The Murray Evans Sports and Aquatic Centre is accessed via Stephens Road and houses an Olympic-sized swimming pool and a well-equipped and resourced gymnasium.

Fully qualified staff are available to assist training both in the pool and the gymnasium.

The Centre is located within the Somerville House campus and is enjoyed by students and members of the public. Patrons are asked to abide by some policies of the School whilst on the property.

Conditions of Entry

Facilities

The Centre is available for hire and includes the following facilities:

  • 50m Eight Lane Swimming Pool with moveable bulkhead
  • Indoor Sports Hall
  • Classroom
  • Mezzanine Floor Kitchen
  • Gymnastics Annexe
  • Strength and Conditioning Gym/Group fitness area

Opening Hours and Pool Availability

Please check for closures and restrictions during these times.


Day Times (September to mid-April) Times (Mid-April to August)
Monday 4.30am to 8.30pm 4.30am to 8.00pm
Tuesday 4.30am to 8.30pm 4.30am to 8.00pm
Wednesday 4.30am to 8.30pm 4.30am to 8.00pm
Thursday 4.30am to 8.30pm 4.30am to 8.00pm
Friday 4.30am to 8.30pm 4.30am to 8.00pm
Saturday 6.00am to 5.00pm (ALL YEAR) 6.00am to 5.00pm (ALL YEAR)
Sunday 9.00am to 5.00pm (ALL YEAR) 9.00am to 5.00pm (ALL YEAR)

Pool Availability

      Entry Prices

      Single Entry Entry Passes
      Pool entry - $6.50 Pool (10 entries) - $60.00 (*Valid 6 Months after purchase)
      Towel hire - $3.00 Pool (25 entries) - $147.50 (*Valid 6 Months after purchase)
      Gym - $13.50 Gym (10 entries) - $95.50 (*Valid 6 Months after purchase)
      Pool and Gym - $14.90 Gym (25 entries) - $210.50 (*Valid 6 Months after purchase)

      Squad Swimming

      The Somerville House Aquatic Swim Club and Squads Program (SOMAQ) runs year-round and provides members with the opportunity to compete at a local, state and national level. Our vision is to continue to build a Community of swimmers and families who believe in the value of swimming as a vehicle for personal growth both in and out of the pool, and in a safe, inclusive and supportive environment.

      All club inquiries can be forwarded to aquatic@somerville.qld.edu.au 


      Membership

      To become a member of the Murray Evans Sports and Aquatic Centre, please complete the Membership Application Form (PDF 179KB).

      Membership forms can be returned in person or emailed to aquatic@somerville.qld.edu.au.

      Member Feedback

      If you have any feedback about your experience at the Centre, please email us at aquatic@somerville.qld.edu.au or complete our Feedback Form (PDF 100KB)


      Policies and Dress Standards

      Patrons are reminded that the complex forms part of Somerville House, a School with students from Pre-Prep to Year 12. Members of the public are asked to also abide by some policies of the School whilst on the property.

      Whilst we are open to the public, we also conduct co-operative use between public users and the School staff and students. We make every attempt to inform members of the public to changes in usage and closures. There are occasions, however, when pool space availability may change at short notice.

      School Policy that is enforced is as follows:

      • Somerville House Pool is a lap swimming pool facility only and is not a recreational pool, and as such it is not suitable for certain swimming levels, for example babies, toddlers and learn to swim
      • There is to be no sunbathing around the pool at any time
      • Dress standards also apply.

      All car spaces under the Sports Complex are allocated to staff of Somerville House. The car park is reserved for staff from 7.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday during school term time. A number of car spaces are also allocated to staff outside of these times. These areas are marked with signage. Please adhere to these guidelines for the use of the car park at the Murray Evans Sports and Aquatic Centre. 

      It is a condition of entry that all patrons wear appropriate attire within the complex. Swimwear must be of a training type design. Gym clothing with enclosed shoes is required in the Indoor Sports Complex.


      Contact

      4 Stephens Road, South Brisbane, QLD 4101 

      Phone: +61 7 3033 9250
      Email: aquatic@somerville.qld.edu.au