Coastlands Aquatic Centre
Coastlands Aquatic Centre is a stunning state-of-the-art facility, catering for all ages and aquatic abilities. Whether you're looking for exercise, recreation, swimming lessons or a nice cup of coffee, we have something for you.
To view our services at each traffic light setting, see our COVID-19 updates.
Weekly lane schedule
Operating under the current traffic light system
From Monday 2 May, We’re progressively reinstating full operational weekday hours at our pools in Ōtaki and Paraparaumu. However, due to the impact of COVID-19 on our staff availability, we need to maintain our reduced weekend hours (8am–4pm) at both pools.
These changes are temporary and will be regularly reviewed. We acknowledge that this is not an ideal situation, but making these changes will ensure that we can continue to keep our facilities open and provide continuity of service to the Kāpiti Coast community for as long as possible.
Coastlands Aquatics
From Monday 2 May our hours are:
- Monday: 5.30am–9pm (Programmes Pool closed 3.30–6pm for swimming lessons)
- Tuesday: 5.30am–8pm (Lane pool closes at 4.15pm)
- Wednesday: 5.30am–9pm (Programmes Pool closed 3.30–6pm for swimming lessons)
- Thursday: 5.30am–9pm
- Friday: 5.30am–9pm
- Weekends and Public Holidays - 8am-4pm
Please note: reduced weekend hours will likely continue throughout May.
Note: In order for swimmers to have enough time to dry and change before the pool closes for the night, all swimmers must be out of the pools 15 minutes before closing time.
General admission
| Adult (16 years+) | $5.40 each |
| Child (5-15 years) | $3.30 each |
| Adult swimming with a preschooler (0-4 years) | $1.80 each |
| Preschooler | $1.80 each |
| Spectators | Free |
| Senior citizen (65 years of age and over) | $3.30 each |
| Community Services cardholder | $3.30 each |
| Students (with valid ID) | $3.30 each |
| Aquafit (class only) Senior citizen Concession card - adult 10 classes Concession card - senior 10 swim |
$6.50 per class * $6.00 * $58.70 $54.10 |
| Hydroslide (unlimited use per visit) | $2.50 |
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Family pass (family of four, minimum of one adult or maximum of two adults) |
$13.00 |
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Family pass plus hydroslide (family of four, minimum of one adult or maximum of two adults) |
$21.10 |
| Group Discount adult (10 or more) | $4.90 each |
| Group Discount child (10 or more) | $3.00 each |
* includes a 15 minute spa after the class.
All fees are GST inclusive and effective 1 July 2021.
Additional facilities
- Sauna and spa $2.00 (plus normal pool admission, 16years+)
- Sauna and spa only (applicable pool entry, 16years+)
- Learn to Swim - $13.30 per lesson.
A 25% deposit must be paid at the time of booking. Full payment must be made prior to, or at the first lesson. Please refer to Learn to Swim for more information.
Concession cards
Take advantage of our special swim concession rates. Concession cards can be used at any Kāpiti Coast Aquatics Facilities - Coastlands Aquatic Centre, Ōtaki and Waikanae Pools.
Adult
- 10 Swim - $48.50
- 20 Swim - $91.60
- 30 Swim - $129.30
- 50 Swim - $202.00
Child
- 10 Swim - $29.80
- 20 Swim - $56.40
- 30 Swim - $79.60
- 50 Swim - $124.30
65 years of age and over 10 swim
- 10 Swim - $33.20
- 10 Classes Aquafit - $54.10 (includes a 15-minute spa after the class)
Celebrate your birthday at Coastlands Aquatic Centre and Plunge Café!
For just $20 per child, your party includes:
- Themed set and reserved table for two hours
- Pool entry (additional $2.50 for use of slide)
- 1 kids meal - choice of nuggets, mini hotdogs or fish with chips or mac & cheese bites
- 1 fruit kebab
- 1 drink - choice of mini water, mini sugar-free applewater, kids fruity apple, kids fruity apple and blackcurrant, small raspberry, orange or mixed slushy
Adult platters available - $40, serves 12
- Cheese + crackers
- Cold meats
- Dips + Veggies
- Fruit
- Please enquire for other options
Our Programmes Pool and slide will be open during the school holidays subject to staffing
The Coastlands Aquatic Centre consists of a 25 x 25 meter lane pool with a moveable floor heated to 28 degrees and a smaller programmes pool with ramp access and a water temperature of 32°c. It uses the latest technology in pool design and is the first aquatic centre in Australasia to have a translucent roof. This reduces energy costs and creates the feeling of being in an outdoor pool.
The complex also features:
- a toddlers' pool with water features
- a hydroslide
- spa pool and sauna*
- café
- KCP Physiotherapy
- a meeting room available for hire.
- *Spa pool and sauna - 16years+
Accessibility
We have an all-inclusive accessibility policy.
Facilities include:
- hoist access into the lane and spa pools with trained staff available to assist
- ramp access into the Lane Pool - the removable ramp structure is 15.4 metres long with handrails on each side and made from non-slip fibreglass
- ramp access into the Pak'n'Save Programmes Pool
- disabled change rooms including one designed for higher disability needs
- the facility is all on one level and easy to navigate with automated sliding doors and wide passageways
- two waterproof wheelchairs
PAK'nSAVE Programmes Pool
The PAK'nSAVE Programmes Pool can be used for swimming lessons, hydrotherapy type activities, special needs groups and kids play sessions during SPLASH.
