50m Competition Pool
Eight-lane outdoor competition pool with starting blocks. Open for lap swimming daily. Early morning access Monday to Friday from 6:30 AM to 8:00 AM for the competition pool only.
SwimSafer classes available North Singapore
Woodlands 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 Woodlands Swimming Complex. Lessons happen here, while the formal assessment is usually booked at Yishun Swimming Complex.
A Northern Fixture Since 1989
Woodlands Swimming Complex opened in August 1989 as part of a wave of HDB sports facilities built to serve Singapore's expanding new towns. The pool was designed for residents in the Woodlands, Marsiling and Admiralty estates, giving the north its own competition-grade swimming venue.
The complex sits within the 8-hectare Woodlands Sports Complex, which also includes a stadium and sports hall. The surrounding area has grown into a civic hub with Woodlands Regional Library, Woodlands Community Club and Woodlands Polyclinic all within walking distance.
The pool underwent renovations in 2005 and again in 2015, updating the changing rooms, pool deck and filtration systems. It remains one of the few ActiveSG pools with a BBQ pit - one of only three in the network - making it a popular spot for family outings that combine swimming with a barbecue.
What's at Woodlands
Three outdoor pools, a BBQ pit and a kids water play area, all part of the 8-hectare Woodlands Sports Complex.
Teaching Pool
Shallower pool used for swimming lessons and general swimming. Suitable for beginners and younger swimmers building water confidence.
Kids Water Play & Wading Pool
Wading pool for young children alongside a water play area. Shallow depth, safe for toddlers. Popular with families on weekends.
Nearest CAMS centre
Assessments are held at Yishun Swimming Complex.
Woodlands 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 Yishun Swimming Complex: Mondays, Thursdays, 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 Woodlands 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 Woodlands Swimming Complex?
We run group and private SwimSafer classes at Woodlands 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, 8 lanes) + 1 teaching pool + 1 wading pool (all outdoor)
- Nearest MRT
- Marsiling (NS8), North-South Line, ~600m / 8 min walk
Directions
Eight minutes from Marsiling MRT, with Woodlands MRT also walkable.
- MRT: Marsiling Station (NS8), North-South Line. About 600 metres, an 8-minute walk. Woodlands Station (NS9) is also walkable at about 1 kilometre.
- Bus: Bus 911 stops nearby. Other services in the area include 187, 856, 925, 950, 960, 961, 963 and 966.
- Driving: Car parking available at the Woodlands Sports Complex. Enter from Woodlands Street 13. Adjacent to Woodlands Regional Library and Woodlands Polyclinic.
Nearby pools
Other ActiveSG swimming complexes within easy reach of Woodlands Swimming Complex.
Frequently asked questions
What are the opening hours for Woodlands Swimming Complex?
Woodlands 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 Thursdays (closed for weekly maintenance).
How much does it cost to swim at Woodlands?
Woodlands 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 Woodlands have?
Woodlands Swimming Complex has 50m Competition Pool, Teaching Pool and Kids Water Play & Wading Pool.
How do I get to Woodlands Swimming Complex?
Woodlands Swimming Complex is at 3 Woodlands Street 13, Singapore 738600. The nearest MRT is Marsiling (NS8).
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.