Whilst Sydney has heaps of pools and the best beaches in the world, Gunyama Park is still a welcome addition for its accessibility and sustainability. 

The aquatic park is near the train station, as well as the cycleways and bus stop at Green Square. On the other hand, the design of the building features an innovative energy co-generation system, using solar panels, that provides a cheaper alternative for heat and power. 

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Designed for both function and beauty, this leisure site does not just boast of a 50-metre heated outdoor pool. Visitors to Gunyama Park can also expect to enjoy and appreciate the following facilities:

• 25m heated indoor program pool for swimming lessons
• Indoor leisure pool with a range of interactive toys, including water spraying devices and tipping buckets
• Heated hydrotherapy pool
• Health and fitness centre and covered outdoor yoga deck
• A crèche with indoor and outdoor play areas
• A full-size outdoor synthetic multipurpose sports playfield
• A fully equipped gymnasium and outdoor training circuit
• An outdoor playground and boardwalk
• Plants and landscaping inspired by the area’s Indigenous heritage
• Bangala, a new public artwork by Aunty Julie Freeman (Eora/Yuin) with Jonathan Jones (Wiradjuri/Kamilaroi)

“Not just for fitness fanatics, this is a place for all people to enjoy the centre in different ways – even if it’s simply reading the paper in the sun and enjoying the occasional dip,” Andrew Burges of Andrew Burges Architects said. His team collaborated with Grimshaw and TCL and CPB Contractors to complete this massive aquatic park. 

Gunyama Park Aquatic and Recreation Centre is open for a 360 membership. To learn more, including its operating hours, visit the official site. 

“Super excited that this place has finally opened up! Excellent facilities! From the sports field, circuit, pools, spa, kids areas, cafe and the gym upstairs – simply superb. Looking forward to many days spent here. Parking may not be the easiest around here though. It’s all metered for 2 hours from 8am-10pm. Although, there’s plenty of buses around and a short 5min walk from Green Square station.”

Hayley Espanol

“A much needed and spectacular new addition to the neighborhood. 2 x pools, a kids splash zone, hydrotherapy pool, gym and full size sports field. Plus a great cafe.”

Steven Guy

“Beautiful new aquatic leisure center. Great facilities and plenty of fun activities for kids. Very limited 2 hour ticket parking. Best accessed by public transport, bicycle or walking” 

Trevor Lawrie

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