Name: Have You Been to the Katong Pool?
Start: 2023-05-20
End: 2023-05-20
Location: Katong Swimming Complex

Places For Families Tours & Trails

Have You Been to the Katong Pool?

by Sport Singapore

20 May • 04:00pm • Katong Swimming Complex

Experience the fascinating history of this iconic Singaporean landmark as you explore the pool and discover its unique heritage. Don’t forget your swimming costume for some fun in the pool!

Have You Been to the Katong Pool?
Sat, 20 May 2023 | 4pm to 6pm

Venue: Katong Swimming Complex
Fee: $10 per pax
Registration: katongpool.peatix.com
Note: This programme is recommended for ages 13 years and above.

Discover the story of swimming at the idyllic Di Tanjong Katong, sea pagars along the east coast and the early swimming clubs that produced pioneering swim champs and legendary coaches. Look out for the Merlion mosaic fountain sculpture at Katong Swimming Complex, which was opened in 1975 and cherish the old school vibes.

Bring your gear to jump into the beckoning pool waters after the tour and experience fun Flippa Ball or Stand Up Paddle. For those who prefer to remain dry, play some old-style kampong games at the Dance Studio located next to the gallery.

Sport Singapore

As the national sports agency, Sport Singapore’s core purpose is to inspire the Singapore spirit and transform Singapore through sport. Through innovative, fun and meaningful sporting experiences, our mission is to reach out and serve communities across Singapore with passion and pride. With Vision 2030 – Singapore’s sports master plan, our mandate goes beyond winning medals. Sport Singapore uses sport to create greater sporting opportunities and access, more inclusivity and integration as well as broader development of capabilities. Sport Singapore works with a vast network of public-private-people sector partners for individuals to live better through sport.

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