Levin Aquatic Centre

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About Levin Aquatic Centre

Levin Aquatic Centre is the community pool complex at the corner of Queen and Salisbury Streets, run by the Aquatics Horowhenua team for the Horowhenua District Council. It opens long hours - 6am to 9pm on weekdays and 8am to 6pm on weekends - welcoming lap swimmers, families, rehab clients and fitness fans alike, with affordable admission and 15-swim and 15-class concession cards for regulars.

Teaching is central to the centre. The Streamline Swim School runs Waterbabies and Toddlers, Pre-School and School-Age classes, plus Private Lessons and Adults classes. Aqua fitness is a highlight, with AquaCise, AquaDeep, AquaFit and AquaRehab classes alongside aquajogging, complemented by land-based classes including Legs, Bums & Tums, MoveWell and Yogilates.

For fun, there is a hydroslide and large inflatables, bookable birthday parties and Aqua Tots sessions for pre-schoolers, with caregivers swimming free with their bub. Sensory sessions close off the teach pool and deep lane to offer a low-stimulation swim for those with sensory processing struggles. An on-site shop stocks Zoggs goggles for all ages, chlorine-resistant swimwear and training aids at competitive prices.

Levin Aquatic Centre: Swimming, Fitness and Family Fun in the Heart of Horowhenua

At the corner of Queen and Salisbury Streets, Levin Aquatic Centre is Levin's home for everything water. Operated by the Aquatics Horowhenua team for the Horowhenua District Council, it keeps some of the longest hours you'll find at a community pool - 6am to 9pm Monday to Friday, and 8am to 6pm on both weekend days. That schedule comfortably covers early-morning lap swimmers, lunchtime aqua joggers, after-school families and evening fitness regulars, all in one place.

The centre is built around the idea that everyone in the community should have a lane. Casual swimmers can simply turn up and pay at reception, with affordable admission for preschoolers, children, adults and seniors. Regulars are looked after too: concession cards offer 15 swims for children, adults and seniors, alongside 15-class cards for aqua and land-based fitness. Before setting out for a training swim, check the weekly lane availability page online, which flags which lanes are free and any event closures.

Learn to swim, then keep going

Teaching sits at the heart of the centre. The Streamline Swim School runs a full pathway: Waterbabies and Toddlers classes for the youngest swimmers, Pre-School classes that build early skills, and School-Age classes that develop technique as children grow. Private Lessons cater to swimmers who want one-on-one attention, and Adults classes prove it is never too late to learn. Enrolment follows the school term, with timetables, fees and FAQs all published online.

For adults who prefer to move in company, the aqua fitness programme is a genuine highlight. AquaCise, AquaDeep, AquaFit and AquaRehab are led by the centre's motivated instructors, and aqua fitness is promoted as a great cardio workout that is kind to joints. AquaJogging has its own following too, and newcomers are welcome to come along and try a class.

Prefer dry land? The centre's newer land-based fitness programme adds Legs, Bums & Tums, MoveWell and Yogilates to the timetable, with classes running across Levin as well as Foxton and Shannon, so it is worth checking the Levin timetable for times that fit around work and school pickups.

Family fun and inclusive swimming

Levin Aquatic Centre is just as much a destination for fun as for fitness. The Hydroslide and large inflatables give the pool a genuine thrill factor, and Birthday Parties can be booked so the celebration happens without the cleanup at home. For pre-schoolers, Aqua Tots sessions build water confidence, with caregivers joining their bub in the water for free.

The centre also works hard to be welcoming to swimmers with sensory processing struggles. Scheduled sensory sessions close off the teach pool and deep lane to prioritise a low-stimulation environment, with dates published on the events page. Community events run through the year too, including the Let's Move Together Triathlon.

Before or after a swim, the on-site shop covers the essentials - and then some. It stocks a huge variety of Zoggs goggles spanning the 0-6 years, 6-14 years and adult ranges, from the Little Bondi through to the Predator Flex Titanium Reactor, with friendly staff on hand to help you find the right fit. Swimwear is chlorine-resistant and made for comfort, sized from age 2 through to size 24, with a number of styles carrying a lifetime guarantee. Caps, ear plugs, nose clips, hand paddles, aqua belts and Zoggs water confidence toys round out the shelves at competitive prices.

Whether you are training for a triathlon, coaxing a toddler through their first bubbles, doing rehab in the shallows or simply looking for somewhere warm and active on a rainy Saturday, the combination of long hours, affordable entry and genuinely broad programming makes Levin Aquatic Centre the kind of place locals end up visiting several times a week.

