Centenary Aquatic Centre is home to one of the most iconic dive towers in South East Queensland.
Take a deep breath and plunge into our diving pit under the instruction of a qualified coach. Twist, turn, launch off springboards and dive platforms as you take part in this adrenaline-packed course.
Brisbane is on the road to hosting the 2032 Olympics, and our diving program is helping the next generation of talent make a splash. City Aquatic Centres are key community hubs that have trained some of Australia’s most decorated athletes — and you can join them!
The Rackley Diving Program at the iconic Centenary Aquatic Centre in the heart of the city is now well underway, offering aspiring divers the chance to develop their skills under expert guidance. Whether you’re aiming for competition or just want to try something exciting and new, this is your opportunity to dive in!




Saturday Springboard Splash Sessions
Looking for a fun way to beat the heat and make a splash? Join us at the Centenary Aquatic Centre for our Saturday Springboard Splash Session!
Jump off the springboards, splash around in the dive pool, and enjoy a safe, guided experience, with our Diving Coach on hand to offer tips, support, and plenty of encouragement.
What you need to know:
Open to confident swimmers who can swim 15m freestyle
Must be comfortable in deep water up to 5m
A general pool entry fee is payable at reception
There is no additional cost for the diving session itself
Spaces are limited, so book your spot now, pay your general pool entry on arrival, and get ready for splashing, diving, and some splash-tastic Saturday fun! 💦😄
More about our Rackley Diving Program
Pre requisites
Students of the Rackley Diving Program will need to be confident swimmers (able to swim 20m freestyle), and comfortable in deep bodies of water (up to 5m deep). Once a student has completed 2x diving classes, they will need to become a member of Diving Queensland – please see below for more information.
Ages
The Rackley Diving Program is open to everyone aged 6 through to adults!
- Beginner and Intermediate classes are for students aged 6-18 years
- Adult classes for students aged 18 years and above
- Splash Saturday is open to anyone aged 6 years and above
Diving Queensland Membership
Divers attending a trial are covered by the Diving insurance policy, however to join the subsequent sessions program, divers should hold an active membership with Diving QLD to be covered by the Diving Aus insurance policy. Memberships are renewed annually as below:
Recreational Dive
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Perfect for those who want to experience the pleasure and leisure of diving in a safe and supportive environment.
| Time | Class | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 5:45 - 6:45 | Beginners | Tuesday & Thursday |
| 5:45 - 7:15 | Intermediate | Tuesday & Thursday |
| Saturday Sessions | ||
| 2:00 - 2:45 | Splash Saturday (open session) | Saturday |
| 2:45 - 3:45 | Beginners | Saturday |
| 3:45 - 4:45 | Adults | Saturday |