Sandwell Aquatics Centre

World-Class Fitness, Right Here in Sandwell.

Home to the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, Sandwell Aquatics Centre offers elite-level facilities for everyone. Train in style with Pulse Fitness cardio and strength machines, including plate-loaded stations, Speedflex, and inclusive equipment.

Our gym includes a full free weights area, Olympic-standard benches, Freemotion incline trainers, and Concept 2 Ski Ergs. This is next-level fitness, with something for all abilities. 

Enjoy a full timetable of Les Mills classes, Spin, HIIT, yoga and more, or make a splash in our 50m Olympic-sized pool and specialist diving pool. Whether you’re swimming, lifting or stretching it out in class, this is a fitness experience like no other.

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50 Metre

Olympic-size swimming pool

10 Metre

Competitive dive tower

25 Metre

Dive pool

1,000
Spectator Seats

for competitive meets

Facilities

The centre also boasts the following facility mix:

  • A community swimming pool
  • Three 150sqm activity studios
  • Two 4-court sports halls
  • 108-station gym
  • 25-station ladies-only gym
  • Indoor cycling studio
  • Changing village for up to 800
  • Lockers (refundable £1 coin)
  • Dry diving centre with mini floor trampolines
  • Sauna/steam room
  • New football pitch and changing facilities
  • New urban park and children's play area
  • Parking for up to 300 vehicles
  • Café

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  • ONE Card

    Unlimited gym, fitness classes and swimming

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Pool layouts

Click each pool below to view the layout, including information about sizes, lanes and steps.

Variable 1
Steps
Steps
12.5 x 25m
Variable 2
Steps
12.5 x 25m
Fixed main pool 10 x lanes
Steps
Steps
25 x 25m

Competition Pool 10x lanes

Steps
Steps
Steps
Steps
Steps
50 x 25m
Studio Pool
Steps
20 x 10m

Centre Information

Contact Details

Londonderry Lane, Smethwick, West Midlands B67 7EW

Call: 0300 012 0121

For questions about membership, classes and swimming lessons:
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For enquiries about bookings, events, feedback or other general enquiries, email SACinfo@slt-leisure.co.uk

Opening Times

Monday - Friday: 06:30 - 22:00
Saturday - Sunday: 07:00 - 16:00

Gym Opening Times
Monday - Friday: 06:30 - 21:45
Saturday - Sunday: 07:00 - 15:45

U16 Access to Gym 
Monday - Friday: 16:00 - 18:00
Saturday - Sunday: 07:00 - 13:00

Please check the timetable for activity times.

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Disabled Access Disabled Access

Our staff are here to support all users of this facility; please let us know if you need help. The centre includes the following facilities:

  • Disabled parking and drop off points close to main entrance.
  • Lift facility to first floor for gym and dance studio.
  • Disabled toilets and changing areas, the centre is also a Changing Places facility.
  • Pool pods, Pool hoist, handrails and steps for easy access to swimming pools.
  • Graduated steps in variables 1 and 2 of Competition Pool. 
  • Hearing loop facility.
  • Guide dogs are welcome.

Our timetables are available in large print and easy read. You can ask for these at reception.

Our gym staff and Sandwell Council's Adults Services staff will be glad to help during your visit.

Disabled Access Travel Information

You can access travel information and plan cycling, public transport and walking to the centre by using the Transport for West Midlands website.

The Transport for West Midlands website also has information on tickets, travel cards and concessionary travel.

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Latest News

31 March 2025

Sandwell Aquatics Centre – April Events & Member Update

Sandwell Aquatics Centre is set to host a range of exciting events this April, bringing together talent from across the region

Read more about Sandwell Aquatics Centre – April Events & Member Update

23 October 2024

October Half-Term Diving Sessions

View the latest Diving Sessions available during the 2024 October Half-Term

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8 October 2024

Special Olympics Swimmers Make Waves at Sandwell Aquatics Centre

Sandwell Aquatics Centre partner with Special Olympics Sandwell to offer swimming lessons.

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22 July 2024

Check-in using your smartphone!

At Sandwell Leisure Trust we are implementing a new smart panel entry system designed to make your visits to our centres more convenient and efficient than ever before!

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