Gunyama ParkIan Thorpe Aquatic CentreCook + Phillip Park Pool

Kids
choose
the
theme

A fun, interactive way for Learn to Swim kids to call the shots, with voting from 15 to 22 February and the winning theme week kicking off 2 March.

Published Mon, 9 Feb 2026

Our Learn to Swim program is all about building confidence, skills and a lifelong love of the water - and now we’re adding an extra layer of excitement by inviting our swimmers to have their say and vote for their favourite lesson theme.

From Monday 16 to Sunday 22 February, after each lesson, children can collect a voting token from the info table and place it into a clear voting box for the theme they’re most excited about. With the transparent boxes on display all week, kids can watch the votes stack up and see which theme is in the lead.

For this themed week, children can choose from Superheroes, Sports Stars or Pyjama Party.

The winning theme will be announced the following week and brought to life during our themed celebration week from 2 to 8 March, adding extra colour and excitement to lessons all week long.

Themed lessons are designed to spark imagination, encourage participation and keep kids motivated, while still focusing on the essential swimming and water safety skills that are at the heart of our Learn to Swim program. From playful challenges to colourful decorations and creative activities, themed weeks help turn regular lessons into an experience kids love being part of.