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PARC Treasure Island – Summer School Holiday Program January 2024

Ahoy matey! Get ready for a summer of swashbuckling fun at PARC!  

Gather your pirate crew and explore a far away Treasure Island, right in the heart of Frankston!  

Begin your pirate adventure at PARC these school holidays where we have created the ultimate escape for the whole family. Sun too hot outside? No problem, PARC’s got you sorted with an indoor Treasure Island school holiday program, suitable for children of all ages.  

What’s in store? 

Hunt for buried treasure, zip down the waterslide, explore the multi-story aquatic playground, splash bucket and meet a real-life mermaid! 

What’s on the program?  

We have a stacked program of fun pool deck activities including:  

  • Face painting
  • Balloon entertainment
  • Treasure Scavenger hunt
  • A special visit from Marianna the Mermaid 

Marianna the Mermaid is BACK! 

Back by popular demand, Marianna the Mermaid will be making a splash. 

One of our favourite sea guests is coming back to PARC! Marianna the Mermaid and her Pirate friend will be mingling with land walkers, taking photos, spreading mermaid glitter and taking lots of photos! 

Marianna will be visiting PARC on Friday 5 January and Friday 19 January. There are no tickets to meet her, but please expect a busier than usual centre.  

How do I buy tickets? 

You do not need to pre-book or buy a ticket to attend PARC Treasure Island. Instead, you must purchase an all-inclusive entry pass at PARC reception. You can view prices here on the casual entry tab.  

Unfortunately, there is no inflatable available during this time.  

The dates and details 

Our school holiday program will run weekdays from Tuesday 2 January to Thursday 25 January between 11am-3pm.  

Activities will run on select days, so be sure to check our calendar below for dates and times for all our pool side entertainment. 

We will also be hosting VIC Swim Intensives at PARC

Please expect a busier pool hall at times.  

Throughout January, we run intensive swimming lessons during the school holiday period. This can mean sections of the pool is being used by teachers and students for lessons.  

Lessons will run until 1.30pm during Week 2 of the School Holidays (8-12 Jan) so please plan your trip accordingly.  

We look forward to seeing you in Centre! 

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Expressions of Interest are open for our Can Swim Infant Water Familiarisation program 👶

Participate together with your child and learn the fundamentals of water familiarisation to begin their swimming and water safety journey. This program equips parents with the skills and knowledge to practise in their own time and build essential, foundational skills with their child.

Who: Children aged 6 months – 2 years 11 months (with a parent/carer in the water)
What: Learn water familiarisation fundamentals and build early safety skills together
When: Mon 23, Wed 25 & Fri 27 February 2026
Sessions: 30 mins at 8:30am or 11:10am
Cost: Fully subsidised

👉 How to apply: Submit an Expression of Interest via our website, open throughout January. Link in bio.

#CanSwim #PARCFrankston #PinesFrankston #WaterSafety #FrankstonCity #MorePeopleCanSwim

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Expressions of Interest are open for our Can Swim Infant Water Familiarisation program 👶 Participate together with your child and learn the fundamentals of water familiarisation to begin their swimming and water safety journey. This program equips parents with the skills and knowledge to practise in their own time and build essential, foundational skills with their child. Who: Children aged 6 months – 2 years 11 months (with a parent/carer in the water) What: Learn water familiarisation fundamentals and build early safety skills together When: Mon 23, Wed 25 & Fri 27 February 2026 Sessions: 30 mins at 8:30am or 11:10am Cost: Fully subsidised 👉 How to apply: Submit an Expression of Interest via our website, open throughout January. Link in bio. #CanSwim #PARCFrankston #PinesFrankston #WaterSafety #FrankstonCity #MorePeopleCanSwim

Last week of our school holiday program! 🏝️

Make sure you come and visit us before it ends! Book a session on Splash Island for a day of family fun, check out our raft waterslides, and aquatic playground.

We can`t wait to see you there 😎

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Last week of our school holiday program! 🏝️ Make sure you come and visit us before it ends! Book a session on Splash Island for a day of family fun, check out our raft waterslides, and aquatic playground. We can't wait to see you there 😎

Australia Day public holiday opening hours

We`re open Monday 26 January for the Australia Day public holiday.

The Centre will be operating on reduced public holiday hours,

– PARC Centre Hours 7am – 7pm

– Waterslides open: 10am – 6pm

– Cafe hours: 8am – 5pm

– PARC Swim: No lessons on Monday 26 January but resume Tuesday 27 January

– Group exercise: reduced timetable, see the Customer Portal for class details and to book in.


To see what services are open on the day, visit our Service Availability Report on our website, via the link in our bio.

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Australia Day public holiday opening hours We're open Monday 26 January for the Australia Day public holiday. The Centre will be operating on reduced public holiday hours, - PARC Centre Hours 7am – 7pm - Waterslides open: 10am – 6pm - Cafe hours: 8am – 5pm - PARC Swim: No lessons on Monday 26 January but resume Tuesday 27 January - Group exercise: reduced timetable, see the Customer Portal for class details and to book in. To see what services are open on the day, visit our Service Availability Report on our website, via the link in our bio.

