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What are the three Fs of swimming teaching?

The three Fs of swimming teaching? Fun, Fulfilling Flexible. If that’s what you want in your life, swimming teaching is mighty hard to beat. It’s one of the most rewarding roles in the world. Working with children, keeping them safe and helping them learn a lifesaving skill and grow to

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What’s the secret to learning to swim?

If there is one secret to learning to swim well, it’s consistency.

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Celebrating the great women of Australian Swimming

Today, International Women’s Day we celebrate some of the greatest women in the history of swimming. We are in a golden era right now, Ariarne Titmus, Emma McKeon, Mollie O’Callaghan and Kaylee McKeown are setting the world of swimming alight.

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Why choose group learning over private swimming lessons?

Research shows group learning is best for children’s swimming lessons. If you are considering private lessons, it could be a mistake.

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Swimming Lessons Save Lives

Swimming lessons save lives. Tragically 40 people, 6 more than the same period last year, have already lost their lives to drowning this summer.

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Overcoming fear of the water

In Australia, swimming is one of the most important skills a child must learn. But what do you do when your child is scared of the water? Or simply hates swimming lessons?  Sometimes young children fear water, leaving parents frustrated and anxious. You can feel helpless wondering how you can

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Ginny Shanley a learn to swim legend

Congratulations to Ginny Shanley who has passed 30 years working on pool deck with Carlile Swimming. It’s a remarkable achievement from our longest serving current leader who proudly continues the legacy of founders Forbes and Ursula Carlile.

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Why school holiday intensive lessons improve your kids progress

School holidays are a time for relaxation, exploration, and fun, but they can also be an excellent opportunity to help your child become a better swimmer. Swimming is not only a life-saving skill but also a fantastic way for kids to stay active and build confidence in the water. Here

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Pool Safety Tips Every Parent Should Know

Swimming pools offer endless fun and relaxation, especially during the summer months. For families with children, they are a source of joy and memorable moments. However, the overwhelming majority of drowning deaths in children aged under four are from falling into water, most in baths and pools. It’s crucial to

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Carlile Matriarch Ursula Carlile passes away

Australian Swimming has lost a national treasure, with the peaceful passing of Ursula Carlile in Ryde today, aged 86.

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“Stuff the silver we came for gold!”

  “Stuff the silver we came for gold,” said Laurie Lawrence and no one who saw him celebrating Duncan Armstrong’s win over Matt Biondi at the 1988 Olympics will ever forget it.

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The top five summer pool games

If you’re in search of exciting summer pool games that don’t involve the headache enhancing chorus of “Marco Polo,” then check out our top dive summer pool games!

"To Swim Well Is An Asset For Life"

— Forbes Carlile

We make every swimmer safe, strong, and comfortable in the water, whether they’re taking their first splash as babies or refining competitive strokes. With a proven approach that combines world-class expertise and a caring environment, Carlile helps swimmers reach their full potential so they can swim with confidence for life.

Swims Better Guarantee

Join Carlile Swim for 30 days. We’re confident your child will feel safer, more assured and well supported in the water in their first four weeks. If not, we’ll refund the cost of your lessons.