National Aquatic Centre Competition Pools
Pool Visitor Information
The National Aquatic Centre is one of the world’s largest indoor water centres.
It comprises of:
- A 10-lane 50-metre x 25-metre international-standard swimming pool with two moveable floors which will allow it to be reconfigured for other uses.
- A 25-metre international standard diving pool/warm-up pool.
- Seating for 2,500 spectators; Extensive leisure waters (AquaZone) including adventure water rides, with children’s play pool and wave pool.
- A fitness centre.
- Café and Reception Area.
To view our terms and conditions click here.
Swimming Pool
At the heart of the Sport Ireland National Aquatic Centre are the international Competition Pools designed to cater for international standard Swimming, Diving and Water Polo.
The Competition Waters consists of:
- An international FINA standard 50m x 25m swimming pool with changeable depths and configurations. The pool can rapidly convert from a 50m configuration to three 25m pools catering at any one time for different activities.
- Seating for 2,500 spectators.
- European standard timing system, drug testing, marshaling and scoring facilities.
Diving Pool
The Sport Ireland National Aquatic Centre Diving Pool is an international FINA standard 25m x 16.5m diving pool (5m deepest) with a floating floor which can change its depth. This pool facilities 1m, 3, 5m and 10m diving.
This pool is home to the Sport Ireland Campus Kids & Adults diving academies, kids camps and where Irelands top divers training and compete.
Events/Pool Availability
We want to make you aware of changes in our pool format on the following dates due to gala events.
Our Bank Holiday opening hours & lane formats are available to view under the Opening Times link below.
| Date | Day | Note: | Times Pool is Available for Member & Public Use | Change in Format |
| 13/12/2024 | Friday | 25m format in Pool A only. Pool is only available during the following times: |
6am-7.30am 1.30pm-3pm 8.30pm-10pm |
25m Lanes only (Pool A) |
| 14/12/2024 | Saturday | 25m format in Pool A only. Pool is only available during the following times: | 2pm-3.30pm | 25m Lanes only (Pool A) |
| 15/12/2024 | Sunday | 25m format in Pool A only. Pool is only available during the following times: | 1.30pm-3.30pm | 25m Lanes only (Pool A) |
Check out the live Family Swim/Shallow Water Swim timetable here
Opening Times
The Sport Ireland National Aquatic Centre is open every weekday from 06:00-22:00. At weekends and bank holidays, the facility is open between 08:00-20:00. Prior to arrival please check our events/pool availability timetable above.
Below are our normal Format and Opening Hours outside of the above dates:
| Times | Pool Format |
|---|---|
| 06:00-09:30 | 50 Metres |
| 09:30-10:00 | Closed for Changeover |
| 10:00-22:00 | 25 Metres |
| Peak Times | 5pm – 9pm |
| Times | Pool Format |
|---|---|
| 06:00-19:00 | 50 metres |
| 19:00-19:30 | Closed for Changeover |
| 19:30-22:00 | 25 metres |
| Peak Times | 5pm – 9pm |
| Times | Pool Format |
|---|---|
| 06:00-09:30 | 50 Metres |
| 09:30-10:00 | Closed for Changeover |
| 10:00-22:00 | 25 Metres |
| Peak Times | 4pm – 8pm |
| Times | Pool Format |
|---|---|
| 06:00-09:30 | 50 Metres |
| 09:30-10:00 | Closed for Changeover |
| 10:00-22:00 | 25 Metres |
| Peak Times |
6am – 7am 5pm – 9pm |
| Times | Pool Format |
|---|---|
| 06:00-09:30 | 50 Metres |
| 09:30-10:00 | Closed for Changeover |
| 10:00-22:00 | 25 Metres |
| Peak Times |
7.30am – 9am 5pm – 9pm |
| Times | Pool Format |
|---|---|
| 08:00-10:00 | 50 Metre |
| 10:00-10:30 | Closed for Changeover |
| 10:30-15:30 | 25 Metre |
| 15:30-16:00 | Closed for Changeover |
| 16:00-20:00 | 50 Metre |
| Peak Times | 4pm – 6pm |
Bank Holidays
| 08:00-09:30 | Long Course 50 Metre |
| 10:00 - 20:00 | Short Course 25 Metre |
Shallow Water/Family Swim Availability
Please click here to view our live Shallow Water/Family Swim Timetable.
Reduced pool depth for those who are not confident swimmers or require the use of the lanes for rehab purposes. (Please note, AquaZone is a separate pool)
*Prior to arrival check events/pool availability timetable above.
Memberships/Prices
Membership Details can be found by clicking here.
*Open Diving Sessions are cancelled on Friday, 26th of April & Saturday, 27th of April*
| Times | Adults | Children | Student | Senior | 3 & Under | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
06:00-09:30 12:00- 22:00 |
€8 | €5.50 | €5.50 | €6.50 | Free | |
|
Off-Peak 10:00-12:00 |
€6.50 | €4.50 | €4.50 | €5.50 | Free |
| Times | Adults | Children | Student | Senior | 3 & Under |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Day | €8 | €5.50 | €5.50 | €6.50 | Free |
- Child age 4-17 years old
- Student 18+ with valid student ID
Please note: We are a cashless purchase facility so any purchase over the counter will need to be by card.
Pool Water Hygiene
Check out important recommendations from the Pool Water Treatment Advisory Group on the link below as a reminder to all our visitors at the Sport Ireland National Aquatic Centre. Pool water is carefully treated to keep you healthy. But even the best-kept pool needs your help so as not to introduce dirt and spread germs. If you’re clean when you go in, less disinfectant is needed – and the water is nicer as well as safe.
