Learn to swim
Update: 15 October
We are excited to announce that Learn to Swim programs will be returning for Term 4, with lessons recommencing from Monday 25 October.
Existing bookings apply, and students can return for their regularly scheduled lessons, provided their accompanying parent or caregiver over the age of 16 can provide evidence of double vaccination status. At this stage, we ask if learn to swim patrons attend with only one spectator where possible.
The first direct debit will occur on 21 October for those booked on Monday to Wednesday and 28 October for remaining members. If you do not wish to return to learn to swim, please email [email protected] and you can either cancel or suspend your booking for a later start date or shift your booking to Term 1.
Update: 8 October
In light of the recent changes to the NSW Public Health Order, Maitland Aquatics Centres plan to continue reopening our pools in a staged and COVID safe way to keep our staff and community safe. Bookings are essential and can be made online at https://mait.city/AquaticsBookings.
From Monday 11 October, the indoor and outdoor pools at Maitland Aquatic Centre will be available Monday to Friday between 6.00am and 6.00pm and weekends beginning 16 October between 7.00am and 4.00pm for lap, recreational and rehab swimming.
The East Maitland Aquatic Centre will also be open Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4.00pm for lap and recreational swimming.
Changeroom facilities will be available.
Accessing our facility
In line with the Public Health Order roadmap, patrons over the age of 16 attending Maitland Aquatics Centres are required to be double vaccinated and able to show proof of this on entry, or entry will be refused. Maitland Aquatics Centre will not issue a refund in such circumstances.
When booking, please note:
- We have increased the lane capacity to five people per lane.
- Each individual booking in for lap, recreational or rehab swimming is booking a spot for one person and secures one spot in a lane. If you are booking on behalf of an additional person, a separate booking is required to secure their spot.
- Individuals using the indoor pool for rehab purposes generally prefer to use lanes seven and eight, adjacent to the in pool ramp. If you are lap swimming, and another lane is available, please consider other patrons and choose another lane.
Squad
Squad levels Gold, Silver and Bronze will be returning from Monday 11 October, with sessions held at East Maitland Pool at 6.00am to 8.00am and 4.00pm to 6.00pm. We are making plans to welcome our Transition level squad members back to the pool as soon as possible.
Memberships
All memberships placed on suspension at the time of closure on Thursday 5 August will be released from suspension. Patrons who need to maintain their suspension status can contact Maitland Aquatics on 02 4933 5073 or [email protected] to amend their membership details.
We will announce future plans as soon as possible via our website and the Maitland City Council Facebook page.
Maitland Aquatics partners with the Royal Life Saving ‘Swim & Survive’ program in weekly Swimming and Water Safety lessons from Maitland Aquatic Centres..
All infants and preschool lessons are run on Monday through to Saturday mornings in 30 minute increments, whilst most school age lessons run from Monday to Friday in the afternoons and Saturday mornings.
Our terms dates are:
| Term dates for 2021 | |
|---|---|
| Term 4 2021 | 5 October to 18 December |
Bookings are essential. Please contact Maitland Aquatics on 02 4933 5073 or [email protected] to make an enquiry.
Wonder is the water familiarisation component of the Swim and Survive program, designed specifically for children aged 6 to 36 months. Wonder is a child centred program which is taught with parent or carer and child together in the water.
Courage is the water confidence component of the Swim and Survive program and is designed for children aged 3 to 5 years. Courage is fundamental to the development of basic foundation skills in swimming, survival and water safety, as is a positive attitude towards learning these essential skills.
Active is the Swimming and Water Safety component of the Swim and Survive program and is designed for children aged 5 to 14 years. Active is used to emphasise that the skills learnt in the program not only save lives but provide a foundation for participation in a range of aquatic recreation, fitness and sporting activities.
For your very first lesson at Maitland Aquatic Centre, we suggest you arrive 15 minutes prior to ensure you have enough time to sign in and get to your designated area. Following this, arriving five minutes prior will be sufficient. It is essential you bring the fob which has been previously assigned to your child/ren. A drink bottle, goggles and swimming cap are optional but highly recommended. Finally, after your lesson you will need a towel to dry off and exit the facility with.
While we don't provide makeup lessons, a credit can be applied to your account if a doctors certificate is provided for your child/ren. For any other cancellations, we will issue you a family pass. This pass could be utilised to bring your child/ren to use our other great facilities such as the splash pad, which is also located within the centre.
If a teacher cannot attend a class, and we cannot find a substitute, a makeup will be provided for an alternative day.
When joining our program, we offer two payment options. It is important to note that only the direct debit will ensure your child renews their position in the following term. If you elected to pay up front, you are only paying for one term and thus will need to re book prior to the commencement of the following term.
Our program offers up to a 30 day suspension which can be elected for, any time you are unable to attend classes for an extended period of time. To suspend your account refer to our website.Please give us an advanced warning of this suspension.
Present at each lesson, you will find a Pool Deck Supervisor. They will be roaming the area and are there to assist you with any questions you may have regarding your child's teacher or the location of your child's class etc. If necessary they will refer you to the Learn to Swim office, for further enquiries, but will be able to assist with most matters.
Upon signing up to our Learn to Swim Program at Maitland Aquatic Centre, you will receive a blue fob. This will be used for entry to the pool, and as such will need to be on you for every lesson. At the entry desk you will use your fob to enter the pool. If you need assistance simply ask our friendly staff.
What Do I Need To Bring
For your very first lesson at Maitland Aquatic Centre, we suggest you arrive 15 minutes prior to ensure you have enough time to sign in and get to your designated area. Following this, arriving five minutes prior will be sufficient. It is essential you bring the fob which has been previously assigned to your child/ren. A drink bottle, goggles and swimming cap are optional but highly recommended. Finally, after your lesson you will need a towel to dry off and exit the facility with.
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