We will be opening Thursday 12 November 2020.

Specific information on each program and service we provide can be found in the relevant sections below.

Cardinia Shire Outdoor Pools will be reopening:

Tuesday 10 November (Koo Wee Rup)

Saturday 14 November (Pakenham and Garfield)

Friday 27 November (Emerald Wading Pool)

Coaching will return as of Monday 16 November 2020.

Specific information on each program and service we provide can be found in the relevant sections below.

There are no known specific risks associated with visiting an aquatic centre or health club, and as such, these facilities are considered at the same risk level as visiting any public facility. At this stage, the risk of the community spreading COVID-19 through our facility is low.

• Follow all staff instructions, social distancing and hygiene signage at all times.
• Use the provided hand sanitiser stations regularly, particularly when entering and exiting the facility.
• Wash your hands often with soap and running water for at least 20 seconds. Dry with paper towel or a hand dryer.
• Wipe down any equipment you use throughout the centre with the wipes provided.
• Try not to touch your eyes, nose or mouth.
• Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. If you don’t have a tissue, cough or sneeze into your upper sleeve or elbow.
• Maintain at least 1.5 metres distance between yourself and others at all times.
• Utilise Sanitiser placed throughout the Centre

NO, We encourage anyone who has recently been or is currently sick, or who has been in contact with a confirmed or suspected COVID-19 carrier to remain at home and to seek advice from a medical professional.

We have a specific infection control and response plan in place, which includes actions for disinfection of the facility and communication to patrons.

In the event of a suspected or confirmed COVID-19 carrier visiting the centre, this plan will be activated.

Entry is via the usual Front Entrance through the auto double doors

Exit is via the door next to swim desk on Olympic Way

Yes. We have updated our Conditions of Entry in line with the Government’s advice. All persons entering the centre must wear a face mask, with the exception of infants and children aged under 12 years, or those with exemptions as listed on the Department of Health and Human Services Website HERE

Face masks should be positioned appropriately on your face prior to entering the centre and worn at all times, unless for one of the below reasons:

• Infants and children under the age of 12 years.
• A person who is affected by a relevant medical condition – including problems with their breathing, a serious skin condition on the face, a disability or a mental health condition. This also includes persons who are communicating with a person who is deaf or hard of hearing, where the ability to see the mouth is essential for communication.
• Persons for whom wearing a face covering would create a risk to that person’s health and safety related to their work, as determined through OH&S guidelines.
• When the individual is doing any exercise or physical activity where they are out of breath or puffing. You must have a face covering on you and wear it when you finish exercising.
• When consuming food, drink or medication
• When required to remove a face covering to ascertain identity
• During emergencies
• If entering a pool or shower

If you remove your face mask for one of the above reasons, you must ensure you have it readily available to put back on as soon as the activity has been completed.

Yes. We acknowledge and appreciate that not everyone can safely wear a mask and in some instances, medical conditions can prevent people from wearing one.

If you have an exemption for medical purposes, you may be asked to provide evidence of this prior to being permitted entry into our facilities.

No. Customers are required to provide their own face mask.

Yes. In most instances our staff will be wearing face masks, however there are some exceptions to this such as those with medical conditions and certain tasks where it is approved under the DHHS Guidelines to remove them.

Staff who are exempt from wearing a face mask will display a star on their name badge to help make you aware of their exemption

Please refrain from approaching the person directly, and speak with one of our team members.

No. In line with current Government restrictions, our change rooms and showers will temporarily remain unavailable until 22 June 2020, unless it is necessary to use the toilet.

Until our change rooms reopen, please ensure you arrive in appropriate swimming attire. A deck coat or warm towel are the quickest way to enter and exit the facility.

No. In an effort to limit contact where possible, lockers will temporarily be unavailable.

Gym bags and other large items will not be permitted in our gym our group fitness studios.

No bookings are no longer necessary, With the latest announcement by the state government on 22nd November 2020 we are now allowed to have 150 patrons in the aquatic centre, 150 in the stadium and 100 patrons exercising.

These capacity limits now allow you to visit our facility freely and there is no time limits on your stay.

All of our pools are now available for public use.

