Here's an overview of the swimming programs available:
Waterbabies Program:
Parent and baby classes (a caregiver is required to accompany your baby in the pool)
- Recommended babies aged age is 6 months to 2.5 years
- Maximum of eight babies and parents
- Classes are 30 minutes
Kindergarten Program:
- Child classes (a caregiver is not required to accompany your swimmer in the pool)
- Recommended age is 2.5 years to 4 years
- Maximum of four swimmers
- Classes are 30 minutes
If your swimmer is four years or older, explore our Learn to Swim – 400 Gold Program.
Swimming is a technical sport that requires regular practise, that’s why we run classes year-round. We also understand families have busy schedules, and when you join us on a monthly payment option, you'll be able to take advantage of choosing and reserving your preferred swimming time.
Explore our price guide to learn more about the perks of learning with State Swim.
Yes, classes run on select public holidays. However, if your school is closed, your account will not be charged, and your monthly fees will be automatically adjusted.
To find out more about opening hours, please get in touch with your school directly.
Enrolling into your class is easy; follow these three steps:
Find your nearestswim school - our handy class finder tool will match you with the right swimming program at your closest school.
Choose your class time - find the most convenient swimming time by previewing our latest class availability*.
Book your class - complete and confirm your online enrolment by adding your swimmer/s information and your preferred payment method.
*Our booking system enables you to book classes up to two weeks in advance. If you're like to book further ahead, simply call your selected school.
We understand how important it is to capture moments from your child's swimming lessons. The use of phones and other recording devices at our schools are conditional to:
Seeking prior permission to any person who will appear in footage/photograph.
Seeking prior permission to publish any footage/photograph from any identifiable person/s.
Avoiding publishing personal details of individuals; this includes full names, contact information.
Under no circumstances must the devices be used in change rooms or bathrooms.
Our indoor, heated pools manage water temperature at 32 degrees year 'round to ensure our babies, children, and adults swimmers are comfortable whether it's raining, hailing or shining.
If you have any concerns about your child regulating their body temperature while in the water, add a long sleeve swimsuit or even a thermal rashie to their swim kit.