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Temporary closure for facility improvements from Friday 28 May 2021, reopening early November.The improvements to be undertaken include resurfacing of the wave pool and program pool flooring, removal of existing carbon filters in the pool and replacing them with a more contemporary UV filtration system, installation of a new hoist in the program pool and refurbishment of the reception foyer area. All memberships and direct debit payments will be automatically suspended for our valued pool and gym members as of 8.30pm on Friday 28 May 2021 and will recommence upon reopening. Direct debit payments are scheduled to recommence on opening.We thank you for your patience and understanding and look forward to welcoming you back in November.For enquiries and membership options, please phone 4688 6330 or email aquaticandfitness@tr.qld.gov.au.
The Milne Bay Aquatic & Fitness Centre has a range of activities and classes available in the pool and at the gym. See the blue sliders below for more information.
Price list MBAC (PDF for print)
Entire listing of fees and charges - all charges for Milne Bay Aquatic & Fitness Centre.
Pool fees - pool fees only.
Full membership fees - covers access to the pool and gym at Milne Bay Aquatic & Fitness Centre (and Highfields Fitness & Recreation Centre).
Contact us via phone on 4688 6330. You can stay up-to-date with the latest news via the centre's Facebook page or Instagram account.
Milne Bay Aquatic & Fitness Centre is located on the corner of Herries and Victoria Streets, Toowoomba. View Google map.
Monday - Friday 5.30am - 8.30pmSaturday: 7am - 5pmSunday 7am - 12pmPublic holidays: as advertised
Open for the Summer season from Monday 14 September, 2020.Monday - Friday: 5.30am - 8.30pm*Saturday: 7am - 5pm*Sunday: 7am - 5pm*
*Please note, outdoor pool will close up to 30 minutes before centre closes, to enable us to roll out the pool covers.
Public holidays: as advertised
Monday - Friday: 5.30am - 8.30pmSaturday: 7am - 5pmSunday: 7am - 5pm
Monday - Friday: 5.30am - 8.30pm Saturday: 7am - 5pmSunday: 7am -5pmPublic holidays: as advertised
Saturday - Sunday: 12pm to 4pmPublic holidays: as advertisedMonday - Friday (school holidays): 12pm - 4pm(Age restrictions apply on the inflatables)
The Milne Bay Aquatic and Fitness Centre participates in the Royal Life Saving Society of Australia's KEEP WATCH Program. Our qualified lifeguards manage and supervise aquatic activities to ensure maximum safety and fun. However, children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or over, or by the legal parent or guardian of the child, at all times during their stay in the aquatic area. For 0–5 year olds and non-swimmers, a high visibility wristband will be worn as a means of identification, a parent or guardian needs to be in the water at all times and within arms' reach of the child. Please remember your children are your responsibility.
The swimwear policy across our pools is based on guidelines from the Royal Lifesaving Society of Australia (RLSSA) and from QLD Health. The RLSSA Guideline for Safe Pool Operation makes references to appropriate swimwear in public pools.
Adequate and hygienic recognised swimwear made from lycra and nylon must be worn at all times in the water. Infants are required to wear only recognised waterproof aqua nappies plus tight leg swimwear.
While we are committed to sun-safe practices, rash shirts are the recognised swimwear and not cotton tee shirts.
If you do not wear the appropriate swimwear you will be asked to leave the water.
Inappropriate swimwear includes and is not limited to:
Membership fees can be found by viewing the Milne Bay Aquatic and Fitness Centre fees and charges.
An aquatic membership gives you unlimited access to the aquatic area for the term of your membership. This includes swim, spa, sauna and aqua exercise programs.
Includes reciprocal rights to Highfields Fitness and Recreation centre.
Equipment available:
Please remember you must have a towel at all times - no towel, no workout.
A list of available classes can be found below in the blue slider titled 'Regular classes'.
As part of our gym membership, we offer a face-to-face program which comprises one 30-minute session each week, for a total of five weeks with trainers, who provide free weigh-ins, measurements and training programs every 6-8 weeks and free skin-folds for members.
