Makino Aquatic Centre

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Thursday, 19 March
Nga Tawa School, 6am - 7am
Water Walking Space, 8:30am - 10am
Sport Manawatu, 10:45am - 11:30am
Manchester Street School, 11am - 2:30pm
Dolphin Swim Club, 4pm - 7pm
FASC, 5:30pm - 7pm
Aqua Fit Deep, 6:15pm - 7pm
Friday, 20 March
Ice Breakers, 6am - 7:30am
Aqua Fit, 9am - 9:45am
Oroua School, 9:30am - 1:30pm
Water Play, 10am - 12pm
Aqua Flow, 10am - 10:45am
Manchester Street School, 11am - 2:30pm
Canoe Polo, 6pm - 8:30pm
Saturday, 21 March
Dolphin Swim Club, 8:30am - 10:30am
Whanganui Swimming Club, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Weekend Inflatables, 1pm - 3pm

April School Holidays 2026!

Take a look at our great lineup of activities and events

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Swim every day of the month

Underswim reusable period underwear is available.

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Get Ready for a Pawsitively Fun Day

One special day, the outdoor pool will be dedicated to our canine companions.

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Weekend Inflatables

We have inflatables from 1pm - 3pm every Saturday and Sunday.

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Latest News

18 March
- NEW
Bringing a Wave of Fun to Family Fun Day!

Who says the Makino Aquatic Centre (MAC) fun is only for the pool? This Sunday, 22 March, from 10am – 1pm, the MAC team is taking the splash to...

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27 February

Supervision Saves Lives

Drowning is fast and silent, no splashing, no shouting, just seconds. Which is why active supervision is essential whenever children are in the water. At the...

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25 February

No Fuss, Just Swim

For busy families, professionals, and anyone trying to stick to their fitness goals, making time for swimming can sometimes feel like a...

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19 February

Summer Bash Makes a Splash!

Beach balls were bouncing, music was pumping, and laughter was heard around the indoor pools as the Makino Aquatic Centre (MAC) turned up the fun over the January school...

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