Due to the annual swimming tests and emergency response (BHV) and first aid (EHBO) training, the Hoornse Vaart swimming pool will be closed on Monday 17 August. We will reopen on Tuesday 18 August according to our normal opening hours.
Hoornse Vaart swimming pool hides free tickets in Alkmaar for five days
Hoornse Vaart swimming pool is rounding off the summer holidays with a cheerful treasure hunt in the city centre of Alkmaar. From Monday 10 to Friday 14 August, a striking envelope will be hidden every day....
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Outdoorpark Alkmaar open every day this summer for free climbing and play
During the summer holidays, Outdoorpark Alkmaar is opening its doors every single day for individuals and families. Whereas the park is normally only accessible to groups and reservations...
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Free training to become a swimming teacher, do work that matters
In September, a new swimming instructor training course will start in Alkmaar and Bergen. The course is offered free of charge by Alkmaar Sport and Holland Sport and offers participants, upon successful...
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Kinderclinic Open Water Alkmaar: entering the water well prepared
On Sunday 28 June 2026, Alkmaar Sport and swimming clubs OEZA and DAW are once again organising Open Water Alkmaar. Following a successful first edition, the open-water swimming event is returning to the...
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Alkmaar Sport organises 2nd edition Open Water Alkmaar
On Sunday 28 June 2026, Alkmaar Sport and swimming clubs OEZA and DAW are once again organising Open Water Alkmaar. Following a successful first edition, the open-water swimming event is returning to the...
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Exhibition space for future Hoornse Vaart swimming and sports complex opened
On Wednesday 20 May, Alkmaar Sport and the municipality of Alkmaar opened the exhibition space about the new Hoornse Vaart swimming and sports complex. The space was festively opened in the presence of many loyal...
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Prepare for Open Water Alkmaar with open-water clinics
Are you taking part in Open Water Alkmaar, a triathlon or another open water race on Sunday 28 June? Then the open water clinics by Swim Performance are a perfect preparation. During these...
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Outdoor pool of Hoornse Vaart swimming pool opens during the May half-term
From Saturday 25 April up to and including Sunday 10 May it is the May holiday, which means plenty of swimming fun at the Hoornse Vaart swimming pool in Alkmaar. Extra special this year is the opening of the outdoor pool on...
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Outdoorpark Alkmaar open day rings in outdoor season on Easter Monday
On Monday 6 April (Easter Monday), Outdoorpark Alkmaar is opening the outdoor season with an open day for children and families. From 10:00 to 13:00, children can climb without limits for €7.50,...
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Swim clinic with wetsuits and fitting session in Hoornse Vaart swimming pool
Are you curious about what it's like to swim in a wetsuit? Or do you already have a suit, but find that swimming suddenly feels very different? Then this clinic is for you. In collaboration with...
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Training to be a swimming teacher is well underway
The swimming instructor training course provided by Alkmaar Sport is entering its next phase. Participants started directly with a combination of lessons and practical experience on poolside. Now that the theory part has been completed, it is becoming...
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Take a dive at the Hoornse Vaart swimming pool during the spring half-term
From Saturday 21 February up to and including Sunday 1 March it is the spring half-term holiday and swimming pool Hoornse Vaart in Alkmaar is celebrating this with a packed programme. Recreational swimmers can benefit from extra generous...
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Outdoorpark Alkmaar is opening the outdoor season during the half-term holiday
Outdoorpark Alkmaar is opening the outdoor season on Wednesday 25 February 2026 with an adventurous day during the spring half-term. Visitors can climb unlimitedly from 10:00 to 13:00 for €7.50...
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Free video analysis for Sports Benefit Subscription holders
At Alkmaar Sport, we regularly surprise our Sports Discount Subscription holders with unique experiences and extra benefits. For March we have something special in store: an exclusive opportunity to...
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Festive start of next phase Hoornse Vaart Sports Complex
Source: Municipality of Alkmaar With the festive unveiling of the construction sign at Hoornse Vaart Sports Complex, the next phase of the construction project was set in motion today. Prior to the unveiling...
