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Nanaimo Aquatic Centre

The Nanaimo Aquatic Centre is home to one of the largest wave pools in western Canada and is one of Vancouver Island's busiest 50 metre pools. NAC, as it is commonly referred to, is a great destination for all ages and a fun place for families looking for an active outing together. NAC is located within the Larry McNabb Sports Zone near the campus of Vancouver Island University. The NAC is also the site of one of the city's public weight rooms and includes an impressive collection of fitness equipment.

Interested in booking a room at the Nanaimo Aquatic Centre?

Select one of our available rooms below

Jack Little Room A â–¼

Description

This room is often used for birthday parties, workshops, meetings and fitness classes.

The centre is also home to one of the city's public weight rooms and includes an extensive collection of fitness equipment.

Key Features

  • Free parking
  • Room at the pool
  • Sink
  • Swimming access
  • Washrooms
  • Chairs & tables
  • TV

Capacities

  • 30 people with tables and chairs
  • 50 people theatre-style seating

Room Dimensions

  • Floor area: 35' x 25'

Pricing

  • Private: $17.10/hour
  • Commercial: $19.00/hour

If you are a registered non-profit group, please let us know as you may be eligible for a discounted rate.

Contact

Krystal Cathcart – Aquatic Allocation Clerk
Phone: (250) 755-7573
krystal.cathcart@nanaimo.ca

Jack Little Room B â–¼

Description

This room is often used for birthday parties, workshops, meetings and fitness classes.

Key Features

  • Free parking
  • Room at the pool
  • Sink
  • Swimming access
  • Washrooms
  • TV
  • Chairs & tables

Capacities

  • 40 people with tables and chairs
  • 65 people theatre-style seating

Room Dimensions

  • Floor area: 35' x 35'

Pricing

  • Private: $17.10/hour
  • Commercial: $19.00/hour

Contact

Krystal Cathcart – Aquatic Allocation Clerk
Phone: (250) 755-7573
krystal.cathcart@nanaimo.ca

Facility Information

Nanaimo Aquatic Centre Facility Hours:
Monday: 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Thursday: 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Friday: 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Sunday: 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Amenities:

  • 50m length pool
  • Change rooms
  • Deck
  • Diving boards
  • Hot tub
  • Leisure pool
  • Moveable floor
  • Pace clock
  • Sauna
  • Showers
  • Slides
  • Starting blocks
  • Steam room
  • Swimming
  • Swimming equipment
  • Universal change rooms
  • Viewing area
  • Washrooms

Address:
741 Third St, Nanaimo

Last updated: June 8, 2026

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