Facilities
Woree Sports and Aquatics Centre is a locally run pool, located in the southside of Cairns. Home to the Cairns Stingrays Swimming Club, and the Cairns Mudcrabs Masters Swimming Club. A well maintained facility with space for family activities. 3 pools are on offer during the summer months. (Both outdoor kids pools are closed during winter).
The WSAC team are extremely passionate about swimming, and promoting the healthy lifestyle choice of being in around the water in sunny FNQ.
50m Pool
50m 8 lane pool, complete with FINA approved diving blocks at each end of the pool. It is kept at around 27 degrees all year with the heaters being switched on during the winter months.
Outdoor pools
The outdoor kids' pools are perfect for little ones to splash around and have fun in the sun. With safe, shallow areas and plenty of room to play, it's an ideal spot for children to build confidence in the water while enjoying the fresh air. Bring your family for a fun-filled day of swimming and laughter!f your services
Indoor Pool
This a heated indoor facility, maintained at a comfortable 33 degrees celsius all year round. With shallow water perfect for hydrotherapy and a convenient hoist available, it's an ideal space for both therapeutic and recreational swimming.
Enjoy a safe and supportive environment designed to cater to all your aquatic needs.
Training Room
Our training room is available for hire, ideal for functions, workshops, or training sessions. Equipped with modern amenities and a comfortable setup, it’s perfect for hosting your next event. Whether you're planning a corporate meeting, a team-building workshop, or a special celebration, our space can be tailored to meet your needs.
Services
Li'l Stingers Swim School
The L'il Stingers Learn to Swim school provides a well structured program for teaching young babies all the way up to teenagers. It's perfect for helping children understand the importance of safety around the pool, as well as boosting confidence.
Wipeout
The Wipeout is available for hire for birthday parties or functions for kids from 8-16. It is also available to the public on selected days. For costing and availability please contact the pool for more details.
Wipeout Rules:
- Children must be able to swim 30m's unassissted.
- No jewelery is to be worn while on the wipeout.
- Children are to only jump onto the wipeout when told by the lifeguards to prevent over crowding.
Aqua Aerobics
Want to improve your fitness and stamina the social way? Or require some gentle water aerobic exercise as part of your rehabilitation, or physiotherapy routine? We have a choice of Aquafit classes to suit your requirements and availability.
Monday and Wednesday at 6 - 7 pm
These evening sessions are run by Robyn Lee. Robyn has been at the pool for over 20 years doing Aqua. Her classes are generally deep water classes with buoyancy aids etc. Held in the 50m pool.
Tuesday's and Friday's at 9.30 - 10.30 am (check calendar for changes in times each week).
The morning sessions are run by Karen Skudder. Karen is a personal trainer with years of experience on land and now heading to the water. Held in the 50m pool.
Poolside Cafe
Struggling to wake up at 5:30am to do some laps? or the kids too full of energy and leaving you drained? no worries at all!
We have amazing coffees to help give you the perk you need to start your day.
Cairns Stingrays Swimming Club
The Cairns Stingrays Swimming Club has proudly been a part of Woree Pool since 1989. The club hosts swimmers of a wide variety of ages and levels. From new swimmers experiencing the sport for the first time, to National level swimmers, representing the club around Australia.
For more information visit www.cairnsstingrays.com.au
Meri - Happy Pain
Happy Pain has been at Woree Swimming Pool since 1st Sept 2020.
Meri adds an exciting element to Woree Pool with a variety of classes from Aerial Yoga, HIIT Yoga to Meditation suited to your individual needs.
Press here for the link to her site.
Cairns Mudcrabs Masters Swimming Club
Cairns Mudcrabs Masters Swimming Club was formed in 1982 and some of the founder members swim with the club today. Muddies caters for all swimming abilities from beginners to competitive including open water swimmers.
For more information visit www.mudcrabs.org.au