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VICSWIM Summer Kidz Intensives are back for 2026 

Get ready for summer fun and swimming skills in the pool. VICSWIM’s popular holiday swim program returns this January at PARC and Pines! 

This low-cost, intensive program is perfect for kids aged 4–12, helping them build swimming skills and water safety knowledge in a fun, structured environment. Each week-long program includes 5 x 30-minute lessons, run by our qualified and experienced PARC Swim Teachers, with lessons held at the same time each day. 

Program Dates & Times: 

PINES 

  • Week 1: 5–9 January | 8:00am – 3:00pm 
  • Week 2: 12–16 January | 8:00am – 3:00pm 

PARC 

  • Week 3: 19–23 January | 8:30am – 1:00pm 

Cost: $43 per week, which includes all 5 lessons from Monday to Friday, and access to the pool. 

Who can join? VICSWIM is open to children aged 4–12 years. 

Booking Info: Bookings open at 10am on Wednesday 12 November. Head to vicswim.com.au to secure your child’s spot. 

These lessons are very popular and book out fast, so mark your calendar and be ready to book on the day! 

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