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Peninsula Leisure celebrates PARC’s 10 Years with Community Open Day   

PARC Turns 10!

Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre (PARC) in Frankston is thrilled to announce its 10th anniversary celebration with a grand Community Open Day on Sunday, 15 September 2024.  

This milestone event promises a day filled with excitement, fun, and gratitude as Peninsula Leisure celebrates a decade of fostering happy, healthy, active and connected lifestyles in Frankston. 

The Community Open Day offers free entry to PARC from 10am to 4pm, inviting everyone to bring their family and friends to experience all that PARC has to offer. This day is dedicated to the Frankston community that has supported Peninsula Leisure over the past decade, featuring family fun, special birthday-themed events and a host of engaging activities for all ages. 

Historical photos of PARC will be displayed to celebrate our journey. In the afternoon, foundation members are invited to a dedicated afternoon tea to acknowledge their support with special gifts. Over 300 members have been with PARC since the very beginning, and 30 staff have also been with the group for the decade.  

Throughout the day, visitors can participate in a variety of activities. Health and fitness enthusiasts can enjoy taster group exercise classes, meet PARC’s much-loved mascot Hydro and Centre tours will be running regularly.  

Visitors can also a enjoy a Café birthday box for $5, or a sausage from the Can Swim BBQ, with proceeds going to the Can Swim fund, supporting free swimming programs for our community. 

Peninsula Leisure CEO Kath Thom said: “This celebration aims to activate, engage and thank our community, and welcome new users who have not yet experienced PARC. Join us at PARC for a day of celebration, reflection, and excitement as we look forward to the next decade of activating and engaging the Frankston community.” 

Foundation member Trudy said: “PARC has been one of the best initiatives that has come to Frankston. What it has done for improving the health and wellbeing of our community is phenomenal.” 

About Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre: 
Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre (PARC) is a state-of-the-art community facility offering a wide range of aquatic and fitness services to the Frankston community. With a mission to promote health, fitness, and community well-being, PARC has been a cornerstone of the Frankston area for 10 years.  

About the Community Open Day: 

  • When: Sunday 15 September  
  • Time: Free entry to PARC between 10am – 4pm. Details will be captured on entry. Capacity limits apply as normal.  
  • Where: PARC is located cnr Cranbourne Road and Olive Grove, Frankston. For more information, please visit https://parc.peninsulaleisure.com.au/ or call 9781 8444. 

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CALLING ALL ADRENALINE SEEKERS! 😎

Slide into fun! Our waterslides are open for the holidays! 🛝
 
Did you know that our Python and Constrictor waterslides are now open from 10am to 7pm for the summer holiday period. ☀️

Come on down and experience the thrill! our waterslides are waiting for you!

We look forward to seeing you all in centre soon!
 
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☀️ Summer school holiday fun at PARC! ☀️ 

For the first time ever, we are extending our school holiday program to run over weekends! 
 
We’ve planned the best pool party on the Peninsula these summer holidays, with hours of activities and entertainment kids of all ages will enjoy, and it will run DAILY! 

🤩 Our inflatable obstacle course, Splash Island (bookings essential) 
☀️ Rafter waterslides 
💦 Aquatic Playground 
😎 Scavenger hunt 
🎈 Balloon entertainment and face paintin 
🙌 Prizes and giveaways 

Our school holiday program will run from Monday 6 January – Sunday 26 January. Visit our website to learn more about pricing and booking information, link in bio.

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Warm Water Pool and Spa works 🛠️

We're upgrading the Warm Water and Spa Jet pumps to enhance performance and reliability.
 
The works are scheduled for tomorrow, Thursday 19 December, with the replacement of each pump completed one at a time do minimise disruption to our members and guests. 
 
The Warm Water Pool and Spa will be remain open, but please be aware that there will be limited space as the works are carried out. 

We thank you for your understanding. 

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Last week of term for our PARC Swim students! 

Did you know that included in our PARC Swim membership, students have unlimited access over the school holidays during the zero-debit period? 

Keep up play and practise over the holidays with: 
Unlimited access to PARC 🛝 
Unlimited access to PINES ☀️ 
Unlimited enjoyment 😎 

A friendly reminder, PARC Swim members enjoy a zero-debit period from Monday 23 December 2025 to Sunday 19 January 2025. 

Utilise your PARC swim membership to keep cool this summer!

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Fully funded family swim program 🏊

We will be hosting two fully subsidised swim programs over January, including a session for the whole family to participate in together. You will have fun while learning how to be safe in and around the water. Learn basic swimming survival techniques, practise water safety and participate in a variety of rescue scenarios for various inland and open water environments. 

Join us for our first session on Friday 17 January at PINES outdoor pool 

To participate, simply complete an Expressions of Interest on our website, link in bio.

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PARC Christmas and new year operating hours 🎄

The holidays are quickly approaching, which means a change in operation hours over the Christmas and new year period.

To see a complete list of Centre and service hours over the holiday break, please visit our website - link in bio. 

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