Kensington Community Aquatic and Recreation Centre

Name: Kensington Community Aquatic and Recreation Centre
Address: 99 Altona Street, Kensington, Victoria, 3031, AU
Telephone: (03) 9376 1633
Price range: $5.40-$21.50

📍 Kensington, VIC

★4.0(306 Google reviews)💰$5.40-$21.50👶6 months+

Brand-new aquatic and recreation facility in Kensington with a lap pool, learn-to-swim pool, warm-water program pool, gym, group fitness, six multi-purpose courts, and childcare.

✓ Pool closures unannounced✓ Billing disputes✓ Inconsistent staff✓ Good sports courts✓ New facilities

🏆 Family Action Verdict

A well-resourced facility that has not resolved its opening-period operational problems. Families who pay casual entry and find the children's area closed without warning, or members charged without clear authorisation, will have a frustrating visit.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Call ahead to confirm the children's pool is open before paying admission — unannounced closures have been reported

⏰Read all membership terms carefully before signing — some early members report unexpected charges

🎟️Cafe options have been sparse at times — bring snacks for younger children as a backup

🚗The basketball courts are well-equipped and popular with visiting sports groups

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Overview

Kensington Community Aquatic and Recreation Centre opened late 2025 as a $70m facility anchored by a 25m lap pool, warm-water program pool, children's pool, and six multi-purpose sports courts. A gym, group fitness studio, childcare, and women's-only swim sessions round out the offer. Reviewers on early memberships report the children's pool closing unannounced, 24-hour gym access not live as of opening, and billing disputes where charges appeared without confirmed payment authorisation.