For the convenience of patrons, the Milne Bay Aquatic and Fitness Centre has parking available on-site, with extra car parking spaces available for patrons in the Water Street car park across the road.
Group fitness timetable MBAC (for print)
8.15am Aqua
9.15am Aqua (Deep)
9.15am Pilates
10.15am Tai Chi/Qigong
5.30pm Les Mills Body Pump
6am Bootcamp
9.15am Vets
10am Strong
5.30pm Strength & Strengthen
9.15am Aqua
9.15am Les Mills Body Pump
6.15pm Aqua
9.15am Zumba Gold
10.15am Steady Steps
5.30pm Yoga
8.15 Aqua
9.15am Vets (Aqua)
Saturday
7.30am Aqua
10am Yoga
All classes are subject to change due to participation numbers.
Bootcamp: Bootcamp is a team based program combining old and new school training techniques to keep you engaged and motivated.
Les Mills Body Pump: Weight based class, choreographed to music designed to burn high amounts of calories as well as improving overall strength.
Pilates: Pilates offers a low impact exercise method through the means of flexibility, muscular endurance and strengthening movements with an emphasis on postural alignment, core strength and muscular balance. .
Yoga/Stretch: This class will challenge you to work on any imbalances you may have. It aims to strengthen weak muscles, and lengthen tight ones, whilst simultaneously improving balance and focus.
Vets only: A series of activities designed for our veterans to enjoy together. For veterans only.
Steady Steps: The low impact exercises in this class are designed to improve muscle strength, balance, flexibility, coordination, and confidence for those who are older, or have injuries / joint problems that restrict normal movement.
Strength: A full body strength class that utilises barbells and dumbbells to complete a number of compound movements.
Zumba Gold: A modified Zumba Fitness class to suit older adults or beginners that brings all the fun and benefits of the traditional Zumba class at a lower intensity.
Aqua Fit: Bringing bootcamp into the pool. A combination of water resistance and equipment based exercises injected into a high energy circuit will have you torching calories and toning muscles you weren’t sure you had in a delightfully refreshing way.
Remember to wear clothes that are comfortable and either aerobic or cross-training shoes. Please bring a towel and water bottle. Drink plenty of water and arrive 10 minutes before the start of the class to ensure you are properly warmed up for the class. Always inform the instructor before class begins if you are new to the type of class or have any health problems or concerns.
Whether you want to learn to swim, need some help with stroke correction, or are after some private lessons, we offer adult swimming lessons for all levels at Milne Bay Aquatic and Fitness Centre.
Beginners, stroke correction and development (1 instructor to 4 adults per class).
Stroke correction and development, endurance and speed.
Milne Bay now has an InBody composition analysis machine which can provide a detailed description and print out of skeletal muscle mass, body fat in kilograms, total body fat percentage, visceral fat, total body water, segmental muscle and fat analysis, bone mineral content and also basal metabolic rate. The scan only takes 15-20 minutes and is completed fully clothed.
This can help in monitoring fitness goals, weight loss, and weight gain.
Please contact staff at the centre on 4688 6330 or send us an email to book an appointment for your scan.
Our swimming programs range from infants (6 months), through to learn-to-swim, development, adult learn-to-swim and swimfit programs. Participants are supported to progress steadily at their own pace. Terms and conditions for Waves Swim School can be found on our 'Learn to swim' page.
Cost: $14 for the first child per lesson, $13 for the second child and $12 for three or more children in the same family.
Times: Program and lesson times vary according to level of ability. Please confirm the day and time of lessons with staff at time of enrolment.
Bookings: Simply fill in the Pools - Waves Swim School application form (online).
Participants will be assessed by staff to find the most suitable level.
The Waves Swim School aquatic education program is registered with Swim Australia. Our programs are run from three pools, with the indoor program pool, heated to 34 degrees, the indoor 25-metre pool heated to 29 degrees, and the 50 metre outdoor pool heated to 27 degrees. The air temperature is controlled and all of our pools are ozone-treated for the highest possible water quality. The 25 metre pool and the 50 metre pool both have solar heating.
Classes are run in the mornings and are a fun water-based confidence and familiarisation class using toys and songs to encourage your baby to become familiar and confident in the water.
