Learn To Swim
Westbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre is a recognised AUSTSWIM training centre. As such we work together with AUSTSWIM to ensure Westbourne Students and community members have appropriate and relevant swimming lessons and are taught the appropriate water safety skills.

As safety is paramount at Westbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre, our Aquatic areas are patrolled by Life Saving Victoria qualified Lifeguards during operating hours. Our highly capable Lifeguards maintain constant surveillance of all patrons in the aquatic area and are trained to act immediately and appropriately in the event of an emergency.
Learn to Swim
The Westbourne Learn to swim program focuses on a learning environment where fun and inclusivity support the foundations of water safety education. Our program offers several different levels to cater to each student, ensuring all students are nurtured and developed within the program.

Our levels are organised into age groups and swimming abilities, with specific ratios for each level. To register, please email reception.sac@westbourne.vic.edu.au or call us on (03) 9731 9514.
Infant
Pre-School 3+
School Aged
Squads
Adult
Access & Inclusion
Penguin

Water familiarisation, child safety in and around the water

  • 14 months-2 yrs
  • Ratio (1:8)
  • Parents in the water
  • 30mins
Seal

Water familiarisation, child safety in and around the water

  • 2 yrs-3 yrs
  • Ratio (1:8)
  • Parents in the water
  • 30 minutes
Seahorse

Non – Swimmer. Water confidence, working towards independence and propulsion

  • Ratio (1:4)
  • 30 mins
Starfish

Introduction of Freestyle (no breathing), basic backstroke, core strength

  • Ratio (1:4)
  • 30 mins
Navy

Non – Swimmer. Water confidence, working towards independence and propulsion

  • Ratio (1:5)
  • 30mins
Green

Introduction of Freestyle bilateral breathing for 5m, basic backstroke for 5m, core strength

  • Ratio (1:5)
  • 30mins
Yellow

Freestyle and Backstroke 15 metres, introduction to Survival Backstroke and aided Breaststroke kick

  • Ratio (1:5)
  • 30mins
Bronze

Freestyle, Backstroke, survival backstroke for 25 metres. Breastroke for 12.5 metres and Butterfly kick

  • Ratio (1:6)
  • 30mins
Silver

Freestyle, Backstroke for 50 metres. Breastroke for 25 metres. Introduction to side stroke and Butterfly

  • Ratio (1:6)
  • 30mins
Gold

Freestyle, Backstroke, Survival Backstroke, Breastroke 100 metres, IM 200 metres

  • Ratio (1:7)
  • 30mins
Mini Squad

Introduction to squad like swimming without the competitive atmosphere. Stroke technique, endurance and strength

  • Ratio (1:10)
  • 1 hour

Beginner and Intermediate. – All welcome

  • Ratio (1:7)
  • 30mins

All ability and inclusive swim school – All welcome

  • Ratio 1:1 or small group with support
  • 30mins
Become a certified swimmer
Every time our Swim School students achieve a new skill level they are rewarded with an official certificate. Beginning with Penguin and progressing right through to Gold level - or they may even choose to become a mini-squad member! Complete the form below and one of our swim school team will be in touch to answer your questions and assist you to enrol.
Program Availabilities
Frequently Asked Questions
WSAC staff are happy to assist with any enquiries you may have about programs. Here is some general information to assist with your planning about joining one of our programs or accessing the WSAC.
Yes. There are bathroom facilities on the premises as well as a special device to assist swimmers with a disability to access the pool.
Onsite parking is available adjacent to the WSAC – entry through Gate C on Marquands Road.
To enrol please contact the Aquatic Department on 97319514 or email reception.sac@westbourne.vic.edu.au and someone will get back to you within 24 hours.
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