Indoor Winter Activities for the Whole Family

Indoor Winter Activities for the Whole Family

While Perth is lucky to enjoy relatively mild winters, rainy days and cooler mornings can still make it harder to keep the family active. Outdoor plans can quickly change when the weather turns, which is why it helps to have an indoor option where everyone can move, play, swim and relax in one place.

If you are looking for indoor activities in Perth this winter, Arena Joondalup has plenty of family-friendly options to help keep your routine going. From heated indoor pools and kids’ swimming lessons to the crèche, café, gym and group fitness classes, there are lots of ways to make winter feel easier for the whole family.

Whether you want to entertain the kids on a rainy day, build water confidence, squeeze in a workout or enjoy a relaxed family visit, here are some simple ways to stay active at Arena Joondalup this winter.

Make a splash in the heated indoor pools

Swimming is one of the easiest indoor activities for Perth families during winter. It gives kids space to move, play and build confidence, without needing to rely on outdoor weather.

Arena Joondalup’s heated indoor pools are designed for a mix of family fun, casual swimming, lessons and fitness. The aquatic centre includes a heated 25m lap pool, beach-style leisure pool, toddler splash pool, lazy river, fountain features and the new 10-lane 50m pool.

For families with younger children, the beach-style leisure pool is a great place to start. With a gradual entry and gentle depth, it gives kids the chance to enjoy the water at their own pace. The toddler splash pool is ideal for little ones who are still getting used to the water, while the lazy river and fountain features add extra fun for kids who want to play.

The 42m enclosed waterslide is also available at selected times for an additional fee, making it a great option for families wanting to add something extra to their winter visit.

Try the new 50m pool

Arena Joondalup’s new 50m pool gives families, members and swimmers even more space to enjoy the water through winter.

For parents, it is a great option for lap swimming before or after family time in the pool. For older kids and teens, it can help support fitness, swimming confidence and training outside of regular school or sport commitments.

The new pool also makes Arena Joondalup a strong aquatic destination for Perth families looking for indoor activities that support both fun and fitness. Whether your family is visiting for casual swimming, lap swimming or a more active winter routine, the upgraded pool facilities give you more ways to use the venue year-round.

Before visiting, it is worth checking pool and waterslide availability so you can plan the best time for your family.

Keep kids moving with swimming lessons

Winter is a great time for kids to keep building their swimming skills. While swimming often feels like a summer activity, consistency through winter can help children maintain confidence, technique and water safety awareness.

Arena Joondalup’s swimming programs give children the opportunity to continue learning in a supportive indoor environment. Regular lessons can help kids feel more comfortable in the water and keep progressing before the warmer months return.

For parents searching for things to do in Perth with kids in winter, swimming lessons can also create a helpful routine. Instead of waiting until summer to get back into the pool, families can use the colder months to keep skills moving forward.

Use the crèche to support your own routine

Finding time to exercise can be difficult for parents, especially during winter when family schedules feel busier and outdoor options are more limited.

Arena Joondalup’s kids crèche helps make regular exercise more achievable. The crèche provides care for little ones while parents visit the gym, swim, attend a group fitness class or enjoy a little time to themselves.

Children are cared for by qualified staff and can enjoy indoor and outdoor play areas, craft activities and a safe, engaging environment. The crèche is also conveniently located near The Lemon Tree Café, making it easy to plan your visit around your family’s routine.

This makes Arena Joondalup a practical option for parents who want to stay active without needing to organise separate care away from the venue.

Fit in a gym session while the kids are cared for

Winter can be a great time to restart your fitness routine or build more consistency. With cooler weather outside, having access to an indoor gym can make it easier to keep moving.

Arena Joondalup’s gym memberships include access to the gym, pool and group fitness classes, giving parents different ways to train across the week.

A simple winter gym session might include a short cardio warm-up, a few strength exercises, some core work and a cool-down. You do not need a long or complicated workout to feel the benefits. Even a short session can help improve energy, mood and motivation during the colder months.

For parents using the crèche, this can be a simple way to create a regular weekly fitness window while the kids are cared for onsite.

Add group fitness for extra motivation

When it is cold or rainy outside, group fitness can make it easier to show up and stay motivated.

Arena Joondalup offers over 100 group fitness classes each week, with options across cardio, strength, cycle, mind and body, and aqua aerobics. This gives parents and members plenty of choice, whether they want something high energy, low impact or more focused on strength and mobility.

Group fitness is also helpful because the workout is already planned for you. You can arrive, follow the instructor and enjoy the energy of training with others.

For busy families, this can work well alongside a crèche booking, a kids’ swimming lesson or a family swim. It gives parents the chance to stay active while still keeping the visit connected to the wider family routine.

Turn your visit into a family outing

A winter activity is often easier to commit to when it feels relaxed and convenient.

After a swim, class or gym session, families can stop by The Lemon Tree Café for something to eat or drink. The café offers a range of grab-and-go options, baguettes, rolls, salads, sushi, wraps, smoothies, juices, hot chips and locally roasted coffee.

This makes it easy to turn a visit to Arena Joondalup into more than a quick activity. Kids can enjoy the pool, parents can keep their fitness routine going, and the whole family can refuel afterwards without needing to leave the venue straight away.

For winter weekends, school holidays or rainy afternoons, this kind of all-in-one visit can make family planning much simpler.

Stay active as a family this winter

Winter does not have to mean staying home or putting healthy routines on hold.

With heated indoor pools, a toddler splash pool, lazy river, new 50m pool, crèche, café, gym and group fitness classes, Arena Joondalup gives Perth families plenty of ways to stay active, warm and connected through the colder months.

Whether you are looking for indoor activities in Perth, rainy day activities for kids, or a venue that helps parents keep their own fitness routine going, Arena Joondalup has options for the whole family.

Explore our pool facilities, plan a visit to The Lemon Tree Café, or learn more about our kids crèche to make the most of your next winter visit.