Generated by Rank Math SEO, this is an llms.txt file designed to help LLMs better understand and index this website. # Carlile Swim: Carlile Swim - The Swim Well Is An Asset For Life ## Sitemaps [XML Sitemap](https://www.carlile.com.au/sitemap_index.xml): Includes all crawlable and indexable pages. ## Posts - [Teach a Child, Save a Life: A Note from Nikki on This Year’s AWSOM Tour to Vietnam](https://www.carlile.com.au/teach-a-child-save-a-life-a-note-from-nikki-on-this-years-awsom-tour-to-vietnam/): A word from Nikki McNamara, WA Head of Operations at Carlile Swim and Co-Founder of AWSOM Project. - [80 Years of Carlile Swim: A Legacy that goes beyond the Water](https://www.carlile.com.au/80-years-of-carlile-swim-a-legacy-that-goes-beyond-the-water/): This year marks a huge milestone for our Carlile family, we turn 80! Yes, it’s 80 years since the legendary Forbes Carlile began his coaching career - [School Holiday Swimming is Here!](https://www.carlile.com.au/school-holiday-swimming-is-here/): Practice. Progress. Repeat.  - [We Just Won Gold!](https://www.carlile.com.au/we-just-won-gold/): Carlile Swim Wins 2026 National Gold Award for Learn to Swim - [Challenge Month Update: 3 Weeks In and Thousands of Kilometres Swum!](https://www.carlile.com.au/challenge-month-update-3-weeks-in-and-thousands-of-kilometres-swum/): We’re three weeks into Challenge Month, and wow, our Carlile swimmers are really showing up! Across all centres, swimmers from Stingray through to Orca have logged an incredible total distance during their lessons, building consistency, confidence, and gearing up for plenty of personal bests at the end of the month. - [Commonwealth Games](https://www.carlile.com.au/commonwealth-games/): Commonwealth Games Preview: What to Watch in the Pool + 10 Fun Facts - [The Importance of Baby Swimming](https://www.carlile.com.au/the-importance-of-baby-swimming/): The Importance and Benefits of Baby Swimming - [Why It’s Important to Keep Swimming in the Cooler Months](https://www.carlile.com.au/why-its-important-to-keep-swimming-in-the-cooler-months/): Swimming isn’t just for summer, it’s one of the most valuable activities your child can continue through winter. - [Australian Water Safety on the Mekong Project](https://www.carlile.com.au/australian-water-safety-on-the-mekong-project/): Anybody can drown. Nobody should. - [Raising Strong, Safer Swimmers for Life](https://www.carlile.com.au/raising-strong-safer-swimmers-for-life/): From Monday 25th to Sunday 31st May, all lessons will incorporate Swim Safety Week activities. Throughout the week, swimmers will practise essential survival skills designed to help them navigate a variety of environments, not just the familiar structure of their regular lessons. Because when it comes to water safety, real confidence comes from knowing what to do anywhere, anytime. - [Carlile Swim Team On Top](https://www.carlile.com.au/carlile-swim-team-on-top/): After leading the Australian Age Championships point score from day one, it all came down to the final night. When it mattered most, our swimmers delivered, rising to the occasion in true Carlile style. - [Why We Never Gave Up](https://www.carlile.com.au/why-we-never-gave-up/): Zachary is now 11 years old, and his swimming journey began before he was even one. As a baby, he did not like having water poured over his head, and from very early on it was clear that he was not a child who would take risks. As his parent, I felt a deep responsibility to make sure he would be safe around water and able to look after himself if he ever needed to. - [Making a Splash for Starlight: Our Challenge Month Wrap-Up](https://www.carlile.com.au/making-a-splash-for-starlight-our-challenge-month-wrap-up/): February was an incredible month across our Carlile and Kirby swim schools! Challenge Month brought out the very best in our swimmers and teams, with colourful decorations, creative fundraising efforts, and plenty of smiling faces earning stamps on their progress cards. - [Why Learning to Swim Helps Children Thrive in the Classroom](https://www.carlile.com.au/why-learning-to-swim-helps-children-thrive-in-the-classroom/): When most parents enrol their child in swimming lessons, they’re thinking about water safety. What many don’t realise is