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Free swim and water safety programs for Frankston this summer

Learn vital water safety skills – for free – with our fully subsidised More People Can Swim programs this summer! 

This January, Peninsula Leisure, in partnership with Frankston City Council, is offering a series of free, fully subsidised swim programs through our Can Swim initiative. These programs are designed to help people of all ages build confidence and essential water safety skills — from little beginners to teens and families. 

Whether you’re a parent wanting your child to feel safe around water, a teen looking to learn the basics, or a family wanting to learn about water safety together, there’s a program for everyone. 

More People Can Swim January Programs at a Glance 

Can Swim Junior Beach Water Safety 3 Day Program (5–10 years) 

Perfect for little beginners ready to explore the water safely. 

  • When: 7, 8 & 9 January 
  • Times: 9:00am–9:45am or 9:45am–10:30am 
  • Where: Frankston Beach 

Can Swim Late-Primary Beach Water Safety 3 Day Program (10–12 years) 

Ideal for Grade 5–6 students preparing for high school and needing confidence around open water. 

  • When: 7, 8 & 9 January 
  • Time: 10:40am–11:25am 
  • Where: Frankston Beach 

Can Swim Teen Beach Water Safety 3 Day Program (13–17 years) 

Tailored for teens with little or no swim experience to develop vital water safety and awareness skills. 

  • When: 7, 8 & 9 January 
  • Time: 11:25am–12:10pm 
  • Where: Frankston Beach 

Can Swim Pre-Teen Water Safety 3 Day Program (10–12 years) 

A fun mix of in-water learning and on-land safety activities. 

  • When: 14, 15 & 16 January 
  • Time: 10:30am–11:15am (in water) + 11:30am–12:00pm (add-on activity) 
  • Where: PARC 

Can Swim Teen Life Water Safety 3 Day Program (13–17 years) 

Empowering teens with real-life water safety skills to use in and around pools and the beach. 

  • When: 14, 15 & 16 January 
  • Time: 10:30am–11:15am (in water) + 11:30am–12:00pm (add-on activity) 
  • Where: PARC 

Can Swim Family Water Safety Drop In Sessions  

Learn together as a family – from kids to grandparents – in a relaxed, supportive environment. 

Coming in February 

  • Can Swim Adult 6-Week Intensive Program 
  • Can Swim Infant Water Familiarisation 3-Day Program 
  • More details coming soon! 

How to get involved 

Ready to join a free program? Simply complete an Expression of Interest form for your preferred program on our website here.

Expressions of Interest are open throughout November 2025, for programs running in January 2026. Register your interest here: https://peninsulaleisure.com.au/can-swim/  

For questions, contact our More People Can Swim Team at can.swim@peninsulaleisure.com.au  

About More People Can Swim 

In partnership with Frankston City Council, Can Swim is Peninsula Leisure’s community-focused initiative designed to break down barriers to swimming education. By offering free, fully subsidised programs, we’re helping ensure everyone in Frankston has the opportunity to feel safe, confident, and capable in the water. 

 

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Get safer for summer ☀️ 🏊
Spring is in the air and summer is on it`s way. Get ready for warmer days by the pool or beach with upcoming Can Swim programs for adults, infants, school aged children and beachgoers.

Can Swim offers free swimming and water safety programs for the Frankston community, helping you build confidence in and around the water and develop essential skills to enjoy summer safely.

Fully Subsidised September Programs include:
– 3 Day Infant Water Familiarisation Program
– 4 Day School Holiday Intensive Program
– Drop In Family Water Safety Sessions

These programs are designed for people who cannot swim or who have not had the opportunity to participate in swimming lessons. Find out which programs are coming up and express your interest via the link in our bio.

#PARC #morepeoplecanswim #Frankston

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Get safer for summer ☀️ 🏊 Spring is in the air and summer is on it's way. Get ready for warmer days by the pool or beach with upcoming Can Swim programs for adults, infants, school aged children and beachgoers. Can Swim offers free swimming and water safety programs for the Frankston community, helping you build confidence in and around the water and develop essential skills to enjoy summer safely. Fully Subsidised September Programs include: - 3 Day Infant Water Familiarisation Program - 4 Day School Holiday Intensive Program - Drop In Family Water Safety Sessions These programs are designed for people who cannot swim or who have not had the opportunity to participate in swimming lessons. Find out which programs are coming up and express your interest via the link in our bio. #PARC #morepeoplecanswim #Frankston

Frankston is excited to turn 60, and you should be too! 💪🥳

Our Active Life membership is for people over 60, and gives you access to:
– Our state-of-the-art gym floor
– Hundreds of group exercise classes, including access to our dedicated PARC Reformer Pilates Studio
– Unlimited access to our pools, incl water playground and slides
– Community access to PARC Plus
– And more!

Active Life members have access to PARC from 5am-4pm on weekdays and all day on weekends. To learn more, speak to a member of our friendly Sales team, or head to our website.

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Frankston is excited to turn 60, and you should be too! 💪🥳 Our Active Life membership is for people over 60, and gives you access to: - Our state-of-the-art gym floor - Hundreds of group exercise classes, including access to our dedicated PARC Reformer Pilates Studio - Unlimited access to our pools, incl water playground and slides - Community access to PARC Plus - And more! Active Life members have access to PARC from 5am-4pm on weekdays and all day on weekends. To learn more, speak to a member of our friendly Sales team, or head to our website.

