The refurbished Thebarton Aquatic Centre has now reopened to the public – with an inclusive new feature.
The Centre has undergone an extensive $8.7 million refurbishment that has delivered a new inclusive ramp into the main pool. The refurbishment also included refreshed pools, a reconstructed concourse around the edge of the pools with a new wet deck for the 25 metre pool, slip resistant tiles, improved drainage, new walls, fresh paint and a new roof.
Additionally, the change rooms have been rebuilt and now provide 50 per cent more toilets and showers than were previously available.
A new lifeguard office and first aid room will provide a direct view and access to the pool deck.
The refurbishment also includes two new multipurpose areas able to be used for presentations. They will be available as learning and function spaces with students from the adjacent Thebarton Senior College and the Department for Education’s Water Safety program also able to use the space for teaching and learning water safety skills.
The Centre will now be operated by YMCA South Australia.