that swimming can also support cognitive development, confidence and academic success. - [Dive Into the Challenge: Join Our Starlight Super Swim Month!](https://www.carlile.com.au/dive-into-the-challenge-join-our-starlight-super-swim-month/): February is Challenge Month at Carlile Swim, and we’re making a splash for a great cause! For the first time ever, our swimmers from Stingray level and up will take part in the Starlight Super Swim — an inspiring event supporting the Starlight Children’s Foundation and sick kids across Australia. - [Splash into Summer Campaign](https://www.carlile.com.au/splash-into-summer-campaign/): Your ultimate summer adventure begins in the water ☀️🏊‍♂️ - [Carlile’s Richard Cahalan joins the Hall of Fame.](https://www.carlile.com.au/carliles-richard-cahalan-joins-the-hall-of-fame/): Carlile Foundation Director Richard Cahalan has been inducted into the Australian Swim Schools Association Hall of Fame. - [Carlile Swimmers Shine at Australian Trials: Wunsch and Martin Bound for World Championships](https://www.carlile.com.au/carlile-swimmers-bound-for-world-championships/): After a thrilling week at the Australian Swimming Trials, Carlile Swimming is bursting with pride as two of our own, Olivia Wunsch and Tayla Martin, have earned their places on the Australian team for the upcoming World Championships.  - [Carlile Swimming back on top of Australia](https://www.carlile.com.au/carlile-swimming-back-on-top-of-australia/): The mighty St Peters Western had won the title 11 years in a row but thanks to an incredible Australian Age Championships Carlile Swimming topped the point score on 2009 with St Peters Western 1787 and Knox Pymble 1757. - [Lives at risk through falling swimming standards](https://www.carlile.com.au/lives-at-risk-through-falling-swimming-standards/): The latest data from Royal Lifesaving shows lives are at risk through falling swimming standards across Australia. - [The Carlile Swimming Team tops the state](https://www.carlile.com.au/the-carlile-swimming-team-tops-the-state/): The Carlile Swimming Team has topped the state in another step in a fantastic summer. - [Legend Laurie Lawrence honoured](https://www.carlile.com.au/legend-laurie-lawrence-honoured/): On Australia Day, swimming legend Laurie Lawrence was honoured for his lifetime achievements in services to swimming when he was made an Officer of The Order of Australia. - [Ten tips to stay safe this summer](https://www.carlile.com.au/ten-tips-to-stay-safe-this-summer/): With the days getting hotter, now is the time to have fun in and around the water, here are ten tips to stay safe this summer. - [Why learning to swim well is more than just a lifesaving skill](https://www.carlile.com.au/why-learning-to-swim-is-more-than-just-a-lifesaving-skill/): Learning to swim well is more than just a life-saving skill – It is a powerful tool for building confidence and resilience. Carlile Swimming has created a nurturing environment where children can learn to swim while developing confidence and self-assurance to excel beyond the pool. - [Why Swimvac will help your child](https://www.carlile.com.au/why-swimvac-will-help-your-child/): An Intensive school holiday program like Swimvac will help your child fast track their skill development.  So If you’re looking to help your child’s progress in the lead up to Summer, Carlile’s upcoming Spring Swimvac program is the best step! - [Carlile swimmers at the Olympics.](https://www.carlile.com.au/carlile-swimmers-at-the-olympics/): Carlile Swimmers will once again be at the Olympics, the greatest sporting event on earth. And many of them started with us as babies and toddlers. - [From Waterbabies to swimming with the big kids](https://www.carlile.com.au/from-waterbabies-to-swimming-with-the-big-kids/): There are key moments in life, starting big school, high school, moving out of home. Okay moving from Waterbabies to Tadpole isn’t quite as emotional (for you) as your teenager moving into their first shared flat. But it can be for your child. - [From Babies to Olympians](https://www.carlile.com.au/from-babies-to-olympians/): From babies to Olympians, and so it was again. On the weekend, Carlile Swimming Team star Olivia Wunsch sealed a place in the world’s hottest relay team for the