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Going into the water together with little Sef
I still remember packing the bag that morning and quickly checking if I had everything: two towels, a spare babygrow, swim nappy, dummy. And his little swimming trunks, which he would be wearing for the first time that day....
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Swim your way fit into the new year
Winter doesn't always invite you to keep moving. It's dark, often cold, and after a long day the sofa is tempting. Yet many people in Alkmaar and the surrounding area choose precisely in this...
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Exclusive January promotion for Sport Voordeel subscription holders
Good news for athletes looking to improve their swimming technique. Do you hold a Sport Voordeel subscription from Alkmaar Sport? Then throughout the month of January you will benefit from a...
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Why swimming in winter is so enjoyable
Winter doesn't always invite you to keep moving. It's dark, often cold, and after a long day the sofa is tempting. Yet many people in Alkmaar and the surrounding area choose precisely in this...
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Celebrate the Christmas holidays at swimming pool Hoornse Vaart
From Saturday 20 December up to and including Sunday 4 January, the Christmas holidays are just around the corner. Hoornse Vaart swimming pool is pulling out all the stops with extra generous opening times for recreational swimmers, a varied...
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Final weeks of the year, what do you need to do?
The final weeks of the year are approaching, wonderful weeks for swimming precisely now. Amidst all the festive moments, it is nice to be able to dive into the water for a bit. Good for the body and mind to...
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Black Friday deal at swimming pool Hoornse Vaart, ice rink De Meent and swimming pool De Hout!
Do you enjoy swimming or ice skating? Then now is the perfect time to take advantage of this offer! During Black Friday week (Monday 24 November to Sunday 30 November 2025), new customers will receive a discount of no less than 50% on...
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Free front crawl clinic by Personal Swim Coach for our Sports Advantage Subscription holders
What is more fun than being regularly surprised with special extras? At Alkmaar Sport we like to go the extra mile for our loyal Sport Advantage Pass holders. That is why we have this...
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Free swimming technique video analysis by former Olympian for Sport Discount Subscription holders
At Alkmaar Sport we regularly surprise our Sport Voordeel subscription holders with unique experiences and benefits. For September we have something very special in store: a chance to win your...
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Free training to become a swimming instructor, with a job guarantee in the Alkmaar region
In October, a swimming instructor training course will start in Alkmaar. A course that is offered free of charge, including a work placement and a guarantee of a part-time job. The course takes...
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Improve your swimming technique with Olympian Bas van Velthoven
This month, another great series of technique videos is planned for the LED screen at Hoornse Vaart swimming pool. Olympian Bas van Velthoven has chosen exercises that are good to do, but...
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Summer adventures at Outdoorpark Alkmaar
This summer holiday, Outdoorpark Alkmaar offers a varied range of sporting and adventurous activities for young and old alike. The programme includes the Outdoor Sports Day, the Outdoor...
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Free FloatFit class for our Sports Benefit Subscription holders
On Saturday 12 July, our valued season ticket holders can take part free of charge in an exclusive FloatFit class in the 25-metre pool from 10:00 to 10:30. Discover this trend in aquafitness and...
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Alkmaar Sport organises successful first Open Water Alkmaar with record number of participants
With an overwhelming turnout of both swimmers and spectators, the very first edition of Open Water Alkmaar, organised by Alkmaar Sport in collaboration with swimming clubs OEZA and DAW, has been a...
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Alkmaar Sport is organising Open Water Alkmaar: the largest open water swimming event in the Netherlands!
On Sunday 29 June 2025, Alkmaar Sport, in collaboration with swimming clubs OEZA and DAW, is organising the first edition of Open Water Alkmaar. This spectacular event will take place from 10:00 onwards in...
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Get into the water: discover the benefits of water sports
Do you want to work on your fitness, muscle strength and a healthy body, but prefer not to sweat in a gym? Then aqua sports might be just what you are looking for! At swimming pool Hoornse Vaart in...