Our disability water safety program aims to teach people with specialised needs to become more water aware, to be safe in and near water and develop swimming skills.
Whether you want to learn to swim, need help with technique or would like private lessons, we offer adult swimming lessons for all levels.
For one week each term, Milne Bay Aquatic and Fitness Centre runs a 'safety week' when children take part in activities designed to teach them how to keep safe in aquatic environments. During this week children participate in circuits that involve wearing personal floating devices (life vests), using various flotation aids like balls and eskys, basic rescues using clothing and towels, treading water and swimming through currents and more.
Love swimming, but feeling a little bit unmotivated? We have the perfect class for you!
Adult SwimFit classes have been designed to help push your limits, improve stroke correction and development while you enjoy a fun, friendly and professionally instructed group environment. Whether you're looking to improve your swimming skills and speed or just looking to get your general fitness back up and swimming, this is the perfect group for you!
Cost: $10 (casual) per session or you can purchase a ten-session pack for $80.
Bookings: Bookings are essential. Call us on 4688 6330 or email if you require any further information.
There are many benefits to hydrotherapy. It can decrease pain and swelling, increase function, strength, and range of movement. The hydrotherapy pool water temperature is maintained between 33 degrees and 34.5 degrees. It has been shown to improve mood and sleep in some, fitness and weight loss in others. The hydrotherapy pool at Milne Bay is a unique service and users must gain a referral letter from their doctor.
Specific times are allocated to groups to accommodate the high need. Please see the hydrotherapy pool timetable. If you have any questions please email or contact us on 4688 6330.
Hydrotherapy pool timetable
The creche is open from 9am to 11am Monday to Friday and is available for your child/children to play in a safe and friendly environment while fully supervised by qualified staff. Bookings are essential as places are limited. Contact Milne Bay Aquatic Centre on 4688 6330 for more information or to book. Creche fees can be found in the Milne Bay Aquatic and Fitness Centre fees and charges.
The creche is closed public holidays and for two weeks over Christmas.
Our current programs and events have been cancelled or postponed as from close of business 23 March 2020 until further notice.
Parties cost $16.50 per child.
For availability, additional information and bookings please call us on 4688 6330.
Current programs and events will be cancelled or postponed from midday 23 March 2020.
Milne Bay Aquatic and Fitness Centre can provide a range of exercise options for your school, club or group including dedicated lanes, to a casual group session using one or both of our leisure pools. Our most popular options are our end-of-year celebration options, school excursion groups, casual group entry and children's parties.
Our end-of-year celebration activity involves a two-hour session of aqua fun and action dedicated only to school groups during November and December each year. Students can enjoy a range of activities including swimming in the outdoor 50-metre pool and wrestling the giant inflatable, all whilst being supervised by our qualified Lifeguards. The program is suitable for years 3 - 12, for students with competent swimming abilities. The minimum group size is 25.
Included in these activity options are:
1. To book, simply fill in the Pools - School end of year and fun program booking form Milne Bay Aquatic and Fitness Centre (online).
2. Read the Milne Bay Aquatic Centre - Risk assessment for school excursions.
The other option for your school group or club is for general entry to the aqua area, where they can explore the options and create their own fun. The pools are open until 9pm every weeknight, to suit any group. To book a casual group entry contact the centre on 4688 6330 or email us
Before booking, the following information needs to be read. A PDF print version is available here: Pools - School end of year and fun program venue and safety handbook.
The following teacher supervision ratios are required for students/schools when visiting Milne Bay Aquatic and Fitness Centre.
There are exceptions to this ratio in the case of:
The lifeguard supervision ratio is adjusted according to the standard of behaviour and standard of swimming displayed by the students. Normal operating procedure ratios are approximate:
The maximum capacity of visitors to MBAC when schools are attending is 600.
Student and staff are advised to bring the minimum following personal items whilst visiting MBAC (see our swimwear policy information below).
All lifeguards have successfully achieved Queensland Royal Life Pool lifeguard qualification, CPR training, oxygen resuscitation and defibrillation training, bronze medallion and apply first aid certificates. Lifeguards hold blue cards as defined by the Commission for Children and Young People Act 1998 and have undergone a criminal check.
