Des Renford

The centre was named in honour of the late Des Renford MBE, a renowned Australian marathon swimmer. Des Renford's 19 crossings of the English Channel from 19 attempts stands as an epic achievement in Australian sport.

Des Renford spent many hours at the centre. He generously donated his time to both the Special Olympics group and to his beloved Coffee Club. Des formed the Coffee Club to give people of all swimming abilities the opportunity to swim and share a cup of coffee together.

Both of these groups still operate within the centre and new members are warmly welcomed.

The Des Renford Aquatic Centre is situated in Heffron Park at Maroubra, corner Jersey Road and Robey Street. The wide range of facilities include:

• 25 metre indoor heated competition pool
• 50 metre outdoor heated Olympic pool
• 25 metre indoor program/training pool
• Outdoor heated wading pool
• Outdoor heated toddlers pool
• Kiosk/cafe
• Ample car parking
• Spacious lawn, BBQ and shade areas.

Telephone: 02 9349 1106
Facsimile:   02 9344 9749

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Opening hours
Admission prices
Programs
Hiring

Opening hours

Outdoor pools close between late April and early October each year.

Admission prices

*Centrelink pension card must be produced for concession

Programs

• Aquaerobic classes
• Learn-to-swim program (babies to adults)
• Squad training program
• Adult and junior casual fitness lap training sessions
• Des Renford Coffee Club
• Personal training
• Over 50s dry land fitness
• Camp Combat
• Children's fitness program

Hiring

Facilities are available for hire. Please contact the centre for further information.

Telephone: 02 9349 1106
Facsimile:   02 9344 9749