What makes it 79% Baby-Friendly: Babies enter free and splash safely in shallow heated pools; crèche and aqua playgroup aid parents, but no stated nursing room means you may need to request a private spot.
Why 2–3 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Allows time for baby play, crèche break and café rest without rushing.
Toddler Pool & Splash Playground:
Zero-depth pool with small slides and tipping bucket.
Tip: Bring swim nappies and stay within arm’s reach.
Splish Splash Aqua Playgroup:
30-minute guided water play for babies 3–6 months.
Tip: Arrive early to secure your spot on Tuesday or Friday sessions.
Crèche Services:
Supervised play for babies 6 months to school age.
Tip: Book 3 days ahead via the Active World app; sessions fill up fast.
Infant GOswim Lessons:
Parent-accompanied water familiarisation from 6 months up.
Tip: Enrol early; weekly lessons include unlimited pool access.
Café Break:
Coffee and snacks at the on-site café lounge.
Tip: Grab a seat overlooking the pool while your baby rests.

MS
Very good place for entertainment, also classes were organized, though timing was not suitable with my schedule, we moved out of Canberra, but I would recommend this place with slides and entertainment and swimming classes.
Hilary Young
My first visit to this facility from Mid North Coast NSW. I really enjoyed my swim in spite of trepidation (unfamiliarity, difficulty with walking, unaccompanied). Assistance with directions given at reception desk. Toilet in entry foyer separate. Plenty of change room options and access, showers beside the pool to rinse off. Chairs to leave belongings in view. Entry to the 50m pool easy, and sha...
Astoria Markovic
Always a blast to come for a splash , they have a fun kids focused splash and swim area, and a little baby swim area. Strong shower heads also span the wall of the smaller swimming pool allowing for a relaxing spray while the kids swim. Would recommend.
Shirley Carandang
It's a great place to bring the family for a swim. The place is well kept, the water was clean. There were several lifeguards on duty. The kids' area was GREAT!
Yoyo
Stromlo is a well equipped facility, what lost stars for me is the bandaids, and food waste all around the place and in the pool. I did overhear some people commenting that it was the busiest they have ever seen it, but from other pools I have been to definitely a rude bunch of patrons while we were there. The other star loss was the showers, yes there was food on the floor here too but the shower...
All facilities are indoor and run year-round. Expect busier times during school holidays and weekends; visit mid-week for quieter lanes.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Adult casual pool entry (per adult) | AUD 9.2 |
| Crèche session (non-member) | AUD 12 |
| Coffee at café | AUD 5 |
| Total Estimated | AUD 26.2 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: Corner of Uriarra Road and, Dave McInnes Rd, ACT 2611, Australia
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