Cowra Aquatic Centre
‘Dive into excellence.’
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Cowra Aquatic Centre (The Billabong)
Conveniently located within the town’s sporting complex on Taragala Street by the Lachlan River, Cowra Aquatic Centre offers a range of amenities for all ages.
In addition to the seven-lane, Olympic-sized pool, the facility includes a toddler pool, spacious lawn areas, and BBQ facilities available upon request. Ample undercover seating is provided for your comfort.
Our kiosk, The Wriggly Bean, is renowned for its fun and fantastic food, making it the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a meal.
Pool Temperature:
50m Olympic Pool: Heated to a comfortable 26°C
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OCTOBER + NOVEMBER HOURS
Monday - Friday
6:00am - 8:00am
10:00am - 7:00pm
Saturday
8:00am - 7:00pm
Sunday
10:00am - 7:00pm
DECEMBER + JANUARY HOURS
Monday - Friday
6:00am - 8:00am
10:00am - 8:00pm
Saturday
8:00am - 8:00pm
Sunday
10:00am - 8:00pm
FEBRUARY + MARCH HOURS
Monday - Friday
6:00am - 8:00am
10:00am - 7:00pm
Saturday
8:00am - 7:00pm
Sunday
10:00am - 7:00pm
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS
Christmas Day + Good Friday - CLOSED
Christmas Eve + New Years Eve - CLOSE at 4:00pm
All other public holidays - 10:00am to 6:00pm
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One off admission
Child (2 and Under) * - Free
Child (3 to 17) - $3.00
Adult - $5.00
Pensioner ** - $3.00
Non-Swimmer/Spectator ***- $2.50
School Group Per Person **** - $2.00
Family Ticket ***** - $15.00
Low Income General Admission ******
Child (3 to 17) - $2.50
Adult - $3.00
Family Ticket*****- $10.00
Season Tickets
Child (3 to 17) - $84.00
Adult - $140.00
Pensioner** - $84.00
Family***** - $297.80
Pensioner Family****** - $140.00
Non-Swimmer/Spectator*** - $84.00
Half Season Tickets - Available from the 1st January
Child (3 to 17) - $50.60
Adult - $84.00
Family***** - $178.70
Pensioner Family****** - $84.00
Non-Swimmer/Spectator*** - $50.60
Pensioner** - $50.60
Low Income Card Season Tickets*******
Child (3 to 17) - $84.00
Adult - $84.00
Family Ticket***** - $140.00
Ten Entry Pass
Child (3 to 17) - $22.40
Adult - $43.80
Family***** - $134.80
Pensioner** - $22.40
Non-Swimmer/Spectator*** - $22.40
All access passport
Anyone who holds a current Swim Season Pass is eligible to access any of the facilities under L+R Group management.
If you are visiting a facility that isn't your home facility, you will be required to show your Swim Season Pass on the iClassPro phone app, or provide your home membership details for our friendly staff to check your membership and record the attendance.
* Child 2 and Under: Must have a paying adult in the water, within arms reach at all times
** Pensioner: Only for aged, invalid or Veterans Affairs and must show a valiad pension card
*** Non-swimming spectator: must not enter a body of water
**** Only during school hours
***** Family: Per Medicare Card details
****** Pensioner Family: Parents both hold a pension card
******* Low Income: Person(s) in possession of a Centrelink Health Care Card with listed dependants.
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All facility bookings must be made via our online forms.
Whether you represent a sports club, commercial activity or have a general event in mind, or a school group looking to book a space and access our facility safety resources
Please complete the respective booking form.
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Tell Us What You Think!
At L+R Group, we're dedicated to delivering exceptional service and maintaining facilities that communities love.
Help us enhance your experience by sharing your feedback through our short Customer Feedback Form.
Thanks in advance for your valuable input!
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Ready to make waves in your career?
Dive into exciting opportunities at L+R Group! We offer casual, permanent, and part-time positions for:Swim Instructors
Pool Lifeguards
Kiosk Attendants
Duty Managers
Join our team of enthusiastic and dedicated individuals in a dynamic and enjoyable work environment where customer service takes center stage. Your next adventure awaits – apply today or submit an expression of interest form.
