Swimming is an essential life skill. But did you know there are different types of swim programs designed to meet different needs? At PARC and Pines, we offer a range of programs to suit all ages, abilities, and goals.
Here’s a breakdown of three trusted options:
PARC Swim – Ongoing Lessons for long term progression
PARC Swim is our year-round swimming lesson membership, perfect for children who want to develop their swimming skills over time.
- Structure: Weekly lessons, designed to support long-term progression.
- Benefits: Consistent skill development, personalised guidance, and a clear learning pathway.
- Extras: PARC Swim is an ongoing membership which provides year round,unlimited access to PARC and Pines pools all year round, so your child can practice outside of their swimming lessons – and have fun in the water! PARC Swim also offers no debit periods, make up lessons if you are unwell or away, and discounts for multiple children enrolled.
- Timing: All year round, enrol when it suits you.
- Ideal for: Families looking for structured, ongoing swim lessons and skill improvement over time. PARC Swim offers classes 7 days per week, and is open for infants aged 6 months old to adults.
VICSWIM – Intensive Summer Holiday Program
VICSWIM is a summer intensive program, perfect for kids looking for a fun, focused boost in swimming over January.
- Structure: One-week intensive program with 5 x 30-minute lessons, same time each day.
- Benefits: Low-cost, intensive learning to improve swimming skills and water safety quickly.
- Timing: Runs over summer holidays at PARC and Pines.
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Ideal for: Children aged 4–12 who want a short, concentrated program to improve their swimming during the holidays.
Can Swim – Fully Funded Water Safety Program
Can Swim is a one off program focusing on the essential water safety awareness and skills to keep the Frankston community safer around the water.
- Structure: Fully funded programs teaching minimum vital skills to prevent drowning.
- Benefits: Ensures participants learn the basics of water safety and survival in the water.
- Timing: Public programs are running in January 2026, with expressions of interest open in November 2025.
- Ideal for: Families looking for essential water safety awareness and lifesaving skills at no cost, ensuring everyone can be safe in and around water.
Which program is right for your child?
- Long-term skill development & year-round access, weekly membership free: PARC Swim
- Holiday intensive, low-cost skill boost, $43 for the week: VICSWIM
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Essential water safety to prevent drownings, for free: Can Swim
No matter your child’s age or ability, there’s a program to keep them safe, confident, and having fun in the water!