Milne Bay Aquatic and Fitness Centre has adopted the Royal Lifesaving Keep Watch Policy:
Active supervision at public pools consists of four key elements:
As a visitor to MBAC you must:
Clothing, other than swimwear, can create problems with water clarity, pool disinfectant, and our water filtration systems.
Approved swimwear and waterproof swim nappies are available from the MBAC Swim Shop. If you need extra coverage for modesty or sun protection, rash vests can be worn.
Unacceptable swimwear is not limited to the above list. If you wear unacceptable swimwear you will be asked to leave the water.
Milne Bay Aquatic and Fitness Centre is committed to providing a safe environment for staff and visitors utilising the facilities.
The first aid plan is to highlight and ensure there is sufficient coverage on the premises to respond to all first aid emergency issues for staff and visitors utilising the facilities. The first aid plan takes into consideration the operation carried out on the premises.
In the event of any injury or illness, all lifeguards at MBAC will provide immediate first aid response. The lifeguards will also assess what further medical assistance is required.
MBAC is located on the corner of Herries and Victoria Streets Toowoomba. The nearest ambulance is 200m diagonally across the other side of Herries Street and the nearest hospital is Toowoomba Base Hospital which is approximately 2 km from the centre.
Fully stocked first aid kits are readily accessible and located in the following areas
As well as the first aid kits, every lifeguard must wear a bum bag with essential first aid items. Inspection and replenishment of all first aid kits are undertaken as utilised and also on a weekly basis.
A fully equipped first aid room is available and is located near the hydrotherapy pool. The lifeguards are in charge of operating and maintaining the first aid room. Lifeguards are required to inspect, replenish, clean the first aid room, including all first aid kits, pocket resuscitation masks, defibrillator, oxygen equipment and all rescue equipment in the centre on a daily and weekly basis. The first aid room is well lit, ventilated and maintained. Maintenance of the first aid room is conducted on a weekly basis with a checklist outlining the procedures. A checklist is also available for the weekly checking and restocking of first aid equipment.
Rescue equipment located in many areas of the centre includes:
One AED is located at the lifeguard console at the front of the Aquatic Centre, with provision for adults and children.
In the event of an evacuation of the centre, all patrons and swimmers must obey the commands of the chief fire warden and the lifeguards. The muster point is on the corner of Herries and Victoria Streets on the grass area. The first aid officer and lifeguards are responsible for providing primary care to any personnel suffering from injuries prior to the arrival of the appropriate emergency service.
On becoming aware of an emergency, the first aid officer must:
All injuries will be documented by the lifeguards on a MBAC first aid injury form and also on a Council non-employee incident form. All forms are inspected, signed off by the manager and emailed to Council's safety department.
Milne Bay Aquatic and Fitness Centre is perfectly set up for swimming carnivals and swimming trials.
Several factors are considered prior to conducting major events. These include:
The following facilities are included for use:
Fees can be found in the Milne Bay Aquatic and Fitness Centre fees and charges. All swimmers/ competitors (and spectators/parents if requested) will be counted and an invoice will be issued upon confirmation of competitor numbers of carnival. Teachers and officials will not be charged.
The centre provides the following equipment for school carnival use:
No other equipment is available.
Permission to use any electrical equipment other than that supplied by the venue must be requested to centre management when submitting carnival application Any electrical equipment permitted must be safety tagged by a qualified electrician and approved by the centre management (as per the industry standard for use of electrical equipment).
The public address system is provided for marshalling and general announcement purposes. The busy carnival season at MBAC creates some hardship for businesses. Minimal use of the PA system assists in alleviating the distress of our neighbours.
The user group shall provide public liability insurance to the value of $10 000 000. The hirer must provide the centre with a copy of this insurance note when submitting the booking form.
The indoor facilities at MBAC are out of bounds and not included in the carnival booking. School entry and exit to the centre is via the double gates into Victoria Street. The teacher in charge is requested to ask at reception for the aquatics team leader, who will liaise with school staff throughout the carnival.