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Swimming ability by Swim is Cool
In September 2024, the Swim is Cool programme was offered to primary schools in Alkmaar. Swim is Cool is a programme that ensures pupils in years 5 to 8 improve their swimming proficiency...
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Win an exclusive Hoornse Vaart swimming cap!
Every month we have a fun promotion for our loyal Sports Benefit Subscription holders. In April, we challenge you to test your swimming speed and thereby win an exclusive Hoornse Vaart swimming cap...
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Plenty of activities during the May holiday at Hoornse Vaart swimming pool
From Saturday 19 April up to and including Monday 5 May, the May half-term is just around the corner. Swimming pool Hoornse Vaart is pulling out all the stops with extra generous opening times for recreational swimmers, a varied...
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New Hoornse Vaart Sports Complex!
The municipal council of Alkmaar has given final approval to the plan for the realization of the new Hoornse Vaart Sports Complex. In accordance with the wish of the municipal council, the swimming pool will not get an 8...
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Free front crawl clinic for our Sports Discount Subscription holders
At Alkmaar Sport we appreciate our loyal Sport Voordeel Pass holders. That is why on Sunday 30 March we are organising an exclusive front crawl clinic, provided by the experienced coaches Esther and...
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Festive opening of the outdoor season at Outdoorpark Alkmaar
Outdoorpark Alkmaar will officially open its gates for a new adventurous season on Wednesday 19 February! During the spring half-term, visitors can enjoy...
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Free 1,500-metre clinic by Marcel Stroet for our Sports Discount Season Ticket Holders
On Sunday 2 March, our valued season ticket holders can take part free of charge in an exclusive 1,500-metre clinic in the 50-metre pool from 10.30 am to 12.00 pm. Marcel Stroet, founder of the Open...
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Outdoorpark Alkmaar goes indoors during the Christmas holidays
Outdoorpark Alkmaar is ringing in the Christmas holidays in a unique way with a series of indoor activities in the adjacent Hoornse Vaart sports complex. Specially for the cold month of December, the...
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Complete the customer satisfaction survey and be in with a chance of winning a 10-swim pass
Complete the customer satisfaction survey and win a 10-swim pass. Your opinion counts! At swimming pool Hoornse Vaart, we want to offer you the best possible experience. That is why we would love to hear what you...
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Free admission ticket at Hoornse Vaart swimming pool for our Sports Discount Season Ticket Holders
At Alkmaar Sport, we believe in rewarding loyalty and creating special moments for our Sports Benefit Season Ticket holders. That is why we have another nice surprise for you in the month of...
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Max Delissen appointed as new swimming ambassador of Alkmaar
Alkmaar Sport N.V. has proudly appointed Max Delissen as the new swimming ambassador of Alkmaar. Following an intensive application procedure, in collaboration with the Hoornse Vaart swimming pool, the KNZB,...
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Free Obstacle Run clinic for our Sports Discount Season Ticket Holders
At Alkmaar Sport, we believe in rewarding loyalty and creating special moments for our Sports Benefit Season Ticket holders. That is why we have another nice surprise for you in the month of...
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Celebrate Alkmaar Sport’s 10th anniversary with an Outdoor Sports Day at Outdoorpark Alkmaar
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Alkmaar Sport with a spectacular Outdoor Sports Day at Outdoorpark Alkmaar! On Saturday 20 July, Outdoorpark Alkmaar, together with the sports directors, is opening its doors...
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Free sports fun during fundraising day at Hoornse Vaart swimming pool and Outdoorpark Alkmaar
Alkmaar Sport is celebrating its 10th anniversary and we are celebrating in grand style on Sunday 16 June with a spectacular fundraising day! Sportcomplex Hoornse Vaart and Outdoorpark Alkmaar will open their doors from 13:00 to...
