Sportoase (with kids)
How Kids-Friendly is Sportoase?
What makes it 88% Kids-Friendly: Wave pool, spray park, four slides and mermaid school keep ages 3-12 busy; child pricing is fair, lifeguards watch carefully, and large family cabins ease changing.
Positives:
- Safe shallow zones: Separate toddler area lets younger kids play safely under supervision.
- Year-round comfort: Indoor, heated pools work even on cold or rainy days.
Challenges:
- Weekends get busy: High attendance can mean longer waits for slides and lockers.
- Locker deposit: You need a €2 coin per locker; the coin is refunded when you return the key.
What is Sportoase?
- A network of sports and wellness complexes in Antwerp combining aquatic, fitness, sauna, and ice-skating facilities
- Two flagship sites—Groot Schijn in Deurne and Veldstraat in the city center—each equipped with Olympic-length pools, cardio and strength studios, and group-class halls
- Contemporary architecture and functional design united under one roof to support competitive training, group programs, and wellness services
What is so special about Sportoase for with kids?
- Indoor wave pool and slides for multiple age groups
- Dedicated toddler zone for safe water play
- Unique mermaid classes and structured swim lessons
- Climate-controlled environment keeps everyone comfortable
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: 2-3 hours is enough to try the wave pool, slides, and a snack break without tiring young kids.
Kids-Friendly Activities in Sportoase
Fun‐zone at Groot Schijn:
Splash in the wave pool, spray park and toddler area. Brave four slides from tube rides to looping thrills.
Tip: Head here first to avoid crowds and remind kids to wear water shoes.
Mermaid School:
Learn fin swimming in a safe class for ages 8 and up. Kids get a real mermaid tail to practice.
Tip: Book at reception early; classes fill up fast on weekends.
Kids Swimming School:
Structured weekly lessons with small groups and diploma rewards.
Tip: Buy a kennismakingskaart for the trial cycle and pick a consistent time slot each week.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Sportoase
- Buy tickets online: Skip the entry line by purchasing recreational tickets on Sportoase’s website.
- Bring water shoes: Slip-resistant shoes help kids walk safely on wet surfaces.
- Arrive early: Get there before 10am on weekdays to enjoy quieter pools and slides.
Reviews of Sportoase
Meghi Dibra
Wonderful and beautiful Art Deco bath house! There is also a swimming pool and hammam. Last but not least you will be in the very good and kind hands of the staff. Especially Wali, greeting you with a big smile each and every time.
Lucy Cross
This was amazing - €15 for 2.5 hours in the badenhuis with multiple different spa pools, and the small swimming pool was perfect for some laid back swimming, and very refreshing - the perfect temperature! Everything seemed perfectly clean, and there were very good showers - would absolutely recommend!
Shawlin lin
Very outdated place and small. staff is nice but I wish I was told more about how it works. So you must take your shoes off before entering the lockers and you walk all this wet path by the pool and open showers, women and men mix, pool was very crowded when I came (4pm) and I was shocked that if I want to swim I needed to share a line with 2 or 3 people. The wellness area feels and smells not cle...
St. Aäron
Good swimming pool with a nice length of 33m instead of the usual 25m. Beautiful building as well. Gets very crowded around 18h with clubs coming to train, so come early if you can and want to do some proper lengths in relative peace.
Geert Loosveld
This sublime Art Deco 1933 indoor swimming pool 33m annex public baths by Ir Algoet & E Van Averbeke is the first to be built in the Antwerp region. The glassworks are great and details are respectfully restored. Open to public & schools for swimming & (private) bathing only. Democratic prices. Warm welcoming staff. Not to be confused with the event location/brasserie in the same building
When is the best time to visit Sportoase (Antwerp, Belgium)?
All pools and slides are indoors and open year-round. Visit weekday mornings to avoid peak crowds during school holidays.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Adult recreational ticket (per person) | EUR 13.7 |
| Child recreational ticket (per person) | EUR 6.9 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 41.2 |
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: Veldstraat 83, 2060 Antwerpen, Belgium
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