How to enrol
Our program is designed to provide a safe and enjoyable learning experience for students of all ages and skill levels.
Our experienced instructors use fun and engaging activities to teach fundamental swimming skills such as water safety, breath control, and stroke development. We also emphasise the importance of building confidence and having fun in the water.
With our online enrolment process, it has never been easier. Click the link below to answer a series of questions to find the right class for you or your child. Once we find you a class, you will be able to view all class times and register in a few easy steps.
Important information about our program
Our Learn to Swim program is a flexible perpetual program that runs throughout the year, suspending only on public holidays and a December/January shutdown period. You can enrol anytime when it suits you, no need to wait for the new school term. Each swimming lesson runs for 30 minutes.
The program is accessible and affordable with our fortnightly direct debit payments.
We're an approved Active Kids provider. Please note the following important information about redeeming your Active Kids voucher:
- Active Kids vouchers cannot be redeemed online. Please contact our swim school via email to have your voucher applied to your account, this can be done after your initial booking and will be added as a credit.
- Vouchers can be used only one time and no refund can be provided on redeemed vouchers.
Free pool access outside of lessons for enrolled students
Enrolment in our Learn to Swim program also provides your child with unlimited free pool access at all Inner West Aquatic Centres so they can practice swimming outside of lessons. Whether it’s some splashy fun or working on those kickboard drills, we encourage you to make the most of this benefit. The more time in the water, the better the progress!
Free entry applies to the enrolled student only, standard entry fees apply for the supervising parent or guardian. Children aged 14 and under must be supervised by a responsible person aged 16 or over. All Inner West Aquatic Centres follow the Royal Life Saving Society Keep Watch at Public Pools supervision guidelines.
| Swimmer age | Supervision requirement |
|---|---|
| 0-5 year olds and non-swimmers | Stay within arms reach |
| 6-10 year olds and weak swimmers | Be close, be prepared and maintain constant visual contact |
| 11-14 year olds | Maintain visual contact |
How to guides
Please download the pdf guides below for instructions on how to complete your online enrolment.
Contact us
Please contact us on 9392 5400 or email us at the centre you wish to attend if you have any questions or need assistance enrolling in our program.
Annette Kellerman Aquatic Centre: akac.swimschool@innerwest.nsw.gov.au
Ashfield Aquatic Centre: aac.swimschool@innerwest.nsw.gov.au
Leichhardt Park Aquatic Centre: lpac.swimschool@innerwest.nsw.gov.au