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Can Swim Adult & Teen August Programs

Can Swim Program Teen Adult learn how to swim

Ahead of World Drowning Prevention Day on 25 July, Peninsula Leisure and Frankston City Council are reminding the community of the importance of water safety and encouraging people of all ages and abilities to take advantage of free opportunities to build essential swimming and water safety skills.

Thanks to continued support from Frankston City Council, two fully subsidised five-week Can Swim intensive program will commence this August, with expressions of interest now open.

Expressions of Interest

Can Swim Adult 5-Week PARC Program – August 2026

  • WHO: Adults aged 18 years and over, suitable for beginners with little to no swimming experience or confidence.
  • WHAT: This 5-week adults’ program is an opportunity for adults who have never had previous opportunities to learn how to swim or have very limited or no water safety skills or knowledge. This program teaches the basics of water safety and is a beginner step for adults to build confidence, learn basic skills and give reassurance in and around the water. Throughout 5 weeks, participants will learn how to keep themselves safe in aquatic environments, use self-survival skills/tools to save themselves and others and learn how to help identify and prevent dangers and risks in and around the water.
  • WHERE & WHEN: 5-week program at PARC. Commencing week of Monday 17 August 2026. Running Tuesdays and Thursdays in the afternoon/evening (2.55pm or 6.45pm). 
  • COST: Fully subsidised, thanks to the support of our partner Frankston City Council. We ask that you complete a pre and post program survey for us to measure outcomes and skills learnt.
  • EXPRESSION OF INTEREST: Are NOW OPEN here.

Can Swim Teen 5-Week PARC Program – August 2026

  • WHO: Teenagers aged between 13 – 17 years old, suitable for beginners with little to no swimming experience or confidence. Our teen intensive program is designed for teenagers who have had little or no prior experience in swimming or water safety. This program teaches the basics of water safety and is a beginner step for teens to build confidence, learn basic skills and give reassurance in and around the water.
  • WHAT: This 5-week teen intensive program is an opportunity for teenagers who have never had previous opportunities to learn how to swim or have very limited or no water safety skills or knowledge. Participants will gain confidence, learn essential water safety and survival skills helping them feel more comfortable joining friends in and around the water. The program supports teens to develop independence, make safer decisions and avoid risky situations in real-life settings whilst recreating in and around aquatic environments.
  • WHERE & WHEN: 5-week program at PARC. Commencing week of Monday 17 August 2026. Running Tuesdays and Thursdays in the evening at 6.45pm.
  • COST: Fully subsidised, thanks to the support of our partner Frankston City Council. We ask that you complete a pre and post program survey for us to measure outcomes and skills learnt.
  • EXPRESSION OF INTEREST: Are NOW OPEN here.

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More Can Swim programs will continue to be added to this page, so make sure you check back here as we head into summer.

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Upcoming HVAC improvement works 🚧👷

We are undertaking two important HVAC improvement projects at PARC from Monday 5 October to Friday 16 October.

Rust Air Duct Rectification Works
We`ll be replacing sections of our air ducting that supplies fresh air to our Group Exercise studios. A section of the corridor near the studios will be temporarily closed, with some lockers unavailable while works are underway. Access to Studio 2 and all Group Exercise classes will remain available as normal, with no classes impacted.

Warm Water Pool Accessible Changeroom Ventilation Upgrade
The accessible changerooms in Warm Water Pool area will be temporarily closed from Monday 5 – Friday 16 October as we install additional fresh air supply systems to both. Alternative accessible change facilities are available in the Family Change area as well as upstairs, which is accessible via the elevator. Our team will be on hand to assist members who require support.

Thank you for your patience and support as we invest in your PARC experience.

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Upcoming HVAC improvement works 🚧👷 We are undertaking two important HVAC improvement projects at PARC from Monday 5 October to Friday 16 October. Rust Air Duct Rectification Works We'll be replacing sections of our air ducting that supplies fresh air to our Group Exercise studios. A section of the corridor near the studios will be temporarily closed, with some lockers unavailable while works are underway. Access to Studio 2 and all Group Exercise classes will remain available as normal, with no classes impacted. Warm Water Pool Accessible Changeroom Ventilation Upgrade The accessible changerooms in Warm Water Pool area will be temporarily closed from Monday 5 – Friday 16 October as we install additional fresh air supply systems to both. Alternative accessible change facilities are available in the Family Change area as well as upstairs, which is accessible via the elevator. Our team will be on hand to assist members who require support. Thank you for your patience and support as we invest in your PARC experience.

Don`t miss out on the fun before it`s gone! 🐬

Tomorrow is the last day of our school holiday program, so make sure you secure your spot on Splash Island, and come on down for a day of family fun! 🤩

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Don't miss out on the fun before it's gone! 🐬 Tomorrow is the last day of our school holiday program, so make sure you secure your spot on Splash Island, and come on down for a day of family fun! 🤩

One month to go – PINES is back open Sunday 1 November! 🙌💚

Mark the date in your calendars, our sister Centre PINES is set to open for what is guaranteed to be another incredible summer by the pool on Sunday 1 November.