Swim nappies must be worn by all babies and toddlers under four.
Main pool
Only those 8 years and over are allowed in the deep water (2.4m). For those under 8, space is available in the shallow water (1.2m) and in the PAK'nSAVE Programmes Pool at various times throughout the week.
To ensure everyone who visits Coastlands Aquatic Centre has fun in a safe environment, all children aged 8 to 13 years who wish to swim in the deep water (2.4m) must pass a swim test.
The test will be:
- jump in
- tread water for 1 minute
- swim forward 25 metres without stopping
- climb out
Treading water means being able to support yourself easily in an upright position in the water. Then swim forward confidently, without pushing off the pool floor.
Meeting Room
Facilities include whiteboard, kitchenette with fridge, microwave and dishwasher. See our meeting room page for more details.
To book please email [email protected] or call 04 296 4746
With our onsite cafe and central location, this is the perfect place for a small group get together.
A multi-functional meeting room is available for hire at Coastlands Aquatic Centre.
The versatile 8m x 6.5m space can be used as;
- a boardroom
- theatre style
- open space
Facilities include large TV with HDMI cable, whiteboard, kitchenette with fridge, microwave and dishwasher.
With our onsite Café and central location, this is the perfect place for a small group get together.
The meeting room can be accessed via the Reception area or from the front carpark area.
Hire charges
| Community Groups | Commercial Use | |
| Per hour |
$12.50 |
$20.50 |
| Half day | $46.00 | $82.00 |
| Full day | $77.00 | $143.00 |
To book the meeting room please contact Coastlands Aquatic Centre Reception on 04 296 4746 or email [email protected]
For catering, call Plunge Café 04 2965502.
Aquafitness sessions
For session times for all our Aquafitness classes, including Aquafit, Aqua Zumba and AquaMove see our Aquafitness Programme page.
SPLASH!
Fun whatever the weather; with inflatables and games on weekends, as well as public holidays and every day of the school holidays from 1pm-4.30pm.
During SPLASH! sessions those under 8 years wishing to use the main pool must:
- be able to swim
- stay in 1.2m depth (shallow part of the pool)
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Day |
Time |
Space Available |
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Monday |
3–4.30pm |
2 lanes in Lane Pool (1.2m) |
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Tuesday |
3–4.15pm |
2 lanes in Lane Pool (1.2m) |
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3–4.30pm |
Programmes Pool |
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Wednesday |
3–4.30pm |
2 lanes in Lane Pool (1.2m) |
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Thursday |
3–4.30pm |
2 lanes in Lane Pool (1.2m) |
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3–7.30pm |
Programmes Pool |
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Friday |
3–4.30pm |
2 lanes in Lane Pool (1.2m) |
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3–4.30pm |
Programmes Pool |
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Weekends & |
1–4.30pm |
All pools |
Hydroslide open can be opened on request.
8 years and over can use the slide by themselves. Under 8s must be accompanied down the slide by an adult 16 years or older.
Toddler’s Pool is open all day, everyday.
Programmes Pool opens from 12.15pm on Saturdays.
Availability of pool space is subject to change. Please see our weekly lane schedule.
Swim Test
Only those 8 years and over are allowed in the deep water (2.4m). For those under 8, space is available in the shallow water (1.2m) and in the PAK'nSAVE Programmes Pool at various times throughout the week.
To ensure everyone who visits Coastlands Aquatic Centre has fun in a safe environment, all children aged 8 to 12 years who wish to swim in the deep water (2.4m) must pass a swim test.
The test will be:
- jump in
- tread water for 1 minute
- swim forward 25 metres without stopping
- climb out
Treading water means being able to support yourself easily in an upright position in water. Then swim forward confidently, without pushing off the pool floor.
Learning to swim and survive is a fundamental life skill that opens up a world of opportunities.
SwimKāpiti runs swim lessons all year round at Coastlands Aquatic Centre held in line with school terms. See our Learn to Swim page for more information.
Water safety is important to us - to keep everyone safe and healthy at the pools please ensure the following:
- Children under 4 are required to wear a swim nappy in the pool
- Children under 3 can only be in the water with an adult supervisor*
- Children under 5 must be within arms reach of their adult supervisor*
- Children under 8 must be actively supervised by an adult supervisor*
*Adult supervisor - a person 16 years or over
COVID 'ORANGE' UPDATE
During the school holidays, Plunge café will open Monday-Sunday between 9—4pm, closed 12pm-1pm when the pool closes.
Normal opening hours
- Monday: Friday: 8.30am - 2pm
- Saturday: 9am - 3pm
- Sunday: 9am - 3pm
Plunge Café is located at the Coastlands Aquatic Centre and is open seven days a week.
The Café has freshly baked food daily catering for all dietary needs. Coffee is from Dark Horse Coffee.
Birthday Parties
See our Birthday Party booking page
Contact information
phone: 04 2965 502
email: [email protected]
For group bookings - book online or download the Coastlands Aquatic Centre Booking form [PDF 369 KB]and email to [email protected].
For further information or queries, please phone 04 296 4746 and speak to reception.
Location
10 Brett Ambler Way, Paraparaumu, Kāpiti Coast
Bus Route
Bus route: 260 Paraparaumu Station - Stop A
Bus stops on Kapiti Road (stop ID:1194)
For more information visit the Metlink website at www.metlink.org.nz