Students are not permitted to use or congregate indoors. This area is designated out of bounds. Students are restricted to outdoor facilities. It is anticipated that the school’s duty roster will make provision for the posting of teachers at each entry door to MBAC’s indoor facilities to supervise this restriction.
The outdoor area is closed to the general public up to an hour prior to the Carnival and up to an hour post carnival.
It is the responsibility of the school to ensure that all students are required to leave the centre at the completion of the carnival and exit via the side gates. Students may not be dismissed from school activities within the perimeter confines of the centre. This requirement includes students dismissed into a parent’s care. Students wishing to re-enter the centre will be required to pay the standard entry fee.
We realise that ‘out of school days’ create an atmosphere of excitement and freedom from the general daily routine. The behaviour and demeanour of students are expected to be respectful of the fact that MBAC is a community activity facility. Centre members, other school groups, parents with young children and older adults will be using the centre at the same time as the school. Students are expected to observe and abide by the safety rules and restrictions in place.
School staff will be required for a variety of roles throughout the day. These will include:
A roster of duty teachers to ensure restricted areas are maintained and safety guidelines are observed. A duty roster should include:
A minimum of two school staff members will be required for marshalling duties for all events. The area adjacent to the pool concourse (at the deep end) is reserved for marshalling.
All swimmers/ competitors must wear appropriate swimming attire; this includes nylon, lycra materials and excludes cotton, denim, and polyester. A swimmer/ competitor found not wearing appropriate swimwear will be asked to exit the water. Crepe paper and or body paint are NOT to be brought into the centre.
Under NO circumstances is ‘free swimming’, ‘free pool play’ or recreational swimming permitted. The facility is hired for the specific purpose of conducting competitive swimming events where the maximum number of students in the pool at any one time is 8. Free swimming, free playtime or recreational swimming is unstructured and difficult to supervise in a hazardous environment and is deemed detrimental to safe risk management strategies.
Full cooperation with this policy is anticipated. A failure to cooperate may result in the school being asked to cease all activity or result in restrictions being placed on the day’s events
The cafe at MBAC offers a range of food and refreshments to teachers and students. When placing your booking please advise if students will be permitted to purchase from the Cafe. This will enable the café coordinator to roster extra staff for your event.
The sale of food by the school is strictly prohibited. Prior approval for fundraising activities such as raffles, sausage sizzles and display of advertising materials must be gained at the time of booking.
Ample rubbish bins will be in place during the busy carnival season. The grounds and facilities at MBAC will be clean and ready for use. We request that schools take time prior to departure to ensure all litter and rubbish is placed in the bins provided.
Any damage to any part of the centre by any person belonging to the user group will be the responsibility of the user group. If at any time the centre is left in a damaged condition then the user group will be responsible for the payment of a repairers charge. This fee is payable within 7 working days of the issue of the invoice.
Incidents and or hazards that occur within the hired facility must be reported to management as soon as practicable on the day by either the hirer or user. MBAC will provide the necessary forms.
Alcohol is not permitted within or on any of the facility or with the grounds of MBAC.
The evacuation alarm sound is 'whoop, whoop, whoop'.
Upon the sounding of the evacuation, or upon the direction or wardens, all personnel within the building will be required to:
Current programs and events have been cancelled or postponed from midday 23 March 2020.
Milne Bay has two exciting blowup obstacle courses for children to enjoy that run over the weekends and on school holidays from 12pm to 4pm. Climb, crawl, race and finish with a splash!
Have fun on either:
The inflatable course that operates is dependent on the age group of the patrons. This may change throughout the day. The operation is also dependent on weather conditions and lifeguard availability.
Milne Bay Aquatic and Fitness Centre now offers aqua bikes for hire. Use the bike to split your workout without getting out of the pool. Get creative, swim, walk, cycle, tread water and cycle again. This rigorous cardio workout burns calories using the resistance of the water, whilst being gentle on joints.
Bike hire is only $5 per 30 minute session. Bring a few friends and create your own training session.
To book call the centre on 4688 6330.
The Pro shop is currently CLOSED.