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Free aqua kickboxing class for our Sports Benefit Subscription holders
At Alkmaar Sport, we believe in rewarding loyalty and creating special moments for our Sports Benefit Season Ticket holders. That is why we have another nice surprise for you in the month of...
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Alkmaar Sport is organising the Hoornse Vaart Open Water Swim
Alkmaar Sport is organising the Hoornse Vaart Open Water Swim on Sunday 2 June from 12:00 to 15:00. A unique event where young and old can take part in a sporting activity in the...
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Free Tech Pit Lane for our Sports Benefit Subscription Holders
What is more fun than being regularly surprised with special extras? At Alkmaar Sport, we continuously strive to spoil our Sports Advantage Pass holders with unique experiences and...
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Spectacular season opening at Outdoorpark Alkmaar
On Monday 1 April (Easter Monday), Outdoorpark Alkmaar is opening its doors for the new outdoor season. This festive occasion is being celebrated with inflatable bouncy castles, obstacle courses, a...
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Hoornse Vaart swimming pool introduces new Virtual Reality children's party
Swimming pool Hoornse Vaart in Alkmaar brings a sparkling new element to its children's party offering with the launch of the Virtual Reality party. Children can now dive into a...
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10-year Alkmaar Sport anniversary promotion at Hoornse Vaart and De Meent
Alkmaar Sport is celebrating its 10th anniversary and would love to celebrate this milestone together with its athletes! For the month of March, we are launching a celebratory anniversary ticket. For just €10, 1 adult can...
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Three-hour Aquafitness Marathon at Hoornse Vaart swimming pool
On Saturday 16 March, the Hoornse Vaart swimming pool from Alkmaar is organising a three-hour Aquafitness Marathon in the wave pool.
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Free breaststroke clinic for Sports Benefit Subscription holders
On Saturday 17 February, Sport Advantage subscription holders can take part in an exclusive front crawl clinic for free between 10.30 and 11.30. Let yourself be guided by Personal Swim Coaches Esther and...
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Alkmaar Sport renews Sports Advantage Subscription
For athletes who love ice skating, swimming, or want to discover both sports, Alkmaar Sport has renewed the Sports Advantage Subscription. A personal annual subscription that allows you to swim and...
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Free swimming technique video analysis by former Olympian in Hoornse Vaart swimming pool
On Sunday 3 December, swimming pool Hoornse Vaart is organising the fourth edition of the Technique Pit Stop from 09:00 to 12:00 during lane swimming in the 50-metre pool. Olympic top swimmer Bas van...
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Free Open Aquafitness Day at Hoornse Vaart swimming pool in Alkmaar
On Sunday 24 September 2023, the Hoornse Vaart swimming pool is welcoming sports enthusiasts from Alkmaar and the surrounding area for a special day full of free aquafitness activities. Between 10:00 and 12:10 we offer...
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Hoornse Vaart swimming pool starts new disco season with ‘Underwater World’ theme’
It is time to get your swimming gear and dancing shoes out of the wardrobe, because on Saturday 23 September the new disco season starts at the Hoornse Vaart swimming pool in Alkmaar. It promises to be a splashing evening...
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Womanly: ”FloatFit is the ultimate aquafitness trend”
Have you ever heard of FloatFit? None of us on the editorial team had, until we tried it out for ourselves. And we have to say: it was a huge success and definitely left us wanting more. Here is...
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New aqua fitness classes: Aquakickboxing and Aquajump
Swimming pool Hoornse Vaart is introducing two new aquasports: Aquakickboxing and Aquajump! These dynamic classes are the latest trend in aquafitness for people who are enthusiastic and intensive...
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Participants wildly enthusiastic about front crawl course
The first editions of the front crawl course were a huge success and therefore sold out quickly. Under the guidance of professional swimming instructors, participants will spend 8 weeks working on...
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Pit Lane Technology huge success!
The first edition of the Techniek Pitstraat in the Hoornse Vaart swimming pool, led by Olympic top-level swimmer Bas van Velthoven, was a great success. For lane swimmers, this is the ideal opportunity to...
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