Signature items

  • Hydroslide & Large Inflatables
  • Streamline Swim School
  • Aqua Fitness Classes
  • Sensory Sessions
  • Aqua Tots
  • On-Site Swim Shop

Menu

Aqua Fitness

  • AquaCise — Popular aqua aerobics class led by motivated instructors.
  • AquaDeep — Deep-water aqua fitness class for a cardio workout.
  • AquaFit — General aqua class promising a great cardio workout.
  • AquaRehab — Gentle aqua class suited to rehabilitation.
  • AquaJogging — Low-impact jogging workout in the pool.
  • Aqua Tots — Pre-schooler water confidence sessions; caregivers swim free with their bub.

Learn To Swim

  • Waterbabies and Toddlers Classes — Early water confidence classes for the youngest swimmers.
  • Pre-School Classes — Lessons that build skills and confidence before school age.
  • School-Age Classes — Learn-to-swim progression for school-aged children.
  • Private Lessons — One-on-one swim tuition tailored to the individual.
  • Adults — Swimming lessons for adults - the school teaches right through from pre-schoolers to grown-ups.

Goggles (Adults)

  • Zoggs Bondi — Adult Zoggs goggle for everyday swimming.
  • Zoggs Panorama — Adult Zoggs goggle from the Panorama range.
  • Zoggs Racespex — Adult Zoggs goggle designed with racing in mind.
  • Zoggs Phantom — Adult Zoggs goggle from the Phantom range.
  • Zoggs Fusion Air Mirror — Mirrored adult Zoggs goggle from the Fusion Air range.
  • Zoggs Aqua Flex — Adult Zoggs goggle from the Aqua Flex range.
  • Zoggs Predator Flex Polarised Ultra — Polarised adult Zoggs goggle from the Predator Flex range.
  • Zoggs Predator Flex Titanium Reactor — Adult Zoggs goggle from the Predator Flex Titanium range.

Goggles (Ages 0-6)

  • Zoggs Little Bondi — Quality Zoggs goggle sized for ages 0-6.
  • Zoggs Little Twist — Zoggs goggle from the Little range for ages 0-6.
  • Zoggs Little Phantom — Zoggs goggle from the Little range for ages 0-6.
  • Zoggs Little Sonic Air — Zoggs goggle from the Little range for the youngest swimmers.

Land-Based Fitness

  • Legs, Bums & Tums — Land-based class targeting legs, bums and tums.
  • MoveWell — Land-based class focused on healthy movement.
  • Yogilates — A blend of yoga and Pilates.

Pool Fun & Parties

  • Hydroslide & Large Inflatables — Slide rides and giant inflatables for extra splash.
  • Birthday Parties — Bookable pool parties hosted at the centre.
  • Sensory Sessions — Low-stimulation swims with the teach pool and deep lane closed off.

Goggles (Ages 6-14)

  • Zoggs Bondi Junior — Zoggs goggle for ages 6-14.
  • Zoggs Phantom Junior — Junior Zoggs goggle from the Phantom range.
  • Zoggs Phantom Elite Junior — Step-up Zoggs goggle for ages 6-14.
  • Zoggs Predator Junior — Junior version of Zoggs' Predator goggle.

Swimwear & Accessories

  • Chlorine-Resistant Swimwear — Togs from age 2 to size 24; a number carry a lifetime guarantee.
  • Swim Caps — Caps for training and everyday swimming.
  • Ear Plugs — Swimming ear plugs available in-store.
  • Nose Clips — Nose clips for comfortable swimming.
  • Hand Paddles — Training paddles to build stroke strength.
  • Aqua Belts — Flotation belts for aqua jogging and deep-water exercise.
  • Zoggs Water Confidence Toys — Toys that help little ones gain confidence in the water.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Levin Aquatic Centre located?
At the corner of Queen and Salisbury Streets in Levin, in the Horowhenua district.
What are the opening hours?
Monday to Friday from 6am to 9pm, and from 8am to 6pm on Saturdays and Sundays.
How much does entry cost?
Admission is $2.70 for preschoolers, $3.70 for children up to 15 years and seniors, and $5.70 for adults. Concession cards for 15 swims or 15 classes are available for regulars.
Can adults learn to swim here?
Yes. Streamline Swim School runs lessons for everyone from pre-schoolers to adults, including private one-on-one lessons.
What are sensory sessions?
Scheduled sessions where the teach pool and deep lane are closed off to prioritise a low-stimulation environment for people with sensory processing struggles. Dates are listed on the events page.
Is there anything for toddlers?
Aqua Tots sessions build pre-schoolers' water confidence, and caregivers swim free with their bub.
Can I buy swim gear on site?
Yes. The shop stocks Zoggs goggles for ages 0-6, 6-14 and adults, chlorine-resistant swimwear from age 2 to size 24, caps, training aids and water confidence toys.

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