It’s been a longer winter, and we are excited to count down the days until we welcome our amazing community back for another season at our loved outdoor pool.

Our PINES team are working hard in preparation for Sunday 1 November, and we cannot wait to open the gates again.

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One month to go - PINES is back open Sunday 1 November! 🙌💚 Mark the date in your calendars, our sister Centre PINES is set to open for what is guaranteed to be another incredible summer by the pool on Sunday 1 November. It’s been a longer winter, and we are excited to count down the days until we welcome our amazing community back for another season at our loved outdoor pool. Our PINES team are working hard in preparation for Sunday 1 November, and we cannot wait to open the gates again.

Bring the energy with Belinda! 🤸🏼‍♀️

A foundation member and instructor since 2018, Belinda is passionate about building connection through group exercise. Belinda teaches Bodyattack, Bodystep and Core!

On the stage she loves bringing out the best in every individual, and then turning that energy into a supportive, motivating community where everyone can thrive. Off the the stage, she`s happiest in the garden or kitting after dinner.

Come for the workout, leave feeling stronger, more connected and smiling! Book your spot via our Customer Portal or Xplor App.

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Bring the energy with Belinda! 🤸🏼‍♀️ A foundation member and instructor since 2018, Belinda is passionate about building connection through group exercise. Belinda teaches Bodyattack, Bodystep and Core! On the stage she loves bringing out the best in every individual, and then turning that energy into a supportive, motivating community where everyone can thrive. Off the the stage, she's happiest in the garden or kitting after dinner. Come for the workout, leave feeling stronger, more connected and smiling! Book your spot via our Customer Portal or Xplor App.

It`s the perfect day for a swim at PARC!

The weather has served up a Melbourne classic today, so why not bring the kids into Centre, for an easy day of family fun.

🐠 Raft waterslides
🐙 Aquatic Playground
🐳 Scavenger Hunt
🪸 Balloon entertainment and facepainting
🦀 Prizes and giveaways

Visit our website to learn more about pricing and booking.

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It's the perfect day for a swim at PARC! The weather has served up a Melbourne classic today, so why not bring the kids into Centre, for an easy day of family fun. 🐠 Raft waterslides 🐙 Aquatic Playground 🐳 Scavenger Hunt 🪸 Balloon entertainment and facepainting 🦀 Prizes and giveaways Visit our website to learn more about pricing and booking.

Get ready for summer with PARC Swim ☀️🏊

Swimming lessons provide children with skills that extend far beyond the pool. Learning to swim helps children:

🏊 Develop essential water safety skills.
💧 Build confidence in aquatic environments.
💪 Improve strength, coordination and fitness.
😊 Create healthy habits that can last a lifetime.

Enrol in swimming lessons for term 4, so that your children can be safer around water this summer.

To sign up to PARC Swim, speak to a friendly member of our team or visit our website via the link in our bio.

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Get ready for summer with PARC Swim ☀️🏊 Swimming lessons provide children with skills that extend far beyond the pool. Learning to swim helps children: 🏊 Develop essential water safety skills. 💧 Build confidence in aquatic environments. 💪 Improve strength, coordination and fitness. 😊 Create healthy habits that can last a lifetime. Enrol in swimming lessons for term 4, so that your children can be safer around water this summer. To sign up to PARC Swim, speak to a friendly member of our team or visit our website via the link in our bio.

It`s the last week of school holidays! 🐬

Make sure you come and visit us before they end! Book a session on Splash Island, check out our raft waterslides, aquatic playground and more!

We can`t wait to see you at PARC! 🤩

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It's the last week of school holidays! 🐬 Make sure you come and visit us before they end! Book a session on Splash Island, check out our raft waterslides, aquatic playground and more! We can't wait to see you at PARC! 🤩

Looking for something fun to do these school holidays? 🦀

Come on down to PARC, and keep the kids entertained for hours with our school holiday program, Under the Sea! There`s lots of fun for kids, big and small.

🪼 Our inflatable obstacle course, Splash Island (bookings essential)
🐠 Rafter waterslides
🐙 Aquatic Playground
🐳 Scavenger Hunt
🪸 Balloon entertainment and facepainting
🦀 Prizes and giveaways

Visit our website to learn more about pricing and booking.

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Looking for something fun to do these school holidays? 🦀 Come on down to PARC, and keep the kids entertained for hours with our school holiday program, Under the Sea! There's lots of fun for kids, big and small. 🪼 Our inflatable obstacle course, Splash Island (bookings essential) 🐠 Rafter waterslides 🐙 Aquatic Playground 🐳 Scavenger Hunt 🪸 Balloon entertainment and facepainting 🦀 Prizes and giveaways Visit our website to learn more about pricing and booking.

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