Aquatics Centre
Our welcoming Aquatics Centre is a great option for group bookings and rentals, including school field trips, private parties, swimming lessons, team activities, and more.
Access
U of A students, staff and faculty have access to the pools on a drop-in basis. U of A alumni and community members can enjoy the facilities by purchasing a membership or drop-in pass, or by registering in one of our .
East Pool
Our East Pool is a six-lane, 25-yard pool with a slightly warmer temperature and shallower depth, making it ideal for learn-to-swim programs, inner tube water polo, underwater hockey, and recreational swims.
Features
- Length: 23 m
- Width: 12.8 m
- Shallow end depth: 1.12 m
- Deep end depth: 1.37 m
- Capacity: 160 people (recommended 100 for bookings)
West Pool
The West Pool is a unique T-shaped aquatic space featuring six lanes at 25 metres in one direction and six lanes at 25 yards in the other. With a slightly cooler temperature, it’s ideal for lap swimming, and includes a deep tank with a swinging rope and diving board—perfect for more adventurous activities and training.
Features
- Length: 25 m & 23 m (T-shape)
- Width: 23 m & 12.8 m
- Shallow end depth: 1.26 m & 1.12 m
- Deep end depth: 3.75 m & 1.37 m
- Capacity: 160 people (recommended 150 for bookings)
Booking + Rentals Information
Interested in booking private/group swim lessons or a field trip for a school group? For information or to book, please contact aquatics@ualberta.ca.
Washrooms, water fountains, and locker rooms are available on-site; however, please note there are no dedicated party or meeting rooms in the facility.