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Swimming Carnivals

Book your annual school swimming carnival at AARC

Bring your school together for carnival day

Make your annual swimming carnival a day for your whole school to enjoy at AARC. Our team will help you explore suitable pool space, equipment and spectator arrangements, with qualified lifeguards on duty during your booking. Tell us your preferred dates and student numbers, and we’ll confirm availability and pricing.

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What’s included

Pool space, equipment and seating to support your carnival. We’ll confirm available facilities and arrangements when you enquire.

Exclusive use of your booked pool

Your school has exclusive use of the pool reserved for your carnival.

PA and microphone

Keep your carnival moving with announcements and race calls.

Qualified lifeguards

Lifeguards are on duty throughout your booking.

Lane ropes and starting blocks

Lane ropes, starting blocks and equipment are arranged for your event, subject to centre facilities.

Space for spectators

Tell us your expected spectator numbers so our team can confirm suitable seating and accessibility arrangements.

Indoor and outdoor pool options

Explore our 25m indoor lap pool and 50m outdoor community pool. Our team will confirm suitable pool space for your event.

How to book

Carnival dates fill up quickly, so we recommend booking well ahead.
1

Send an enquiry

Tell us your preferred dates and student numbers.
2

Confirm your booking

We check availability, share pricing and confirm your booking details.
3

Before the day

We can provide a risk assessment and public liability certificate if you need them.
4

Carnival day

Your booked pool is prepared with the agreed equipment, with lifeguards on duty.

Frequently asked questions

How do we check dates and pricing?

Enquire as early as possible with your preferred dates and approximate student numbers. Our team will check availability and send you pricing for your school’s carnival.

Does our booking include exclusive use?

Your school has exclusive use of the pool reserved for your carnival. Other parts of the centre may remain open. We’ll confirm the pool space and facilities included in your booking.

What should we tell you about spectators and access needs?

Include your expected spectator numbers and any accessibility requirements when you enquire. Our team will discuss suitable options and confirm arrangements with your school.

Can you provide documents for our school’s planning?

We can provide a risk assessment and public liability certificate on request. Let our team know what your school needs before the event.

Plan your school’s swimming carnival

Tell us your preferred dates and student numbers. Our schools team will help you explore availability, facilities and pricing for your event.
Enquire about a swimming carnival