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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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Have you tried one of our yummy treats from the Café? 🧁

Next time you`re in Centre, make sure to pop by the Café and grab one of our delicious cakes or muffins!

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Have you tried one of our yummy treats from the Café? 🧁 Next time you're in Centre, make sure to pop by the Café and grab one of our delicious cakes or muffins!

Aussie! Aussie! Aussie! 💚💛

This week, our PARC Swim team have organised some Commonwealth Games themed fun, to celebrate our Aussie athletes, who are absolutely dominating this year! 🥇

To celebrate, our PARC Swim teachers will include a small segment in this week’s lessons, using our snakes and ladders game, aligning a swimming activity with a participating sporting event 🏊🏃

Make sure to check out our activity table, and show support for Australia, or any other participating country by wearing their colours to your lesson this week! 

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Aussie! Aussie! Aussie! 💚💛 This week, our PARC Swim team have organised some Commonwealth Games themed fun, to celebrate our Aussie athletes, who are absolutely dominating this year! 🥇 To celebrate, our PARC Swim teachers will include a small segment in this week’s lessons, using our snakes and ladders game, aligning a swimming activity with a participating sporting event 🏊🏃 Make sure to check out our activity table, and show support for Australia, or any other participating country by wearing their colours to your lesson this week! 

Have you heard of Habit Stacking? 🤔

It`s a great way to add movement into your day by pairing small exercises with habits you already do – helping you be active and achieve 30-20-2, even when life is busy!

You can incorporate simple exercises into your daily task, such as:
– Squats while the kettle boils – turn waiting time into movement time.
– Calf raises while brushing your teeth – two minutes of strength, twice a day.
– Lunges down the hallway – every trip becomes a mini workout.
– Marching on the spot while folding laundry- complete some of your vigorous or moderate exercise every trip.
– Glute squeezes while sitting at your desk – perfect for busy workdays.

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 Habit Stacking? 🤔 It's a great way to add movement into your day by pairing small exercises with habits you already do - helping you be active and achieve 30-20-2, even when life is busy! You can incorporate simple exercises into your daily task, such as: - Squats while the kettle boils - turn waiting time into movement time. - Calf raises while brushing your teeth - two minutes of strength, twice a day. - Lunges down the hallway - every trip becomes a mini workout. - Marching on the spot while folding laundry- complete some of your vigorous or moderate exercise every trip. - Glute squeezes while sitting at your desk - perfect for busy workdays. 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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World Drowning Prevention Day is coming up this week, it`s never too late to learn how to swim!

Expressions of Interest are open for two fully subsidised Can Swim community programs for
🏊 Teens
🏊 Adults

Our 5-week intensive Can Swim programs are for Teens and Adults who have never learnt how to swim. Participants will gain confidence around the water and learn essential water safety and survival skills.

📅 5 Week Can Swim Programs, commencing Monday 17 August
🏊 Who: Two Programs, one is for Teenagers aged 13-17 and the other is Adults aged 18+, with little to no swimming experience or confidence
🕣 Commitment: 1x 45minute session per week, over 5 weeks
🩵 Cost: Fully subsidised by Peninsula Leisure and Frankston City Council

Expression of interest opened Monday 20 July and will be closing Sunday 9 August. Visit Peninsula Leisure’s website, via the link in our bio, for more information.

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World Drowning Prevention Day is coming up this week, it's never too late to learn how to swim! Expressions of Interest are open for two fully subsidised Can Swim community programs for 🏊 Teens 🏊 Adults Our 5-week intensive Can Swim programs are for Teens and Adults who have never learnt how to swim. Participants will gain confidence around the water and learn essential water safety and survival skills. 📅 5 Week Can Swim Programs, commencing Monday 17 August 🏊 Who: Two Programs, one is for Teenagers aged 13-17 and the other is Adults aged 18+, with little to no swimming experience or confidence 🕣 Commitment: 1x 45minute session per week, over 5 weeks 🩵 Cost: Fully subsidised by Peninsula Leisure and Frankston City Council Expression of interest opened Monday 20 July and will be closing Sunday 9 August. Visit Peninsula Leisure’s website, via the link in our bio, for more information.

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