Swimming is one of the best exercises that not only strengthens the core muscles, but also helps tone the body. This is because apart from the muscles that are actively involved in the workout, the rest of the body also provides support against the water. Moreover, it helps beat the scorching summer heat. As most of the people do not have this kind of facility in the house, searching for some of the best swimming pools in Lahore can be cumbersome. You need to check whether the pool is properly cleaned and maintained or if the water is chlorinated or not. Let us take a look at some of the most popular swimming pools in Lahore.
Famous Swimming Pools in Lahore
- Samanabad Sports Complex
- Gold Spa and Fitness Club
- Avari Hotel Swimming Pool
- DHA Swimming Pool and Complex
- Pearl Continental Hotel
- Lahore Gymkhana
Samanabad Sports Complex
A huge sports complex, it offers swimming, table tennis, cricket, badminton and squash. It has one of the most famous swimming pools in Lahore as the pool has been used in various national level competitions.
It’s a nice swimming pool equipped with everything that is required for amateur- and professional-level swimming. It is equipped with neat and clean changing rooms, washrooms and water dispenser. Lifeguards are present from morning until night for the safety and security of swimmers.
Address: 86 Ghazali Rd, Samanabad Town, Lahore,
Contact: 042-33755000
Gold Spa and Fitness Club
The interiors of this swimming club in Lahore are one of its kind. It is a small club but has a royal touch to it with its ‘Turkish Hammam’, warm lights and exotic massages. The spa offers some of the best massages in Lahore. Besides, it has the best swimming pool facility in Lahore.
The water is clean and properly treated with enhanced filtration mechanisms. There are separate timings for kids, men and women. For adults, the fee is PKR 9,999. And for kids aged 5-12 years, you will have to pay PKR 7,999. The timings for kids are from 9AM to 12 PM. For women, classes are offered from 12 PM to 2 PM and for men, the timings of the pool are between 4 PM and 6 PM.
So, if you’re exploring swimming classes in Lahore, don’t forget to check out Gold Spa and Fitness Club.
Address: 3rd Floor, Mall of Lahore, Lahore
Contact: (042) 111 111 980
Avari Hotel Swimming Pool
We all love to take a dip in a cool swimming pool in summers, but at Avari Hotel Swimming Pool you get to enjoy the swimming experience in a temperature controlled system to make sure the water is just the right temperature. So you can enjoy swimming all year round.
At Avari Hotel, the gym is equipped with state of the art bikes, treadmills and elliptical trainers. You can also enjoy spa that offers steam bath and variety of massages for women and men and a temperature-controlled swimming pool. The Health Club also has a separate check in area, a secure locker space and a flat-screen television at the gymnasium that makes exercising a fun experience. Apart from this, there is a table tennis setup available as well as a 266m jogging track that helps keep you in shape and maintain fitness levels.
Address: 87 Mall Rd, Shahrah-e-Quaid-e-Azam, Lahore
Contact: (92-42) 3-6366366
DHA Swimming Pool and Complex
Living in DHA Lahore has its own perks and privileges. For instance, you get to enjoy sports facilities exclusively meant for residents of DHA Lahore. DHA Swimming Pool and Sports Complex offers a lavish pool at affordable rates. It has separate timings for men and women. The pool is 35 meters in length and its depth ranges from 3ft to 11 ft. According to Google reviews, people commend the swimming facilities provided by DHA Sports Complex. The water is clean and the staff is educated and friendly, guiding the novice swimmers in every way possible.
There is a separate pool for kids as well. The pool water is timely treated and cleaned through water filtration plants. Regular summer camps are held for kids, training them swimming skills.
Because of its popularity, people have to face rush hours, especially during the summers. It is important to mention that the facility is closed in winters.
For children belonging to the age group of 5-10 years, the registration fee is PKR 2,500 and the monthly fee is PKR 2, 875. For adults, the registration fees of DHA Swimming Pool Complex is PKR 5, 000 and monthly charges are PKR 5, 750. Special discounts are available for DHA employees. A medical fitness examination by DHA Medical Centre is mandatory before gaining admission in the sports complex.
Address: Defence Housing Authority, Sector ‘A’ Phase – VI, Lahore
Contact: 042-37175774
Pearl Continental Hotel
Hands down one of the most popular swimming pools in Lahore.
Pearl Continental Hotel Pool has a large area dedicated for swimming. People who choose to stay at this 5-star hotel enjoy world class amenities. There is a modern gymnasium, sauna, steam therapy and a number of relaxing massages right after you have had a refreshing dip at the swimming pool.
Address: Mall Rd, G.O.R. – I, Lahore, Punjab
Timings: All day
Contact: (042) 111 505 505
Lahore Gymkhana
Lahore Gymkhana has two swimming pools of 25 meter length. This swimming club in Lahore has different timings for women, men and families. Don’t worry if you are a newbie at swimming, you can quickly learn the skill, thanks to the availability of a coach at the pool. The pool water also has heating facility which makes the pool water suitable for a swim in winters as well. After you are done swimming you can break a sweat at the sauna bath facility to rejuvenate yourself.
One of the best places for swimming in Lahore, it is well-equipped with state of the art filtration and cleaning systems. There is a small gymnasium just next to the pool, for those who like to flex their muscles just before a refreshing swim.
For the convenience of swimmers, there is a snack bar as well that provides refreshments for swimmers at the poolside. Computerized record systems, a television and separate shower rooms are other attractive features of this swimming club in Lahore Gymkhana. This is an ideal swimming place in Lahore for those who want to take it as a profession. There are plenty of facilities that suit the needs of professional swimmers.
Timings: Men: 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM and 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Women: 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Families: 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Address: Upper Shahrah-e-Quaid-e-Azam, Lahore
Contact: Captain Pool – Aamin Taqi @ 111 111 231
Ladies pool Ext: 327
Main Pool Ext: 308
So, here we conclude our list of the most popular swimming clubs in Lahore. For any suggestions or queries, kindly write to us at blog@zameen.com. If you are a Karachiite and want to learn swimming, then do check out some of the best swimming places in K-Town. For more posts related to lifestyle, keep reading the best lifestyle blog in Pakistan.
