City of Melbourne is redeveloping Kensington Community Aquatic and Recreation Centre – providing Kensington with a brand new, modern recreation experience that puts community first.
After two rounds of community consultation, construction kicked off in 2022 and the new centre is expected to open in mid-2025.
The centre will feature a fully accessible indoor pool, dedicated learn-to-swim pool and children’s water play area, plus a huge gym with top-notch equipment and 24-hour access. There’ll also be three multipurpose sports courts, group fitness spaces, a Changing Places facility, accessible change rooms and a café.
The building operates through environmentally friendly innovations, maximising renewable energy through rooftop solar and re-using energy.
To stay up to date with the latest construction information about the project, please visit the City of Melbourne website.
Current Kensington Health and wellness members
As a member, you currently have reciprocal access to other City of Melbourne centres, including North Melbourne Recreation Centre, Carlton Baths and Melbourne City Baths. We’re continuing our group fitness classes and gym at North Melbourne Community Centre for the duration of the redevelopment.
View your alternative options and where they are located
North Melbourne Community Centre
Members also have the option to only attend North Melbourne Community Centre at a reduced cost of $19.40 per fortnight. This option will allow you to access the gym and group fitness classes at North Melbourne Community Centre.
Tennis Members
The tennis courts located on Speakman Street in Kensington will be available throughout the redevelopment once restrictions ease. You can book sessions or hire the courts via our website.
For more information on other physical and mental wellbeing activities offered in the City of Melbourne visit the Active Melbourne page.