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 a Swim Lesson Trial Weekend, 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

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
A limited-edition kids swim school hooded towel (while stocks last)
On the day offers
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.

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.

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.










