This 10-week program creates a safe, inclusive environment for adults from multicultural communities to learn about water safety and develop basic swimming skills. The program aims to help participants overcome fear and anxiety associated with water while reducing the risk of drowning.
Why Join?
Multicultural communities are statistically at higher risk of drowning, and this program is designed to break down barriers to accessing swimming lessons. With gender-specific sessions led by experienced swim teachers, discounted rates, and quiet, off-peak session times, this program is tailored to meet the needs of participants.
Program Details:
Program Start Date: Saturday 08 February 2025
Duration: 8 weeks
Lesson Length: 30-minute sessions
Class Size: 5 adults per class
Pool: 25m pool (Lane 8) with ramp access
Cost: $80 upfront for 8 lessons ($10 per lesson)
Additional Benefits: Participants can access the pool for casual swimming outside of lesson times during the 8-week program to practice their skills and increase their comfort around water.
Program Details:
Program Start Date: Saturday 26 April 2025.
Duration: 10 weeks
Lesson Length: 30-minute sessions
Class Size: 5 adults per class
Pool: 25m pool (Lane 8) with ramp access
Cost: $100 upfront for 10 lessons ($10 per lesson)
Additional Benefits: Participants can access the pool for casual swimming outside of lesson times during the 8-week program to practice their skills and increase their comfort around water.
Session Times:
Male sessions: Saturday afternoons, 2:00pm – 3:00pm (Male Swim Teacher)
Female sessions: Sunday afternoons, 2:00pm – 3:00pm (Female Swim Teacher)
Session Times:
Male sessions: Saturday afternoons (Male Swim Teacher)
1.00pm – 1.30pm
1.30pm – 2.00pm
2.00pm – 3.00pm
Female sessions: Sunday afternoons (Female Swim Teacher)
1.00pm – 1.30pm
1.30pm – 2.00pm
2.00pm – 2.30pm
2.30pm – 3.00pm
What Happens After the Program?
At the end of the program, participants will complete a Life Saving Victoria training module which would last for an hour, after which participants will receive a certificate of completion. We encourage graduates to continue building their skills by enrolling in our Beginner Adult swimming lessons.
How to Join?
Signing up is simple! Express your interest HERE and someone from our team will get in touch with you!
Frequently asked questions
You have questions, we have answers.
This program is designed for adults, particularly from multicultural communities, who have little or no experience in swimming or being in a pool.
To ensure comfort and inclusivity, we provide male-only and female-only sessions with Swim Teachers of the same gender. It also provides an opportunity for one parent to stay at home to care for the kids while the other participates in the lesson.
No, sessions are scheduled during off-peak hours when the pool is less crowded, making it easier for participants to feel comfortable.
Yes! Participants can access the pool for casual swimming during the 10-week program to practice their skills and get more familiar with the water.
The program costs $100 upfront for 10 lessons. ($10 for each lesson)
Unfortunately, make-up lessons are not offered in this program.
You will receive a certificate of completion. We encourage you to join our Beginner Adult swimming lessons to further develop your skills.
Yes, the lessons take place in a 25m pool with ramp access to ensure ease of entry for all participants.
