Published Tue, 29 July 2025
We're bringing Book Week to the City's pools as part of our Learn to Swim program and your kids are invited to join the fun from 18 to 24 August!
This year’s theme, 'Book an Adventure' is the perfect way to combine some of your child’s favourite things: swimming, storytelling, dressing up, and games.
Kids can come to their swimming lessons dressed as their favourite adventure book characters — think wizards, sea explorers, or fairy-tale heroes; the list goes on!
Our swim instructors will be running themed games and story-inspired lessons, and every child will receive a special gift to take home to keep the adventure going
To help build excitement, keep an eye on our social media channels. In the lead-up to Book Week, we’ll be sharing short videos of our instructors revealing their favourite childhood books – and a sneak peek at what’s in store during Book Week.
What to expect
- Dress-ups all week long (feel free to reuse school costumes!)
- Instructors in character and themed swim activities
- A take-home gift for each child
- Teacher-led book recommendations and storytelling videos
There’s no need to register – your kids simply turn up to their usual Learn to Swim lesson in costume between 18 to 24 August and get ready for an adventure!
Let’s celebrate the joy of reading and swimming together!
