Learn to Swim at Sydney Uni
Swimming Lessons for Kids Aged 3–17
Looking for kids swimming lessons in Sydney, the Inner West, South Sydney or the Eastern Suburbs? Sydney Uni Swim School offers high-quality Learn to Swim classes, junior swimming lessons and recreational swim pathways for children of all abilities.
Based at the Sydney Uni Sports & Aquatic Centre on the Darlington Campus, our program runs in a heated 50-metre indoor Olympic pool, providing a safe, consistent and welcoming environment all year round.
Our junior swim program includes:
- Learn to Swim classes for children aged 3+
- Holiday Intensive Swim Programs
- Junior recreational squads
- Junior Competitive and Age group Squads
- Pathway options for swimmers wanting fitness, confidence or further progression
We offer free swimming assessments to help place your child in the right level, so they can start with confidence and progress at the right pace.
Whether your child is a complete beginner, building water safety skills, improving stroke technique or ready for recreational squad swimming, Sydney Uni Swim School provides a clear pathway to help them become safe, capable and confident swimmers.
Sydney Uni Swimming provides high-quality swim instruction in our heated 50m Olympic pool, supported by low student-to-teacher ratios for personalised coaching and maximum practice time. Family change rooms and warm showers are available on deck.
Our focus is on technical development and water safety, with every class taught by qualified ASCTA/AUSTSWIM instructors, all holding CPR certification and undertaking ongoing professional development.
PRESCHOOL AND SCHOOL AGE: LEARN TO SWIM
Our Learn to Swim pathway is designed to build safe, confident and capable swimmers at every stage. Each level has a clear purpose, progressing from water confidence and early independent swimming through to stronger stroke development, stamina, control and real-life water safety.
Students are graded regularly throughout the term with feedback and enrolment available through our booking portal above.
SYDNEY UNI SWIMMING CLUB
We encourage our swimmers from Level 5 as well as their swimming parents to to become members of the SUSC. Race meets are run monthly. Our philosophy is to help to each swimmer strive for their personal best, and better prepare them for school carnivals, Area, State and National Championships and the Speedo Sprint Series.
Our Open and Varsity swimmers often attend these meets and provide excellent mentoring and inspiration for our developing swimmers.
Club meets are a low-key, fun way to introduce swimmers to racing and provide opportunity for new friendships to be made.
Swimmers may attend one free Saturday afternoon club meet, entering up to 5 races.
Contact [email protected]. for more information. Example Meet Program
COMPETITIVE & RECREATIONAL SWIM SQUADS
Our Junior Squad Program caters for both recreation and competitive swimmers. Swimmers graduate from learn to swim lessons and transition into our Mini, Development, Challenge and Swimfit (13+) squads.
Our Performance Squads cater for 8-18 year old swimmers who are committed to swimming multiple sessions per week and regularly compete for Sydney Uni Swimming at Area, Metropolitan, State and National competitions.
SCHOOL SPORT SWIMMING, WATER SAFETY PROGRAMS, AND CARNIVAL MANAGEMENT
School Swimming Programs
Sydney University Sport offers professionally run, curriculum-based swimming programs for schools during the semester.
Our school programs are designed for all ages and abilities. We support students who are new to the water, those building confidence and basic swimming skills, and stronger swimmers who need stroke development or squad-style extension.
Programs are delivered with low teacher-to-instructor ratios to ensure students receive focused instruction, safe supervision and maximum practice time in the water.
School swimming programs are available in Terms 1, and 4.
School Swimming Carnivals
Sydney Uni Swimming can also host and run your annual school swimming carnival.
We can assist with event entries, race programming, carnival coordination and full race-day delivery, making the process easier for schools and staff.
For more information or to discuss a school program or carnival booking, please contact us by email.
From first water confidence to stronger strokes and independent swimming, our pathway helps children build the skills, stamina and safety they need for life.
Group Learn to Swim, stroke development, recreational squads, squad clinics and private tuition are available. These options are ideal for swimmers refining their strokes, needing extra help to move to the next level, wanting a focused skill boost, or unable to commit to regular term swimming.
2026 Spring Holiday Intensive Swim Program Timetable TBA
2025 – classes do not run on public holidays
Term 1 Monday 2 February – Thursday 2nd April
Term 2 Monday 20 April – Sunday 5 July
Term 3 Monday 20 July – Sunday 27 September
Term 4 Monday 12 October – Sunday 19 December
FRIDAY 12 DEC – NO LESSONS
Due to the Sydney Uni Sport Christmas Party, there are no Friday classes on 12 Dec. Friday term is 9 weeks (no charge for 12/12).
Safety, Supervision and Facility Use
To ensure a fun, safe and stress-free environment, the following procedures apply to all school swimming programs:
- Member/student cards must be used at all times. Self-swiping on entry is required for attendance and safety records.
- Please do not send students who are unwell. This includes fever, cold or flu symptoms, persistent cough, or nasal discharge.
- Sydney Uni Sport is a lap and programs pool. Free play is not permitted before or after lessons.
- Students must follow staff instructions at all times while on pool deck and in the water.
- Parents and carers remain responsible for student supervision before and after lessons, including arrival, departure and changeroom supervision.
Changeroom Use
To support child safety, privacy and appropriate supervision, children aged 7 years and over are required to use the gender-specific changeroom that applies to them.
Family changerooms are available for students or families who need additional privacy, support with younger children, disability access, or assistance for a child who is not yet comfortable changing independently.
Champions in and out of the water
Sydney Uni Swimming Club has a proud history of developing swimmers from grassroots through to elite level.
