Australia’s waterways are a wonderful place for families to explore… from rivers and lakes to beaches and pools. With so many opportunities for adventure, children must have the skills and confidence to stay safe around open water. Our GOswim program is where waterways safety is a key focus. Through age-appropriate swimming lessons, children learn more than just…
As winter rolls in, something curious happens. Kids rug up and head to outdoor sports training and practice. Weekend mornings are spent on cold sidelines watching netball, soccer, football or hockey. Early starts, muddy fields, frosty fingers. But when it comes to swimming lessons? Many families hit pause. There’s a long-standing belief that swimming is a ‘summer activity’, something to do when the weather is hot and summer holidays are near. Winter swimming lessons, on the other hand, are often…
One of the most effective ways to support swimming development is consistency. When swimming lessons become part of a regular routine, swimmers are more likely to feel confident, comfortable, and ready to progress in the water. The GOswim swimming and water safety program is not just about what happens throughout lesson, it’s also about the small habits and…
Starting swimming lessons is an exciting milestone, whether you’re enrolling with your child or stepping into the water yourself. Your first lesson is all about feeling comfortable, supported, and confident as you begin your swimming journey. At GOswim, we focus on building water safety, confidence, and progression in a structured and supportive environment. As you prepare for your first GOswim lesson, we’ve put…
At GOswim Australia, every lesson starts with one thing: trust. We sat down with Cheryl Mclennan, a representative from the program development team behind the GOswim curriculum, to explore why qualified swim teachers are crucial to your child’s swimming success. “National qualifications are the backbone of our GOswim program,” Cheryl says. “It’s the guarantee that every teacher has the skills, knowledge, and responsibility to…
Australia’s love affair with water is undeniable. From our sun-kissed surf beaches to inland rivers and backyard pools, water is woven into the cultural fabric of our nation. But with that access comes risk: drowning remains a preventable tragedy that affects people of all ages, backgrounds and walks of life. The National Drowning Report 2025 from Royal Life Saving Australia and Surf…
If there’s one activity that supports safety, confidence, fitness and fun, it’s swimming. For parents, knowing your child is equipped with essential water-safety skills is one of the greatest gifts you can give them. GOswim Australia sat down with Sarah Podesta, a representative from the program development team behind the GOswim curriculum, to explore why swimming is more than a recreational activity. For…
School’s back, and swimming carnivals will be here before we know it! Now’s the perfect time to build confidence with GOswim so your child feels safe, prepared and ready to get involved. Weekly GOswim lessons are the ultimate way to prepare for swimming carnivals and beyond. Powered by Swimming Australia, GOswim provides a nationally endorsed…
Summer is officially here and there’s no better time to get ready for safe and fun water activities. The latest 2025 National Drowning Report from Royal Life Saving Australia has revealed a concerning rise in drowning deaths across the country. 357 lives were lost to drowning in the past year, marking a 27% increase on…
Why Floating is the Skill That Could Save Your Life As the weather warms up and we head into another season of beach days, pool parties, and water adventures, it’s the perfect time to talk about one of the most important, and often overlooked, water safety skills: floating. Whether you’re in the ocean, a river,…