It’s party time 🎉

PINES summer pool party is back in 2026, so gather your friends and break out the sunscreen, it’s time for some fun in the sun ☀️

Wednesday 21 Jan, 11am-2pm.
☀️ Free sausage sizzle
🐯 Free Face Painting
🛹 Free mini skate clinics from the team at Frankston Skate Park
😎 Waterslide fun (weather dependant)

Normal entry fees apply, with all activities included in entry fee.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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It’s party time 🎉 PINES summer pool party is back in 2026, so gather your friends and break out the sunscreen, it’s time for some fun in the sun ☀️ Wednesday 21 Jan, 11am-2pm. ☀️ Free sausage sizzle 🐯 Free Face Painting 🛹 Free mini skate clinics from the team at Frankston Skate Park 😎 Waterslide fun (weather dependant) Normal entry fees apply, with all activities included in entry fee. We look forward to seeing you there!

We are incredibly proud to announce that PARC has achieved Platinum Pool Status with Life Saving Victoria! 🥳

We received an outstanding Compliance Score of 100% and a Safety Score of 98.68%!

This annual assessment demonstrates our commitment to the Platinum Pool Program, which recognises aquatic facilities that meet the highest standards in aquatic safety and risk management.

Participation in this program is a mark of excellence within our industry, and achieving these scores reflects the hard work and dedication of our entire team.

A huge congratulations to our incredible Asset and Facilities team who work hard, year round to provide our members with the best experience at PARC.

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We are incredibly proud to announce that PARC has achieved Platinum Pool Status with Life Saving Victoria! 🥳 We received an outstanding Compliance Score of 100% and a Safety Score of 98.68%! This annual assessment demonstrates our commitment to the Platinum Pool Program, which recognises aquatic facilities that meet the highest standards in aquatic safety and risk management. Participation in this program is a mark of excellence within our industry, and achieving these scores reflects the hard work and dedication of our entire team. A huge congratulations to our incredible Asset and Facilities team who work hard, year round to provide our members with the best experience at PARC.

Giveaway winners! 🙌

We are excited to announce the two winners of our recent giveaway. Each winner will receive one complimentary entry into the Frankston Swim Classic.

The winners are @cpatrick27 and @domi_lia

Congratulations! 🥳

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Giveaway winners! 🙌 We are excited to announce the two winners of our recent giveaway. Each winner will receive one complimentary entry into the Frankston Swim Classic. The winners are @cpatrick27 and @domi_lia Congratulations! 🥳

How you can get your 30-20-2 at PARC 💪

Our theme for this year is 30 or 20 plus 2, a simple formula to help you move more and reach the National Physical Activity Guidelines.

Everyone’s fitness journey is different, and at PARC there are so many different ways you can achieve 30-20-2.

➡️ Moderate activity: enjoy a walk on the treadmill, try a Tai Chi or Yoga Class, or jump into the pool for some gentle lap swimming.

➡️ Vigorous activity: Join a HIIT class, try an interval session on the treadmill or bike, or get moving with Zumba.

➡️ Strength session: Complete a body weight workout, enjoy weight lifting or try a Reformer Strength class.

These are just a few fantastic options that you can choose from at PARC. This year we want to support you moving in a way that suits you. Chat to one of our friendly gym floor team members or trainers to see how you can get your 30-20-2.

#PARCfrankston #30-20-2 #movemorein2026 #frankstongym #groupexercise aquafitness reformerpilatesstudio lesmillsclasses groupfitness

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How you can get your 30-20-2 at PARC 💪 Our theme for this year is 30 or 20 plus 2, a simple formula to help you move more and reach the National Physical Activity Guidelines. Everyone’s fitness journey is different, and at PARC there are so many different ways you can achieve 30-20-2. ➡️ Moderate activity: enjoy a walk on the treadmill, try a Tai Chi or Yoga Class, or jump into the pool for some gentle lap swimming. ➡️ Vigorous activity: Join a HIIT class, try an interval session on the treadmill or bike, or get moving with Zumba. ➡️ Strength session: Complete a body weight workout, enjoy weight lifting or try a Reformer Strength class. These are just a few fantastic options that you can choose from at PARC. This year we want to support you moving in a way that suits you. Chat to one of our friendly gym floor team members or trainers to see how you can get your 30-20-2. #PARCfrankston #30-20-2 #movemorein2026 #frankstongym #groupexercise aquafitness reformerpilatesstudio lesmillsclasses groupfitness

Come join the fun at PARC! 🌴🏊‍♂️

Our school holiday programs has heaps of fun for adventures big and small! Can`t wait to see you here!

#parcfrankston #frankston #schoolholidayfun

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Come join the fun at PARC! 🌴🏊‍♂️ Our school holiday programs has heaps of fun for adventures big and small! Can't wait to see you here! #parcfrankston #frankston #schoolholidayfun

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