The club provides a positive, supportive team environment where swimmers can race, improve, set personal goals and build lifelong friendships. Whether swimmers are new to racing or aiming for State and National competition, SUSC offers a pathway to grow in confidence, skill and commitment.
Notable athletes who have represented Sydney Uni Swimming Club include Elka Graham, Brett Hawke, Chris Fydler, Matt Dunn, Scott Miller, Phil Rogers and William Yang.
Our Vision
To empower young people to be champions in and out of the water — for life.
We value effort, teamwork, sportsmanship and personal improvement. Our aim is to help swimmers enjoy their sport, challenge themselves and feel part of a strong club community.
Who Can Join?
Sydney Uni Swimming Club welcomes:
- Swimmers aged 5 years and over
- New swimmers wanting to try racing
- Swimmers competing at club, area, state or national level
- Families looking for a supportive club environment
New swimmers may attend up one trial club meet before committing to membership.
Club Meets
Club meets are held throughout the year and are a fun, low-pressure way for swimmers to experience racing.
Club meets are usually:
- held monthly
- run on Saturday afternoons
- suitable for new and experienced swimmers
- a great introduction to competitive swimming
- a chance to practice racing skills and build confidence
Membership Fees
2025–2026 Season
Valid 1 October – 30 September
- $125 — Swimmers under 18
- $100 — Swimmers 18 and over
- $50 — Non-swimmers, including parents and guardians
Family discounts are available for additional members.
What Membership Includes
Membership includes:
- Registration with Swimming NSW and Swimming Australia
- Access to SUSC club meets
- Access to Swimming NSW-sanctioned competitions
- Club communications, meet entries and results through Swim Central
- Inclusion in Metro South East Sydney Area swimming activities
How to Join or Express Interest
Families are welcome to attend a free trial meet before joining.
To register your interest, email:
Memberships and meet entries are managed through Swim Central.
1. How do I log into the booking portal?
Visit the booking portal via the Book Now button above, or go directly to:
https://susf.perfectmind.com/Menu/MemberRegistration/MemberSignIn
Log in using the email address provided at registration. Contact us if you have any issues accessing your account.
2. Do I need to re-enrol each term?
No. Enrolments automatically roll over each term.
To change class times, email us or call 9351 8735 during business hours. Weekend phone support is available 9am–12pm.
3. What are the enrolment terms?
Enrolments are for a minimum 10-week term with flexible fortnightly payments.
See the Term Dates & Timetables tab for current dates.
4. What payment methods are accepted?
We accept:
- Credit cards with a line of credit
- Direct bank account payments using BSB and account number
Debit cards and American Express are not accepted and may result in rejection fees.
5. How does payment work?
Payments are processed by direct debit. Full billing terms are provided at registration.
You can update payment details and view invoices through the Invoice section of your account.
6. How do I cancel my child’s enrolment?
Email us at least 2 weeks before the end of term if your child is not continuing.
Without written notice, enrolment and billing will automatically continue into the next term.
7. How do I check my child’s lesson schedule?
Log in to your Family Account, select your child, then click Schedule.
Use the Family Account view to see schedules for multiple swimmers.
8. How do I log a planned absence?
Log in to your child’s schedule, select the lesson date, and click Withdraw.
This records an absence only. It does not cancel enrolment.
Absences must be logged at least 1 hour before the lesson to receive a makeup credit.
9. How do I book a makeup lesson?
Log in to the portal and browse available makeup lesson options.
Each swimmer receives 2 complimentary makeup lessons per term. Changing a booked makeup lesson still counts toward the term total.
10. How do I view my child’s progress?
In your Family Account, go to Levels, then select Skill Assessment.
11. My child has received a promotion notice. What happens next?
Log in to your portal and view available classes:
Activity Registration > Swim Program > Learn to Swim
Filter by time, day or instructor, then email or call us to finalise the class change.
12. Can I book the Holiday Program online?
Yes. Holiday Program bookings are completed through the portal and require upfront payment.
New swimmers must have a level assigned before booking.
13. Can I get a private health insurance statement?
Yes. Statements are available through your Family Account at the end of each term.
14. How do I update my payment details?
Log in to your profile and:
- Go to Finance Info
- Click the purple NEW button
- Select Credit or EFT/ACH Bank Account
- Mark as default and share with account
- Enter your details and click Save
- Email Swim School to confirm your payment details are correctly set up
15. Who can I contact for help?
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 9351 8735
Or speak to our team at the front desk.
For general enquiries, administration can be contacted on 9351 8735, via email on [email protected], or in person between 3:30pm – 6:00pm Monday to Friday and between 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Saturday and Sundays.
We ask that parents not approach teachers or coaches while they are conducting lessons. Our Swim School Receptionists or Deck Supervisors are ready to help with any enquires or concerns you may have. Squad coaches can be contacted via email to arrange an appointment to discuss any issues or concerns.
Click here for the Swimming Australia Behavioural Guidelines.
Kellie Warren
General Manager, Swimming & Aquatics
[email protected]
Annie Mulligan
Learn to Swim Coordinator
[email protected]
Luke Parkes
Junior and Emerging Talent Coach & Varsity Coach
Anton Nikulin
National and State Squad Coach
[email protected]
Paul Bruce
Elite Athlete Program/ Head Coach
Free 1 hr parking directly outside Sports and Aquatic Centre
Paid parking area directly opposite Centre : $4/hr before 5PM, after 5PM and weekends free
Paid street parking $4 per hour Abercrombie St, and The Maze (off Butlin Rd)
Shepherd St Car Park (near Seymour Centre)