Learn to Swim programs for infants, children and adults are taught at the Footscray Park Aquatic & Fitness Centre Swim School.
Our experienced, qualified teachers conduct all classes.
We keep our classes small to provide the best opportunity for learning.
Your membership includes:
All costs listed are in Australian dollars and are per class.
| Class | Full fee | Concession/VU student or staff discount |
|---|---|---|
| Infant and children | $21.50 | $19.85 |
| Senior swim and survive | $25.00 | $23.00 |
| Adult beginner | $30.00 | $30.00 VU students can apply for subsidised swimming and water safety lessons |
| Adult intermediate | $30.00 | $30.00 |
Payments will be deducted on the first business day of each month from your chosen bank account. The amount debited will be the sum of the total number of lessons in the month.
You will not be charged for:
Once you have enrolled your booking will be ongoing until you cancel your membership.
Please note, we take a break from lessons during school holidays.
To cancel your membership please complete a cancellation form or email vuafc@vu.edu.au 5 working days prior to the end of the month to stop the next month’s direct debit.
Please speak to our friendly reception staff to request a cancellation form.
All children under the age of 12 years must be actively supervised by a parent/guardian 16 years and over at all times, including before, during & after their swimming lesson.
As such, the use of phones, laptops, reading materials and other items that detract from supervision are not permitted.
Any child under the age of 5 years that is swimming before or after their lesson must have a parent or guardian in the water and within arm's reach.
Learn to swim in our 25-metre heated swimming pool.
Term one, 2023: Monday 30 January – Thursday 6 April.
Term two, 2023: Monday 24 April - Sunday 25 June.
Term three, 2023: Monday 10 July - Sunday 17 September.
Term four, 2023: Monday 2 October - Friday 22 December.
Current Swim School members have access to the pool during school holidays.
Lessons will not run on public holidays or University closures.
Refer to the academic calendar for a full list of when the facility may be closed.
Water familiarisation classes for infants are a great way to introduce your child to water through fun and games.
Children's swim classes are held seven days a week.
Students will work towards achieving the following criteria within this level:
Students will work towards achieving the following criteria within this level:
Students will work towards achieving the following criteria within this level:
Students will work towards achieving the following criteria in this level:
Students will work towards achieving the following criteria in this level:
Students will work towards achieving the following criteria in this level:
Students will work towards achieving the following criteria in this level:
Students will work towards achieving the following criteria in this level:
Students will work towards achieving the following criteria in level 9:
During the school holidays we have an intensive swimming program. Each child takes part in a 30-minute class daily Monday to Friday. Continual learning is extremely beneficial to help your child to build and progress skills quickly.
The next intensive swimming program will be held 26-30 June and 3-7 July.
Looking for some school holiday fun? Encourage your kids to get active at our school holiday sports programs.
We offer water familiarisation, beginner and intermediate swimming lessons as well as a swimming lap club for adults.
We are proud to provide Learn to Swim programs for Victoria University students, staff and to the public.
Choose one lesson time for the term. Free access to the pool outside of lesson times is included in the Swim School membership.
Feeling tentative about starting beginner swim lessons? Try our water familiarisation class for adults. The class is suited for adults who have no experience with swimming or even being in a pool.
Our specially designed lessons will also suit adults that experience anxiety or feel uncomfortable in and around the water. It’s a slower paced lesson, teaching safe entry and exits to and from the water, getting familiar with walking around in the water and building to basic swim and water safety skills like floating, submerging, blowing bubbles and a little bit of swimming short distances. Students will then progress to our Adult Beginners class.
Victoria University students are eligible for a discounted rate. This initiative is funded from the Student Services & Amenities Fees (SSAF).
Lessons offered: Mondays, 7pm–7.45pm.
You will receive 45-minute swim classes at the Footscray Park Aquatic Centre to learn how to be confident in water. You'll learn the basics, including water safety, stroke techniques, and survival skills. Classes are designed for beginners with little or no water experience.
Victoria University students are eligible for a discounted rate. This initiative is funded from the Student Services & Amenities Fees (SSAF).
Lessons offered:
The intermediate class is designed for adults with some swimming experience who want to focus on stroke technique and stamina.
Lessons offered:
Our Lap Club is for swimmers who have graduated from our intermediate class or can comfortably swim 75 metres.
Whether your goal is to refine your stroke technique, improve your fitness or stamina, prepare for a competition or event, learn how to create your own swim workouts, master tumble turns or just make a few new friends with a common interest, our coaching instructor will help you further your swimming journey.
Club Sessions: Monday 7.15–8am
We offer a range of swimming lessons to suit you.
You can make a booking online, or in person during the pool opening hours at the VU Aquatic and Fitness Centre Reception, Building L, level 0 of the Footscray Park Campus.
You can book online for:
Enjoy free access to the pool outside of lesson times.
Information is available in person from the Footscray Park Aquatic and Fitness Centre reception, Building L, level 0.
For further details or bookings contact:
Reception: +61 3 9919 4460
Email: vuafc@vu.edu.au
