Carnegie Memorial Swimming Pool

Carnegie Memorial Swimming Pool (CMSP) will have casual and membership pricing. 

Ranging from $2, there are options to cater for everyone, including concession, child, adult and over 70s rates. 

For those wanting to use the facility regularly, memberships are a great option. Some Glen Eira Leisure memberships will include access to CMSP. There will also be the option of CMSP-only aquatic memberships. 

Off-peak times

Please note: There is no off-peak period/pricing on public holidays.

Carnegie Memorial Swimming Pool will be open 12 months of the year, giving the community a second option for year-round swimming in addition to Glen Eira Sports and Aquatic Centre. This is a change from the previous facility which was open seasonally. 

Opening hours will vary during peak and off-peak seasons. 

Peak season is 1 November to 31 March 

Off peak is 1 April to 31 October 

The indoor and outdoor pools have different opening hours. 

Lap lane availability will also change according to Swim School and events.

Opening Hours

*The hours show only public available hours with some group bookings open at other times.

• 50-metre outdoor pool 
• Learn to Swim pool
• Diving boards 
• Frog slide 
• Warm water pool
• Indoor concourse spas 
• Indoor sauna  
• Indoor steam room 
• Café 
• Swimming Lessons 
• Three program rooms for Group Exercise Classes 
• Physiotherapy 
• Accessible changerooms  
• Changing places changeroom 
• Splash pad 
• Outdoor BBQs  
• Shaded seating areas

When will the centre open? 

The centre will open to the public on Wednesday 8 January. It will open in stages: 

• Wednesday 8 January – all outdoor facilities 10am-8pm 

• Thursday 9 January – all outdoor facilities 6am-9pm 

• Friday 10 January – all outdoor facilities and wellness zone 6am-8pm  

• Saturday 11 January – all aquatic facilities full opening hours 7am-7pm 

• Monday 13 January – Glen Eira Leisure Swim School (GELSS) will begin swimming lessons assessments 
• Monday 20 January – Group exercise timetable starts. You can view a preview of what classes will be on offer with this link
• Tuesday 28 January – GELSS lessons start

Will there be a launch event? 

We are planning an official launch event for Sunday 9 February 2025. This will be a family-friendly event for all ages. Keep your eyes on our social channels and sign up to the Glen Eira Leisure e-newsletter for more details.  

Do you have family memberships / prices? 

We have group swim options which include five people, two adults maximum.  

These can be purchased as single entry or as a 10-pack pass. 

Do Glen Eira Leisure members get free access to Carnegie Memorial Swimming Centre? 

Yes. Access to Carnegie Memorial Swimming Pool is included in Gold, Activate, Rising Star, Aquatic and Glen Eira Leisure Swim School memberships. 

Can I get a membership to Carnegie Memorial Swimming Pool only? 

Yes. More information about our pricing will be released on our website shortly.

Will there be group exercise classes at Carnegie Memorial Swimming Pool? 

Yes. There are three program rooms which will have group exercise classes. These will be included in Glen Eira Leisure memberships. Our Group Exercise Program will start from Monday 20 January.  Find out what classes will be on offer at this link.

Is there bike parking on site? 

Yes. There is bike parking available along the front of the building. 

Is there free carparking? 

Yes. There is a carpark at the front of the centre which is free. There are also four double Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations, allowing up to eight vehicles to charge at the same time. 

When will swimming lessons start at Carnegie Memorial Swimming Pool? 

Swimming lessons will start at the end of January when Glen Eira Leisure Swim School reopens after the summer break. 

Is there a gym at Carnegie Memorial Swimming Pool? 

No, there is not a gym, but there are group exercise classes held in our three program rooms. Find out what classes will be on offer at this link.

Is there an infrared sauna at Carnegie Memorial Swimming Pool? 

There is a traditional sauna at CMSP, where as GESAC has both a traditional sauna and infrared saunas.

Will there be enough parking? 

Parking modelling was done during the design phase to understand demand for parking when the centre opens. Modelling showed there will be enough parking provided which includes accommodating peak demand. 

Will there be a launch event? 

We are currently planning an official launch event for February 2025. This will be a family-friendly event for all ages. Keep your eyes on our social channels and sign up to the Glen Eira Leisure e-newsletter for more details geleisure.com.au 

What accessible features will the centre have? 

The centre will feature several accessible amenities, including a Changing Places facility, multiple accessible change rooms, ramp access to the 50m outdoor pool, warm water pool and spa. The outdoor splash pad is also accessible  

The purpose-built accessible bathrooms include a height-adjustable adult-sized change table, ceiling track hoist system, automatic door with a higher opening, privacy screen and more. We received funding from the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing to assist in the inclusion of a Changing Places facility. 

Are there lockers available?

Yes. Lockers will be available to store personal belongings.

Is the centre accessible by public transport?

Yes, the Carnegie Memorial Swimming Pool will be easily accessible by public transport. There are nearby bus and tram stops, ensuring convenient travel options for all visitors.

What is the six star Green star certification? 

Green Star is Australia’s trusted sustainability rating tool for the built environment, setting the standard for better, healthier and more responsible buildings and places.  

Green Star Buildings includes a set of targets to help deliver Climate Positive buildings that are fossil fuel free, powered by renewables, highly efficient, built with lower carbon materials and offset with nature. 

Carnegie Memorial Swimming Pool achieved a Green Star Designed rating which represents a precertification that the building’s design is on track to achieve a Green Star rating when assessed after construction. We will be applying for the Six Star Green Star rating once the construction is completed. 

What sustainability features does the centre have? 

The centre will be one of the few in Australia to be all-electric and powered by renewable energy. The roofs will be covered with solar cells, offsetting power usage from the electricity grid. To help restore and protect biodiversity and ecosystems, rainwater tanks will collect on-site water which will be reused to water the native vegetation. 

The facility’s energy system will constantly monitor and record energy usage and water consumption figures, and adjust environmental conditions for user comfort and energy efficiency. 

The construction process uses sustainable building materials and recycled products where possible.