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The Pool Is Yours.
For 25% Less.

Swim the whole season at Hamad Aquatics Center for a quarter less. 25% off 6 & 12 month Individual & Family memberships, until 10 August only.

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5
Pools
50m
Competitive
7d
Per Week
The Facilities

Five Pools,
One Venue.

Hamad Aquatic Center holds five temperature-controlled pools, one of them an Olympic 50-meter competition pool, inside Aspire Zone — a sports hub built to international standards that has hosted world championships. Free swimming runs in the two below.

Olympic 50-meter competitive pool
Competitive Pool
The Olympic 50m

An Olympic-standard 50-meter pool built for international-level competition, kept at a controlled temperature year-round. During free swimming hours it opens up to families and adult men.

50m
Length
10
Lanes
2m
Depth
Open Sessions
Family swimming, mixed and open to all ages
Men's open swimming sessions
Family pool for relaxed swimming
Family Pool
The Family Pool

Designed for relaxed, enjoyable swimming and kept warm year-round. A welcoming space for children, families, and ladies, with dedicated sessions that keep it private and comfortable for everyone.

Heated
Year-round
Varied
Depth
All
Ages
Open Sessions
Family swimming, mixed and open to all ages
Ladies-only sessions with female staff only


Before You Swim

A Few Simple Rules.

Swim Cap Required

A swim cap must be worn in all pools at all times.

Proper Swimwear Only

Appropriate swimwear is required. No street clothing in the water.

Shower Before Entry

Please shower before entering the pool to keep the water clean.

Children Under 8

Must be accompanied in the water by a supervising adult.

Life in the Water

A Pool for Everyone

Lap lanes at dawn, families in the afternoon, ladies-only evenings. See what open swimming looks like at Vortex.
Pool Schedule

When Each
Pool Is Open.

Seven days a week, across the open swimming pools.

Competition Pool
DayOpen HoursAudience
Sat6:00 AM – 8:30 AM · 3:00 PM – 10:45 PMMen
Sun – Thu6:00 AM – 3:45 PM · 8:30 PM – 10:45 PMMen
Sun – Thu1:00 PM – 3:00 PMFamily
Fri1:00 PM – 10:45 PMMen
Family Pool
DayOpen HoursAudience
Sat6:00 AM – 8:45 AM · 12:00 – 6:00 PMFamily
Sat6:30 PM – 10:45 PMLadies
Sun · Tue · Thu6:00 AM – 3:30 PMFamily
Sun · Tue · Thu7:00 PM – 10:45 PMLadies
Mon · Wed1:15 PM – 3:30 PM · 7:00 PM – 10:45 PMFamily
Mon · Wed6:00 AM – 1:00 PMLadies
Fri6:00 AM – 10:45 PMFamily

Family hours are reserved for women and families (parents with children). Women must wear a swim cap; cotton and tight or revealing clothing is not permitted. Children aged 4 and above are not allowed during ladies-only hours. The schedule may change for maintenance. Times are confirmed at the front desk.

Day Passes & Membership

Swim More.
Pay Less.

Drop in for a single session, or join as a member and make the pool part of your routine.

5 PoolsAt Hamad Aquatic Center
HeatedEvery pool, year-round
Showers& changing rooms
7 DaysA week, year-round
Individual Day Pass
QAR 60 / session

Drop-in access for one swimmer. Valid for a single session on the day of purchase.

  • Access to both open swimming pools
  • Changing & shower facilities
  • Olympic 50m competition pool, heated
Get a Day Pass
Family Membership
QAR 1,500 / month
25% off on 6 & 12 monthsmo

One monthly membership for the whole family to swim together as often as you like.

  • Unlimited family swimming
  • Access to both open pools, all sessions
  • One simple monthly rate
Inquire for Family

Prices are per swimmer. Membership starts on the day you join.
Save 25% on 6 & 12 month Individual & Family memberships until 10 August →

Longer Commitments

Commit for Longer,
Save for the Season.

Prefer to lock in your swimming for the months ahead? Choose a longer term and we'll talk you through the best rate on your facility tour.

Limited Time Offer

Get 25% Off
6 & 12 Month Memberships.

Applies to both Individual and Family memberships. Lock in a full season or a full year of unlimited swimming at a quarter off the standard rate.

23 July – 10 August 2026
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Offer ends 10 August 2026. Message us on WhatsApp for your offer price and to reserve your membership.

1
Month

Flexible, short-term access. Perfect for trying it out or swimming through a single season.

3
Months

Build a consistent routine. The popular middle ground for regular swimmers.

25% Off
6
Months

Commit to the season ahead and keep your swimming on track for the long run.

25% off until 10 August
25% Off
1
Year

Full access, all year. The best rate for swimmers who are in the water week in, week out.

Best value · 25% off until 10 August
Book a Facility Tour

See the Pools for Yourself

Send your details and we'll confirm a tour time within 24 hours.

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