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Train like an Olympian – Swimming

Feeling inspired by the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games? Try this workout to get results in the pool!

If you’re like us, watching the Aussies dominate in the water has got you wanting to get in the pool!

Our trainers are here to help and have put together a swimming program in our PARC Fit app, which incorporates both water and dryland exercises so you can get the best results in the pool.

Dryland training takes place, you guessed it, on dry land. The goal is to use strength and conditioning exercises to increase power, mobility, and flexibility. For swimmers, this means the ultimate goal is to become more explosive in the water, increase speed and stroke rate, and improve distance per stroke. This type of training is also designed to reduce the risk of injury. 

Here are our top 7 exercises to do in the gym so you can see results in the water!

  1. Push-ups
  2. Pullups
  3. Squats
  4. Jump Rope
  5. Flutter Kicks
  6. Superman
  7. Russian Twist

Visit the PARC Fit app to see the different swimming workouts of the day. With the programs ranging from beginners to advanced, there is something to help all levels of skill.

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‼️ Reminder: Upcoming closure Monday 8 December & Tuesday 9 December ‼️

Please be aware that we have area closures across Monday and Tuesday.

CLOSED: Monday 8 December closures, 7.00am – 3.30pm
– Warm Water Pool Hall, including spa, sauna and team room
– Group Exercise Studio 1
– Group Exercise Studio 2
– Allied Health Suites

CLOSED: Tuesday 9 December closures, 7.00am – 9.00am
– Main entrance – members and guests will be able to access the building via the Group Entry on the main carpark side of the building. Staff will be onsite to support and direct visitors.
– Cafe
– Sections of the gym floor including the stretching area and InBody Scan area. No machines will be impacted.

For more information, visit our blog via the link in our bio.
We thank you for your patience as we work to improve your PARC experience.

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‼️ Reminder: Upcoming closure Monday 8 December & Tuesday 9 December ‼️ Please be aware that we have area closures across Monday and Tuesday. CLOSED: Monday 8 December closures, 7.00am - 3.30pm - Warm Water Pool Hall, including spa, sauna and team room - Group Exercise Studio 1 - Group Exercise Studio 2 - Allied Health Suites CLOSED: Tuesday 9 December closures, 7.00am - 9.00am - Main entrance - members and guests will be able to access the building via the Group Entry on the main carpark side of the building. Staff will be onsite to support and direct visitors. - Cafe - Sections of the gym floor including the stretching area and InBody Scan area. No machines will be impacted. For more information, visit our blog via the link in our bio. We thank you for your patience as we work to improve your PARC experience.

🛟 This week at PARC was Water Safety Week 🛟

Our fabulous PARC Swim team had stations set up across the Centre for parents and students to interact with and learn all about the importance, and different kinds of water safety.

#PARCFrankston #watersafety #watersafetyweek #parcswim

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🛟 This week at PARC was Water Safety Week 🛟 Our fabulous PARC Swim team had stations set up across the Centre for parents and students to interact with and learn all about the importance, and different kinds of water safety. #PARCFrankston #watersafety #watersafetyweek #parcswim

Upcoming closures at PARC 🏗️👷‍♂️
From Monday 8 to Friday 12 December, we’ll be replacing our main rooftop chiller unit. These works will require a crane on site. To keep our members and guests safe, we will be closing key areas of the building.

CLOSED: Monday 8 December closures, 7.00am – 3.30pm
– Warm Water Pool Hall, including spa, sauna and team room
– Group Exercise Studio 1
– Group Exercise Studio 2
– Allied Health Suites

The Main Pool Hall, Gym, Cycle Studio and Reformer Studio will be open as normal.

CLOSED: Tuesday 9 December closures, 7.00am – 9.00am
Main entrance – members and guests will be able to access the building via the Group Entry on the main carpark side of the building. Staff will be onsite to support and direct visitors.
– Cafe
– Sections of the gym floor

There will also be impacts to parking, with areas of the carpark closed to accommodate the crane.
To learn more about the upcoming works, please visit our website via the link in bio.

Thank you for your understanding and patience.

#PARCFrankston

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Upcoming closures at PARC 🏗️👷‍♂️ From Monday 8 to Friday 12 December, we’ll be replacing our main rooftop chiller unit. These works will require a crane on site. To keep our members and guests safe, we will be closing key areas of the building. CLOSED: Monday 8 December closures, 7.00am - 3.30pm - Warm Water Pool Hall, including spa, sauna and team room - Group Exercise Studio 1 - Group Exercise Studio 2 - Allied Health Suites The Main Pool Hall, Gym, Cycle Studio and Reformer Studio will be open as normal. CLOSED: Tuesday 9 December closures, 7.00am - 9.00am Main entrance - members and guests will be able to access the building via the Group Entry on the main carpark side of the building. Staff will be onsite to support and direct visitors. - Cafe - Sections of the gym floor There will also be impacts to parking, with areas of the carpark closed to accommodate the crane. To learn more about the upcoming works, please visit our website via the link in bio. Thank you for your understanding and patience. #PARCFrankston

Join us at PARC today from 12.30pm – 3pm for a fun and inclusive Community Fundraising BBQ as we celebrate International Day of People with Disability! đź’™

Every dollar raised will go directly towards our Community Participation Fund, helping subsidise important allied health and capacity-building programs that many of our clients would otherwise be unable to access.

Come along, enjoy a delicious BBQ, connect with the community, and support meaningful opportunities for people with disability.

#parcfrankston #frankston #internationaldayofpeoplewithdisability #bbq #communityfundraiser

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Join us at PARC today from 12.30pm - 3pm for a fun and inclusive Community Fundraising BBQ as we celebrate International Day of People with Disability! đź’™ Every dollar raised will go directly towards our Community Participation Fund, helping subsidise important allied health and capacity-building programs that many of our clients would otherwise be unable to access. Come along, enjoy a delicious BBQ, connect with the community, and support meaningful opportunities for people with disability. #parcfrankston #frankston #internationaldayofpeoplewithdisability #bbq #communityfundraiser

National Water Safety Week starts tomorrow! 🛟

Our PARC Swim teachers will be focusing on water safety exercises during swimming lessons this week.

PARC Swim families, remember to bring old clothes or pajamas to your lessons to wear over your swimwear. đź‘•

#PARCFrankston #WaterSafetyWeek

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National Water Safety Week starts tomorrow! 🛟 Our PARC Swim teachers will be focusing on water safety exercises during swimming lessons this week. PARC Swim families, remember to bring old clothes or pajamas to your lessons to wear over your swimwear. 👕 #PARCFrankston #WaterSafetyWeek

Wow! We are just blown away by the generosity of our PARC community 🤩

Our giving tree has been overflowing with gifts for families in need this Christmas. A massive thank you to everyone who has donated so far đź’™

If you would like to donate, we are accepting gifts and non-perishable items up until Friday 12 December. Let`s keep spreading joy in our wonderful community this Christmas season! 🎄

#PARCFrankston #ChristmasGivingTree #Christmasgiftdonations #christmasappeal

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Wow! We are just blown away by the generosity of our PARC community 🤩 Our giving tree has been overflowing with gifts for families in need this Christmas. A massive thank you to everyone who has donated so far 💙 If you would like to donate, we are accepting gifts and non-perishable items up until Friday 12 December. Let's keep spreading joy in our wonderful community this Christmas season! 🎄 #PARCFrankston #ChristmasGivingTree #Christmasgiftdonations #christmasappeal

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