Lap Lane Availability

Lap Lane Availability

There are lanes available to use during all pool opening hours Monday to Sunday (subject to event bookings).

Please note, the pool space allocations are a guide only. Bookings are taken daily and therefore pool space allocation may change at short notice.

During our peak hours: 8am-9am and 1pm-7pm, we have limited availability in our Program Pool with at least two lanes generally available for public use in our 50m Pool.

During off peak hours, there are often more lanes available to use.

Lap Lane Etiquette

To ensure your lap swimming session is a rewarding one, please refer to the below tips on Lap Lane Etiquette;

1. Choose Your Lane Wisely: Swim in a lane that matches your speed. Slower swimmers should use the outside lanes, while faster swimmers take the middle lanes.
2. Circle Swim: In a shared lane, always swim in a counter-clockwise direction (circle swim) to avoid collisions.
3. Passing: If you need to pass someone, do so at the wall during turns. Tap their foot gently to indicate you’re coming by.
4. Respect Space: Maintain a safe distance from other swimmers. Avoid splashing and be aware of your surroundings.
5. Enter and Exit Quietly: When entering or exiting the pool, do so quietly to avoid disrupting others.
6. Avoid Stopping in the Middle: If you need to rest, move to the wall to avoid blocking the lane.
7. Notify Others: If you're starting a set of laps, let others in your lane know, especially if you plan to swim faster or slower than the pace.
8. Be Mindful of Equipment: If using fins, pull buoys, or other equipment, be aware that these can impact your speed and space.
9. Communicate: If you need to switch lanes or have a concern, communicate politely with fellow swimmers.

If we all follow the above tips, we can ensure that everyone has an enjoyable time exercising at Gungahlin Leisure Centre!