We're turning 30!
Join us as we celebrate 3 decades of helping our community be happy, healthy and active with 30 days of free activities, culminating in our FREE Open Day on Saturday 14 December between 1pm - 4pm.
Outdoor Pools
Find out about opening hours and admission prices at all City of Ballarat outdoor pools.
Swimming Lessons
Dive into swimming lessons for children and adults and enjoy unlimited access to to our pools outside of lesson times.
Children's Centre
Affordable, quality childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 10 years weekdays from 8:45am to 12pm.
Sensory Quiet Time
Enjoy a calmer and quieter environment in centre each day between 3pm – 3:45pm.
Aqua Playgroup
Casual aqua play classes for babies 8 weeks to 8 months.
Gymnastics Lessons
Roll, Jump, Swing, Flip, or Twist your way into our gymnastics program for children aged 4 to 16 years!
Group Fitness For All
BALC offers group fitness classes to suit all levels of fitness and experience.
Become a Member
Buy your BALC Membership online today! No joining fees and no lock in contracts - we have a membership to suit everybody!

BALC is a Centre for everyone. All ages, all stages. 

The Ballarat Aquatic & Lifestyle Centre is here for you. Whether it’s training, rehabilitation or leisurely play, our facilities will suit your needs.

With small group and personal training options, plus a variety of group fitness classes and equipment in the Health Club, there are plenty of options to keep you moving!

Skill development is vital to life.  Regardless of age and ability, our gymnastics and swimming lessons will help you achieve your goals.

MEMBERSHIPS

Join online today! 

Click below to find out more about our great range of membership options to suit every age and every stage.  

Facilities include

  • 25m Pool
  • 50m Pool
  • Learn to Swim Pool
  • Warm water Multipurpose Pool
  • Spa
  • Steam Room
  • Health Club
  • Three group fitness studios
  • Creche Services
  • Gymnastics Hall
  • Café
  • Indoor Rock Wall