Join Team PARC and get moving this September! 🚶🏊🏋️‍♀️

We are excited to be joining AUSactive’s Million Moves challenge – a fun, 21-day physical activity challenge starting on Tuesday 1 September. The Million Moves challenge is all about supporting people be more active in an inclusive and accessible way, that suit their individual abilities, lifestyles, and goals.

The rules are simple; 1 minute of movement = 1 move. Whether it`s a leisurely stroll, a strength workout in the gym, or enjoying some laps in the pool, every move counts.

Sign up and join Team PARC!
1. Visit millionmoves.org.au/signup
2. Select ‘Sign up as an individual`
3. Search PARC and click on TEAMPARC, then click ‘Join’
4. Set up your account and complete profile
5. Click ‘Add Activity’ to log your moves from Tuesday 1 September

This challenge is open to everyone, whether you are an athlete or just starting your fitness journey, every move matters. Head to the link in our bio to join.

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Join Team PARC and get moving this September! 🚶🏊🏋️‍♀️ We are excited to be joining AUSactive’s Million Moves challenge – a fun, 21-day physical activity challenge starting on Tuesday 1 September. The Million Moves challenge is all about supporting people be more active in an inclusive and accessible way, that suit their individual abilities, lifestyles, and goals. The rules are simple; 1 minute of movement = 1 move. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, a strength workout in the gym, or enjoying some laps in the pool, every move counts. Sign up and join Team PARC! 1. Visit millionmoves.org.au/signup 2. Select ‘Sign up as an individual' 3. Search PARC and click on TEAMPARC, then click ‘Join’ 4. Set up your account and complete profile 5. Click ‘Add Activity’ to log your moves from Tuesday 1 September This challenge is open to everyone, whether you are an athlete or just starting your fitness journey, every move matters. Head to the link in our bio to join.

You`re invited to participate in our PARC Customer Satisfaction Survey. 🗣️

By participating in the survey, you will help us to improve our services, facilities and programs here at PARC.

This survey should take around 10 minutes to complete and is open until Sunday 30 August. All completed surveys go into the draw to win 1 of 3 $100 Rebel Sport Vouchers.

Complete our survey via the link in our bio.

Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback.

#PARCFrankston #satisfactionsurvey #haveyoursay

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You're invited to participate in our PARC Customer Satisfaction Survey. 🗣️ By participating in the survey, you will help us to improve our services, facilities and programs here at PARC. This survey should take around 10 minutes to complete and is open until Sunday 30 August. All completed surveys go into the draw to win 1 of 3 $100 Rebel Sport Vouchers. Complete our survey via the link in our bio. Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. #PARCFrankston #satisfactionsurvey #haveyoursay

Have you heard of Incidental Exercise? 🧹🚶‍♀️

Incidental exercise is physical activity that occurs naturally as part of your daily routine! It’s the small bursts of activity you accumulate throughout the day, such as carrying in the groceries, or playing with the kids, that helps you achieve your 30-20-2.

Some examples of Incidental Exercise are:
– Doing housework like vacuuming, mopping, or gardening
– Walking up stairs instead of taking elevator or escalator
– Parking further away from your destination to get your steps up
– Walking during lunch breaks, or having a standing meeting

Remember, all movement counts! 🌟

For more information about 30-20-2, or helpful resources and workouts to get you moving, head to our Digital Hub.

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Have you heard of Incidental Exercise? 🧹🚶‍♀️ Incidental exercise is physical activity that occurs naturally as part of your daily routine! It’s the small bursts of activity you accumulate throughout the day, such as carrying in the groceries, or playing with the kids, that helps you achieve your 30-20-2. Some examples of Incidental Exercise are: - Doing housework like vacuuming, mopping, or gardening - Walking up stairs instead of taking elevator or escalator - Parking further away from your destination to get your steps up - Walking during lunch breaks, or having a standing meeting Remember, all movement counts! 🌟 For more information about 30-20-2, or helpful resources and workouts to get you moving, head to our Digital Hub.

How cute it this?! 🦄

Our Cafe team always know how to add a little magic into your day! ✨

#PARC #Cafe #Frankston #PARCFrankston

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How cute it this?! 🦄 Our Cafe team always know how to add a little magic into your day! ✨ #PARC #Cafe #Frankston #PARCFrankston

Help us ensure PARC is a safe venue for the whole community to enjoy 🏊

At PARC, we participate in the statewide Watch Around Water program. Watch Around Water is an education and public awareness-raising program that defines the minimum supervision requirements for children in a pool setting.

When visiting PARC, your child will be given a coloured wristband, based on their age. These wristbands help our lifeguards identify the level of supervison required for your child, and support a safe aquatic environment for everyone.

Learn more about the Watch Around Water program, via the link in our bio.

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Help us ensure PARC is a safe venue for the whole community to enjoy 🏊 At PARC, we participate in the statewide Watch Around Water program. Watch Around Water is an education and public awareness-raising program that defines the minimum supervision requirements for children in a pool setting. When visiting PARC, your child will be given a coloured wristband, based on their age. These wristbands help our lifeguards identify the level of supervison required for your child, and support a safe aquatic environment for everyone. Learn more about the Watch Around Water program, via the link in our bio.

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