splash pad area with plenty of tipping buckets and fountains too. The centre also has a gym and various fitness programs, ensuring there’s something for everyone. A 50-metre thrill slide awaits children aged 6 and up at Cannington Leisureplex. Read more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Cannington Leisureplex Aquatic Centre at the corner of Wharf and Sevenoaks Street, Cannington.
Aqualife Victoria Park
Aqualife in Victoria Park offers a splash-tastic aquatic facility with indoor heated pools, outdoor pool, and a hydrotherapy pool (great for baby swim classes). The leisure pool is perfect for young ones with a depth of 0.7m. Found next to a bright dinosaur mural, there are 3 water features spurting water into the pool. At the end of the leisure pool is a small round ‘spa’ which bubbles and has a built-in bench. Read more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Aqualife Victoria Park at 42 Somerset St, East Victoria Park.
Cockburn ARC
Perth’s ULTIMATE leisure centre, Cockburn ARC, is a state-of-the-art facility. There’s a big range of indoor and outdoor pools, including a 50-meter lap pool, a leisure pool with water slides, and a dedicated kids’ water playground splash zone. Cockburn ARC, has three amazing waterslides for daredevils 7 years and up. These are currently closed (August 2024, so check before visiting). Read more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Cockburn ARC at 31 Veterans Parade, Cockburn Central.
Mandurah Aquatic and Recreation Centre
Mandurah Aquatic and Recreation Centre is a top choice for families, offering indoor and outdoor heated pools and a leisure pool with water features. Little thrill-seekers will love the pirate-themed playground at Mandurah Aquatic Centre! Found in the large indoor pool area, this awesome interactive play area has a beach-style entry and a fantastic little waterslide – you’ll hear squeals of excitement as the kids go down the slide! Read more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Mandurah Aquatic and Recreation Centre at 303 Pinjarra Road, Mandurah.
Riverton Leisureplex
Riverton Leisureplex offers a variety of aquatic facilities, including a 50-meter lap pool, a leisure pool with a lazy river, and a big tube slide. The leisure pool has a gradual entry beach area perfect for entry with toddlers, there’s lots of water features to discover. Do you dare ride the fun 50m water slide at Riverton Leisureplex?! Read more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Riverton Leisureplex at the corner of Riley and High Roads, Riverton.
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