Doveton Pool in the Park will open for an extended summer season on November 19! This year we will be open every day when the pool is 25 degrees or more between November 19, 2022 and April 2, 2023.
Doveton Pool in the Park will reopen for the 2022/2023 summer season with extended dates and times. Doveton Pool in the Park will open from November 19, 2022 until April 2, 2023 under the following operating conditions:
50m pool, Program Pool (with small waterslide) and Splash Pad:
Open from 3.00pm to 7.30pm on weekdays (outside of school holidays) where the temperature is 25 degrees and over
Open from 11.30am to 7.30pm on weekends, public holiday's and weekdays (during school holidays) where the temperature is 25 degrees and over
Large Waterslide and Toddler's Pool:
Open from 2.00pm to 5.00pm on weekends, public holiday's and weekdays (during school holidays) where the temperature is 30 degrees and over
Please note the following conditions also apply:
Large waterslide and toddler's pool times may be extended at the discretion of management
School holiday dates based on the Department of Education Victorian Public School term dates
Trigger temperatures for pool openings are based on the Melbourne Bureau of Meteorology forecast (released at 5pm on the day before)
The iconic community pool is located at the corner of Tristania Street & Kidds Road in Doveton with plenty of parking available via the Tristania Street entrance and features:
A heated 50m outdoor pool
Splash park
Two learners' pool's
Small waterslide
Giant waterslide
Café with fresh food options
Plus a BBQ and large shaded area to relax in.
The facility features:
A heated 50m outdoor pool
Splash park
Two learners' pool's
Small waterslide
Giant waterslide
Café with fresh food options
Plus a BBQ and large shaded area to relax in.
We are located on the corner of Tristania Street and Kidds Road in Doveton (with plenty of parking in Tristania Street) and we're open (weather permitting) from 1st December until 31st March each year.
*Please also note; School Carnivals are held at Doveton Pool in the Park during various days in December, February and March. Swimmers should phone ahead to avoid disappointment.
Entry Prices:
Adult
$6.70
Child
$5.40
Senior
$5.40
Family
$21.70
Spectator
$2.30
Get involved in the Twilight Swim Carnival on January 15 from 3pm. Learn more!
Opening Hours
The centre is open on all Saturdays in January & February and Thursday 6-8pm from January - March. Otherwise opening is dependent on the temperature. If the forecasted temperature is 30°C or higher, the Centre will be open. Please note: We use the Scoresby Bureau of Meteorology forecast for our weather tracking. Follow us on Facebook for updates.
When the Centre is open, the opening hours are:
Monday - Sunday 11:30am - 7:30pm
What's new this season?
For the 2019 - 20 season, starting on December 1, we want to ensure your enjoy your time at Doveton Pool in the Park.
Firstly, the pools are now open every Saturday regardless of the temperature during January and February as wlel as being open each Thursday between January and March, 6pm - 8pm.
We have made the water slides free. You no longer have to pay an additional fee to go on the slides, it is now part of your entrance fee.
We have also varied the type of food we sell to include more healthier options.
Our opening hours have changed as well. We now open at 11:30am and close at 7:30pm with the slides being open between 2pm - 6pm.
Do swimming lessons with ONE Casey? Take part in our Twilight Swim Carnival right here at Doveton Pool. Sign up now!
Location
Doveton Pool in the Park is located on the corner of Tristania St and Kidds Rd in Doveton with plenty of parking in Tristania Street.
Water Slide
The water slide is now open and FREE at Doveton Pool in the Park!
The slide will be running over Summer on days forecast 30+ (only weekends and school holidays)
It will be open between 2pm - 6pm*
*Subject to change
Cost:
Single ride - FREE
Unlimited pass - FREE
Please be aware there is a minimum and maximum height and weight restriction on patrons using the slide facility
Maximum height 220cm
Minimum height 120cm
Maximum weight 100kg
Minimum weight 35kg
Rules
Children under 10 must be supervised by a guardian over 16 years
Wait for a lifeguard to signal before approaching the waterslide
1 person at a time down the water slide. NO CHAINS
Entry on the waterslide must be feet first lying on back
No run ups to the slide, start the slide in a seated position
Flotation devices are not permitted on the slide
No standing or stopping on the way down the waterslide
Please remove all metal objects before entering the slide
Patrons using slide do so at own risk
We apologise for any inconvenience, safety for our patrons is our highest priority and paramount for the continued operation of the slide.
Weather Policy
Open Hours Weather Policy
Except for Saturdays during January and February (when the centre is open regardless), if the forecasted temperature is 30°C or higher, the centre will be open.
From swim carnivals to aquatic education and survival skills, we can tailor an aquatic program for your school or community group.
We offer essential water safety and survival skills education to primary and secondary school students.
In a practical environment they will develop physical skills, knowledge and understanding of a range of aquatic situations.
Programs can be tailored to suit the age group and our AquaSafe Aquatic Education is fully mapped to and aligned with VELS.
Programs include:
Aquatic adventure – for fun, skill and challenge
Biathlon training – combining athletics and aquatics
AquaSafe Theory – within school
AquaSafe Aquatic Education – with a focus on water safety and personal survival
So whether you’re looking for a fun excursion or end of year event for your students, a venue for your swimming carnival, or an integrated component of your PE program, we are here to help.
And remember, we’re committed to everyone having the opportunity to participate. So if you have a student in financial hardship, YMCA can provide subsidised access to the program.
Teachers please note: we are also available to assist with your professional development, certification and skill-refreshers in:
AUSTSWIM
CPR
First aid
To learn more or to book please call 9705 5000.
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