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PINES is set to open for 2024/2025 summer season

With warmer days quickly approaching, Frankston City and Frankston North locals can look forward to the season open of the Pines Forest Aquatic Centre for the 2024/2025 summer season on Friday 1 November.

Peninsula Leisure Operations Manager Jarrah Wynne is excited to welcome the community back to the 40-year-old local outdoor pool. Time spent at the much loved PINES over summer is a tradition for many families and individuals in the Frankston community.

“We’re excited to welcome everyone back to the PINES pool for another fantastic summer season. It’s the perfect spot to unwind, stay active, and create lasting memories under the sun. We’re fortunate to have such a fantastic outdoor community space right here in Frankston. Our team has worked hard to ensure the pool is ready for a fun, safe, and memorable season.” said Mr Wynne.

Welcome back to our Centre Leader, Chiara!
We are very happy to welcome back Chiara, who will again be taking on the role of PINES Leader this season. Chiara oversaw Pines’ biggest season yet, with 43,251 attendances, the launch of our Quiet Hour Swim pilot program, a season extension and countless events for the community. She was recognised for her work as Centre Leader last season when she received Peninsula Leisure’s Most Valuable Employee award for her hard work and dedication, and we are thrilled to have her leading the Pines team again.

Chiara is looking forward to another big season at PINES and welcoming back our incredible community of lap swimmers, families and schools over the coming months.

“I am very excited to be back working with the PINES community, continuing to create a welcoming space for everyone to enjoy. I can’t wait to get started and share what is going to be a fantastic and hot summer with everyone.”

Keep up to date with what’s happening at PINES
We’ll be sharing lots of updates on our Facebook page in the lead up to our open day, as well as fun exciting news about our Free Family Fridays and other community events. Be sure to follow us to keep in the know.

We can’t wait to see you at Pines!
We’re counting down the days until we open the gates and welcome our amazing PINES family once again to our award-winning pool.

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✨LAST CHANCE - DON'T MISS OUT ✨

Entries for the 2024 Rotary Peninsula 2.0's Birth Tree are closing midnight tomorrow! 🌳

Any child born in 2024 can join the birth tree, celebrating a lifelong connection in the Frankston community.

Entries close midnight 31st January 2025, for all babies born in 2024. 

You can purchase a place on the birth tree by heading to our website in the link below. Or for older children, you can add them to the Family Garden. Find out more via link in bio

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ITS GIVEAWAY TIME 🙌 🏊

We have two complimentary entries into the Frankston Swim Classic on Saturday 8 February. Tell us why you want to join the Classic in the comments, and go into the draw to receive a one of these complimentary entries. 

Winners will be drawn Monday 3 February.

About the Frankston Swim Classic 
When: Saturday 8 February 2025
What: Three events - 400m, 1.2km and 2.5km swims

Registrations via the Frankston Swim Classic website - Link in bio

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Bookings are open for PARC Fit Outdoor Term 1! 

Don't miss out on the ultimate outdoor fitness adventure 🏃☀️ 
 
PARC Fit Outdoor is back for 2025, offering a bootcamp-style program in the beautiful surrounds of Frankston. Join now and reserve your spot for 8 weeks of energising sessions with experienced trainers. 
 
Limited spots available – secure your spot today via the website, link in bio
 
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PARC Swim term 1 starts today 🎉

We hope you're ready to SNAP back into action after a relaxing yet fun holiday period. Our swimming teachers are ready to PUFF up your child's confidence, giving them the skills to FLY through the water 🏊

Its time to watch your TADpoles grow into swimming champions! We can't wait to see you all back in the pool for PARC Swim term 1. 

To learn more about our PARC Swim membership, speak to our friendly team in Centre or email membership.parc@peninsulaleisure.com.au 

#PARCFrankston #PARCSwim #Swimmingclassforkids #Learntoswim
Australia Day public holiday opening hours 
 
We're open Monday 27 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 27 January but resume Tuesday 28 January 
Group exercise: reduced timetable, see the Customer Portal for class details and to book in. 
 
Don’t miss out, Sunday 26 January is the last day of our Summer Splash Island school holiday program, PARC will be open with it’s usual hours, 7am – 7pm. 
 
To see what services are open on the day, visit our Service Availability Report here via the link in bio

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Checking in is as easy as 1, 2, 3!

Our new Kiosk check-in process has streamlined the group exercise check in process.

Step 1 - Scan your member band

Step 2 - Press the "Attend" button on the class/es you wish to attend

Step 3 - Press "Sign out" 

All done! time to enjoy your group exercise class 😊

Don't forget to download the Peninsula Leisure Xplor App, now available on Apple and Android today. For more information please visit our blog via the website link in bio

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Join us today at 11am for Storytime with Frankston Library 📚

Let's learn about water safety with our friends from Frankston Library. Hydro will make a splashy appearance, and together we’ll explore essential water safety tips like:

Recognising water hazards ⚠️
Supervision around water 👀
Responding in emergencies 🚨

At PARC, we’re on a mission to make every family in Frankston safer around water. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn valuable life skills.

For more information please visit the Frankston Library website via the link in bio

We hope to see you there!

#PARCFrankston #FrankstonLibrary #Storytime #Lifeskills #Watersafety #Hydro
Learn to swim with confidence - safety is your best stroke 🏊
 
PARC Swim classes guide your child as they learn to swim in a safe and encouraging environment. Watch your child build the skills and confidence they need to be safer, more competent swimmers. 
 
A PARC Swim membership offers: 
- Weekly swim class 
- Unlimited access to PARC outside of your lesson for play and practise 
Classes from 6 months old to adults 
- Assessments each term to assist development and progression 
- A uniquely structured program that groups by age and skill level 
- Make-up classes if student is unwell or unable to attend 
 
Secure your spot for term 1 with our PARC Swim membership. 
 
To learn more about our PARC Swim membership, speak to our friendly team in Centre or email membership.parc@peninsulaleisure.com.au 

#PARCFrankston #PARCSwim #LearntoSwim #Lifeskills #Swimmingclasses

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