News

Fully Subsidised Swim Programs – Pre-Teen & Teen

Fully Subsidised Swim Programs – Learn Vital Water Safety Skills  

Can your child save themselves in the water? According to Royal Life Saving Australia, 84% of Australian Year 10 students can’t. Does your child meet the swimming benchmarks?  

From Primary to High school, there is a generational decline in swimming skill and it’s endangering young lives. According to the Royal Life Saving Australia’s 2025 Report on Children’s Swimming & Water Safety Skills, many school-aged children are still struggling to meet the essential swimming benchmark, with 48% of Australian Pre-teens (10 – 12 year old) lacking the ability to swim 50m or tread water for 2 minutes. 

Drowning is preventable, make sure your child is safer in and around water. Join our Can Swim Program this August & September. The fully subsidised swim program for pre-teens and teens is the perfect opportunity for young people to build confidence in the water and develop essential life-saving skills. 

About the Program 

Pre Teens Life Program 

WHO – Pre-Teens (10 – 12 years old)   
WHAT – This program is for teenagers 10 years to 12 years old who may have dropped out of swimming lessons from when they were younger, without gaining the skills to be safer around water, or those who have never had access to or participated in prior swimming lessons. 
WHERE & WHEN – Tuesdays or Thursdays 12 Aug to 11 Sep from 6:45pm – 7:30pm at PARC 
COST – Fully subsidised, thanks to the support of our partner Frankston City Council. 

Teens Life Program

WHO – Teens (13-17 years old)  
WHAT – This program is for teenagers 13 years to 17 years old who have little to no swimming skills and water safety awareness. 
WHERE & WHEN – Tuesdays or Thursdays 12 Aug to 11 Sep from 6:45pm – 7:30pm at PARC 
COST – Fully subsidised, thanks to the support of our partner Frankston City Council.  

How to participate? 

To participate, simply complete an Expressions of Interest form via our website here. Expressions of Interest open Monday 14 July. 
 
If you have any questions, please reach out to our friendly team via email at can.swim@peninsulaleisure.com.au .

Share this article

A tropical adventure awaits you on Splash Island! 🌺🏝️ 

Book your spot on our giant, inflatable obstacle course, Splash Island! Slip and slide your way down its slopes, and tiptoe across balance beams – it’s the perfect aquatic challenge for adults and kids alike! 

📅 Dates: Monday 5 January – Friday 23 January 
🕒 Time: Weekdays 11am – 3pm
🤩 Cost: $6.50 per person (for Splash Island, plus pool entry) 
🎟️ Bookings: Required for Splash Island—reserve your spot through PARC’s Customer Portal. 

 

#splashisland  #PARCFrankston #schoolholidays #frankston
Our sister Centre, PINES, are extending their opening hours! 🥳

PINES' opening hours will be extended for the months of January and February 2026.

The updated hours for January and February are:
– Monday – Friday, 6am – 8pm 
– Weekends and public holidays, 8am – 7pm 

By extending the our opening hours into the evening, we are able to provide more access to the public so you can get your laps in, or just enjoy a dip in the pool later in the summer evening.

The change in hours are adjusted for January and February 2026 only.

Can't wait to see you all there!
Move more in 2026 with 30-20-2 💙

Life is busy, and finding time to exercise can feel overwhelming. Being active isn’t about pushing yourself to the limit — it’s about moving consistently and finding a balance that works for you. And you don’t have to do it alone.

Introducing 30-20-2, our simple movement guide based on the Australian Physical Activity Guidelines, designed to make movement achievable and part of everyday life.

Here’s what it means. 

Adults in Australia should aim for: 

30 mins moderate activity daily 🚶‍♂️🏊‍♂️
Moderate activity means you’re moving, breathing comfortably, and able to speak in full sentences. Think swimming, a brisk walk, or joining a PARC class. 

OR 

20 mins vigorous activity daily 🏃‍♂️🚴‍♂️
Vigorous activity gets your heart pumping—you’re breathing hard and speaking in short bursts. Try a cycle class, HIIT session, or a gym workout. 

AND 

2 strength sessions per week 💪🏋‍♂️
Build strength with resistance training. Try lifting weights the gym, or a Reformer Pilates class. 

Throughout 2026, we’ll support you with the right mix of classes, programs, and expert guidance to help you move more, your way.

Come and talk to our friendly team about becoming a member today.
Today is National Personal Trainer Day! 🏋️

At PARC we have an incredible team of Personal Trainers, ready to help you achieve your goals in 2026. 

Come on down, and speak with one of our fabulous trainers about achieving your goals today!

#nationalpersonaltrainerday #personaltraining #PARCFrankston
Bookings are now open for Splash Island! 🏝️

Slip and slide your way into adventure. Book your spot through our Customer Portal today!

📅 Dates: Monday 5 January – Friday 23 January 
🕒 Time: Weekdays 11am – 3pm
🤩 Cost: $6.50 per person (for Splash Island, plus pool entry) 

#PARCFrankston #SplashIsland #SchoolHolidays #Frankston #Melbourne
🥳 Happy New Year!! 🥳 

To our fabulous PARC community, we want to wish you all a Happy New Year! Together, let’s make 2026 our best yet! We can't wait to support you with your health, fitness and wellness goals this year. 

Friendly reminder, we are open today from 7am-7pm. 

Visit our website via the link in our bio to see our full list of operation hours over the new year period. 

#PARCFrankston #happynewyear #schoolholidays #celebrate #frankston

Join our community for news

Recent articles