140 Taragala Street, Cowra, NSW
(02) 6340 2150
Email: cowra@lrgroup.com.au
Customer Portal
(iclasspro portal account name is: cootamundra)
PROGRAMS + ACTIVITIES
Explore our diverse range of programs and activities tailored for all ages and interests. Whether you're seeking school group programs, preschool aged children aquatic programs, after-school activities for school-aged kids, teenagers and adults, specialised activities for seniors, holiday programs or unforgettable birthday party packages, we have something for everyone.
What we offer:
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At Cowra WaterSchool Learn to Swim, we offer the following:
Infants Aquatics
Learn to Swim Groups
Stroke Correction
To explore our classes and to book your spot, please log into your iClassPro Customer Portal Account.
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For school groups, we provide a range of options tailored to their needs. Schools can opt for weekly school sport sessions, where students can engage in various aquatic activities as part of their physical education curriculum. Additionally, we offer weekly learn-to-swim programs designed to teach essential water safety skills and swimming techniques. For those looking to accelerate learning, we also provide intensive swimming blocks, allowing students to make significant progress in a shorter timeframe. Our programs are led by experienced instructors in a supportive and educational environment, ensuring a valuable and enjoyable experience for all participants.
Please contact the pool in person, over the phone, or by emailing cowra@lrgroup.com.au if you are inquiring on behalf of a school.
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Perfect for keeping skills sharp or making rapid progress, these sessions offer concentrated instruction during school breaks.
Led by our expert instructors, participants can accelerate their swimming abilities in a short span of time. Whether you're aiming to boost confidence, refine technique, or simply enjoy some aquatic fun during the holidays, our intensive lessons provide the perfect opportunity.
To view lesson timetable and to book your spot, please log into your iClassPro Customer Portal Account.
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Race Preparation Clinics:
Elevate your competitive edge with our Race Preparation Clinics. These sessions are your opportunity to master starts, turns, and finishes for all four strokes, refine your medley turns, and gain essential insights into race rules. Led by experienced coaches, these clinics are designed to optimize your performance in the pool.
Backstroke, Breaststroke and Butterfly Clinics:
Dive deep into the technical nuances of breaststroke and backstroke with our specialised clinics. These strokes are ideal for fine-tuning your skills at any time. Our seasons may include land drills, progressive exercises focusing on body position, kick and pull timing, starts, turns, and finishes, all wrapped up with some fun and games to keep things engaging.
We offer both one and two-day swim clinics, providing flexibility to fit your schedule and needs.
Additionally, we are proud to host swim clinics featuring past Olympians and current NSW Coaches, offering invaluable insights and inspiration to swimmers of all levels.
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During holiday periods, we provide a variety of unique aquatic programs aimed at keeping children active, engaged, and entertained.
These programs offer opportunities for learning, skill development, and fun in a safe and supervised environment. Some of the programs we may offer include:
Bush Nippers
Junior Lifeguard Program
Youth Water Exercise
Junior and Youth WaterBall
These activities cater to different interests and skill levels, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy during their break.
To view our holiday program and to book your spot, please log into your iClassPro Customer Portal Account.
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We understand the importance of community and strive to make our aquatic centre a central hub for the town. Throughout the season, we host a variety of community events that bring people together for fun and relaxation. Join us for our Open Day to kick off the season, enjoy our lively Saturday Sessions, unwind at our Movie Nights under the stars, and celebrate with us during our festive Christmas and Easter Events.
There's always something happening at the pool – come be a part of the excitement!
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Saturdays are perfect for family and friends to come together and enjoy a fun-filled day at our pool. Our Saturday Sessions offer a fantastic opportunity to splash around and make lasting memories. Dive into excitement with our Aqua Inflatable; afun day out for everyone.
*T&C apply to aqua Inflatable use.
Making a program booking is now simpler than ever! Just head over to our customer portal.
As an approved provider of the NSW Active Kids Program, we’re making it easier for kids to stay active!
Eligible families can use their Active Kids Vouchers to access swimming lessons, aquatic and sporting programs at our facilities, helping children build confidence, stay healthy, and have fun.
Eligibility
Children must:
• Be aged 4.5 to 18 years.
• Be NSW residents.
• Have a parent, guardian, or carer receiving Family Tax Benefit Part A or Part B.
To use your vouchers, apply through Service NSW and ensure you have an active Customer Portal account. Once your voucher is submitted and processed, the credit will be applied to your account. Please allow 2–3 business days for processing.
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