50m Competition Pool
Ten-lane outdoor competition pool surrounded by palm trees. Open for lap swimming daily. Early morning access on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 6:30 AM.
SwimSafer classes available East Singapore
Katong Swimming Complex
If your child is learning to swim, this is the pool guide. Facilities, hours, fees, directions, and the SwimSafer classes Singapore Swimming Academy runs here.
Classes at this pool
Can my child take SwimSafer here?
Yes. Singapore Swimming Academy runs SwimSafer classes at Katong Swimming Complex. Lessons happen here, while the formal assessment is usually booked at Heartbeat@Bedok Swimming Complex.
Swimming in Katong Since 1975
Katong Swimming Complex opened on 1 September 1975, making it one of the oldest surviving public swimming complexes in Singapore. It was renovated in 2008. The pool sits on Wilkinson Road in the Katong district, surrounded by mature palm trees that give it a distinctly tropical feel.
Katong has a long history with water. In 1931, the Katong Park Bathing Pagar opened as Singapore's first public sea swimming enclosure, stretching 50 yards long and 100 feet into the sea with 40 dressing rooms. It was demolished in the 1960s when land reclamation reshaped the coastline.
The name "Katong" comes from the Malay word for an extinct species of sea turtle that once nested on these shores. The broader Katong and Joo Chiat area is one of Singapore's richest heritage districts. Chew Joo Chiat (1857 to 1926), known as the "King of Katong", bought vast tracts of land cheaply and made his fortune when the area urbanised. Joo Chiat was designated a conservation area in 1993 and became Singapore's first Heritage Town in 2011. The district is known for Peranakan shophouses, Katong laksa and a mix of Chinese, Malay, Indian and Eurasian communities.
What's at Katong
Three pools in a heritage setting with distinctive animal water sculptures and mature tropical landscaping.
Teaching & Wading Pools
Separate teaching pool for beginners and a shallow wading pool for young children. The complex features a row of animal sculptures (fish, duck, seal) that spout water into the pool.
Nearest CAMS centre
Assessments are held at Heartbeat@Bedok Swimming Complex.
Katong Swimming Complex is not a CAMS assessment centre. SwimSafer classes run here, but the formal in-pool test for certification takes place at your nearest centralised centre.
Assessment days at Heartbeat@Bedok Swimming Complex: Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
There are five CAMS centres in Singapore. Your coach will usually book your child into the closest one. Families can also reschedule through the CAMS Platform if the default session doesn't suit.
View CAMS PlatformSwimSafer classes
What's taught at Katong Swimming Complex.
Singapore Swimming Academy runs SwimSafer classes at the teaching pool. Group and private lessons are available for children and adults. Coaches are SportSG SwimSafer accredited and preparation covers:
- Stages 1 to 3: foundation water skills through to 50 metres continuous swimming.
- Bronze (Stage 4): stroke improvement, rescue skills, 100m continuous.
- Silver (Stage 5): diving, H.E.L.P. position, advanced rescue.
- Gold (Stage 6): 400m over six strokes, self-made float rescue.
Ready to enrol at Katong Swimming Complex?
We run group and private SwimSafer classes at Katong Swimming Complex. Tell us the learner's age and your preferred day and time, and we'll match you with a class that fits.
Visitor info & directions
At a glance
- Operator
- ActiveSG (Sport Singapore)
- Pools
- 1 competition pool (50m, 10 lanes) + 1 teaching pool + 1 wading pool
- Nearest MRT
- Mountbatten (CC7), Circle Line, ~600m / 8 min walk
Directions
Eight minutes from Mountbatten MRT, in the heart of Katong.
- MRT: Mountbatten Station (CC7), Circle Line. About 600 metres, an 8-minute walk. Dakota MRT (CC8) is also walkable.
- Bus: Bus services 30, 158 and 401 stop on Mountbatten Road, a 3-minute walk from the entrance. Services 12, 14 and 196 also serve the area.
- Driving: On-site car park at $0.60 per 30 minutes. Can get busy on weekends. Goodman Arts Centre nearby is an overflow option.
Nearby pools
Other ActiveSG swimming complexes within easy reach of Katong Swimming Complex.
Frequently asked questions
What are the opening hours for Katong Swimming Complex?
Katong Swimming Complex is open 6:30 AM to 9:30 PM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 9:30 PM on weekends and public holidays, except Tuesdays (closed for weekly maintenance).
How much does it cost to swim at Katong?
Katong Swimming Complex uses standard ActiveSG pricing. Singapore Citizens and PRs pay $1.00 (weekday) or $1.30 (weekend & PH) for adults, and $0.50 / $0.60 for children under 12 and seniors 55+. The standard rate for non-residents is $1.30 / $1.70. For unlimited access, the MyActiveSWIM pass costs $10/month for adults and $5/month for children and seniors.
What pools and facilities does Katong have?
Katong Swimming Complex has 50m Competition Pool and Teaching & Wading Pools.
How do I get to Katong Swimming Complex?
Katong Swimming Complex is at 111 Wilkinson Road, Singapore 436752. The nearest MRT is Mountbatten (CC7).
Do I need to book a slot to swim?
No booking is needed. You can walk in during operating hours. Entry is via the ActiveSG app or your Singpass. Children without a mobile device can enter using a guardian's account.
What should I bring to the swimming pool?
Bring a swimsuit (no bermudas or cotton clothing), towel, and padlock for lockers. Swimming caps are recommended but not compulsory at most ActiveSG pools. Shower before entering the pool.