Published Sun, 6 Sept 2026
Whether you’re taking your first steps in the water or building on existing skills, everyone starts somewhere.
This spring, four City of Sydney pools are hosting Learn to Swim Come and Try Days, giving children (3 years and over) and adults, the opportunity to experience our swim school program in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Spring 2026 dates
Centre | Dates | Times |
|---|---|---|
Andrew (Boy) Charlton Pool |
| 10am to 12pm |
Cook + Phillip Park Pool |
| 1pm to 3pm |
Gunyama Park Aquatic and Recreation Centre |
| 1pm to 3pm |
Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre |
| 1pm to 3pm |
What to expect on the day

Make a day of it
Free pool entry on the day*
Giveaways and spring refreshments
Fun games for the children
*For child registrations, pool entry is for the registered child and one parent or guardian. For adult registrations, pool entry is for the registered participant only.

Meet your local swim school teachers
Talk to our qualified swim teachers, get your questions answered and receive a personalised level recommendation through a one-to-one swim assessment.
Explore your local centre and discover how our Learn to Swim program supports children and adults of all ages and abilities in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Exclusive enrolment offers on the day
Your first lesson free
A limited-edition kids swim school hooded towel (while stocks last)
Plus, you will go in the draw to win a month of lessons

Build confidence before summer
Learning to swim is about more than swimming. It helps build water confidence, develops essential life-saving skills and supports safe participation in and around the water throughout summer.
Whether you’re new to lessons or returning after a break, our team can help you find the right starting point.

Currently enrolled? Refer a friend!
If your referral attends and enrols on the day, you'll receive a free lesson credited to your account.* Simply share the registration form below and make sure they include your full name in the referral section when registering.
*Terms and conditions apply.
*Terms and conditions apply.