Bookings are no longer required.

No. We have temporarily removed all communal equipment such as kick boards, pool noodles and other swimming aids.

You are able and encouraged to bring your own equipment, and we ask that you do not share this with other centre users.

Yes and you are encouraged to do so.

If you do bring equipment with you, we ask that you do not share this with others.

Merchandise will be available for purchase at the Centre depending on stock available.

There are no known specific risks associated with the use of pools.

Our pools are checked regularly throughout the day to ensure the chlorine levels are within the relevant health regulations.

Yes. In line with Watch Around Water guidelines you will need to accompany all children under 10 years of age. Due to the strict capacity limits two spots will need to be booked and paid for on entry to reserve your spots.

Due to the increase of capacity limits allowing 100 patrons to visit at anyone time bookings are no longer required

Due to the latest health advice from the state government 24/7 access is still temporarily unavailable.

Yes, We have now recommenced our group fitness classes.

Bookings are no longer essential but encouraged. To reserve your spot call (03) 5945 2888. 

To view our current timetable click HERE.

All memberships have now been reactivated on 19 November 2020.

Existing members have been sent an email with all of the key information. Any members who have not received this email are encouraged to contact the centre on (03) 5945 2888 or email cardinia@alignedleisure.com.au

We are currently taking expressions of interest for new memberships.

If you would like to speak to a member of our team about our membership options please call us on 5945 2888 or submit a web enquiry form by clicking HERE.

Our Swim School Program is returning on Friday 13 November 2020!

Further information will be sent to our existing swim school families and students via email.

If your contact details change during lockdown, or have any questions please contact our friendly team by calling (03) 5945 2888, via email cardinia@alignedleisure.com.au or submit a web enquiry form by clicking HERE.

Where possible, we will ensure your child remains in the same lesson to support a smooth transition back into lessons.

Where this is not possible, our team will work with you on an appropriate alternative.

We are currently taking expressions of interest for new enrolments.

If you would like to speak to a member of our team about enroling in the program please call us on 5945 2888 or submit a web enquiry form by clicking HERE.

It is unclear at this stage when our cafe will resume.

A small selection of cold drinks is available to purchase from reception.

We will continue to update this page and our social media platforms as more information becomes available.

Cardinia Life’s Childcare will be reopened from 30th November 2020. 

We will continue to update this page and our social media platforms as more information becomes available.

In consultation with the Pakenham Netball Association and Pakenham and District Basketball Association, our competitions are planned to resume as follows:

Junior Competitions

Junior Basketball Competition Resumes:               As of Saturday November 28**

Junior Netball Competition Resumes:                     As of Tuesday November 24**

Senior Competitions

Senior Basketball Competitions Resumes:            As of Wednesday November 25**

Senior Netball Competition Resumes:                    As of Tuesday November 24**

To register your team, please follow the below links:

FOR NETBALL TEAM REGISTRATIONS – CLICK HERE

FOR BASKETBALL TEAM REGISTRATIONS – CLICK HERE

For more information please click HERE

Juniors:

Round Robin Team Registration =$0 per team
Team Sheets =$70 per team

Seniors:

Senior Team Registration $80
Team Sheet = $78

All players are required to have either Basketball Victoria Membership or Netball Victoria membership for insurance purposes.

If you haven’t yet received your refund please email sports.cardinia@alignedleisure.com.au

Junior coaching will resume from Monday 16 November 2020.

Further information will be sent to our existing tennis families and students via email.

If your contact details change during lockdown, or have any questions please contact our friendly team by calling (03) 5940 8510, via email tennis.cardinia@alignedleisure.com.au or submit a web enquiry form by clicking HERE.

Private lessons and adult lessons will not be resuming as of Monday 16 November 2020, these lessons are aimed to return in the upcoming weeks and will be communicated separately.

Where possible, we will ensure your child remains in the same lesson to support a smooth transition back into lessons.

Where this is not possible, our team will work with you on an appropriate alternative.

We are currently taking expressions of interest for new enrolments.

If you would like to speak to a member of our team about enroling in the program please call us on (03) 5940 8510 or submit a web enquiry form by clicking HERE.