Paris Olympics. Australia has won the last three Olympic Gold medals in the women’s 4x100m freestyle and Liv will be part of the team in Paris. - [Ten reasons to swim through winter](https://www.carlile.com.au/reasons-to-swim-through-winter/): Swimming is often associated with balmy summer days, but dismissing it as a seasonal activity overlooks the benefits of embracing it during the colder months. Here are ten reasons to swim through winter and why its a wise investment in your child's future. - [What are the three Fs of swimming teaching?](https://www.carlile.com.au/what-are-the-three-fs-of-swimming-teaching/): The three Fs of swimming teaching? Fun, Fulfilling Flexible. - [What’s the secret to learning to swim?](https://www.carlile.com.au/whats-the-secret-to-learning-to-swim/): If there is one secret to learning to swim well, it’s consistency. - [Celebrating the great women of Australian Swimming](https://www.carlile.com.au/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. - [Why choose group learning over private swimming lessons?](https://www.carlile.com.au/group-learning-is-best-for-childrens-swimming-lessons/): Research shows group learning is best for children's swimming lessons. If you are considering private lessons, it could be a mistake. - [Swimming Lessons Save Lives](https://www.carlile.com.au/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. - [Overcoming fear of the water](https://www.carlile.com.au/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?  - [Ginny Shanley a learn to swim legend](https://www.carlile.com.au/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. - [Why school holiday intensive lessons improve your kids progress](https://www.carlile.com.au/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 are 6 reasons why Swimvac is the perfect school holiday activity for your kids this Summer:   - [Pool Safety Tips Every Parent Should Know](https://www.carlile.com.au/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 prioritise pool safety.   - [Carlile Matriarch Ursula Carlile passes away](https://www.carlile.com.au/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. - [“Stuff the silver we came for gold!”](https://www.carlile.com.au/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. - [The top five summer pool games](https://www.carlile.com.au/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! - [Drownings still unacceptably high, swimming well saves lives](https://www.carlile.com.au/drownings-still-unacceptably-high-swimming-well-saves-lives/): Please think twice around water this Summer. Just a quick bath, backyard swim or trip to the local beach could end in tragedy. - [Spring into Summer Swimming](https://www.carlile.com.au/learning-to-swim-saves-lives/): With beaches, lakes and pools becoming Summer-time hotspots for Australian families, learning to swim is a must, because it saves lives. However, sadly too many Australians miss out. - [Learning to swim, better late than never](https://www.carlile.com.au/learning-to-swim-better-late-than-never/): When should your child start swimming lessons? The simple answer is, the sooner the better. Though a later start to swimming is better than never at all.  - [Are your kids summer ready?](https://www.carlile.com.au/are-your-kids-summer-ready/): Swimming lessons save lives. With winter sports winding down, from babies to school age, now is the perfect time to get children back in the water. - [Carlile Swimming Caringbah to open for swimming lessons](https://www.carlile.com.au/carlile-swimming-caringbah-to-open-for-swimming-lessons/): Carlile Swimming Caringbah to open, bringing its world-renowned learn to swim program to the Shire. The  state-of-the-art teaching pool will begin offering swimming lessons on August 21. Learn more about our Caringbah swim school. - [Carlile Swimmers go “Back to the Future” at Palm Beach!](https://www.carlile.com.au/carlile-swimmers-go-back-to-the-future-at-palm-beach/): It was back to the future today for the Carlile Swimming junior squad members in their Winter Camp. The swimmers headed back to where it all began, the Palm Beach Rock Pool. It was there in 1946, that Forbes Carlile started his coaching career. - [Carlile Swimming coming to Caringbah](https://www.carlile.com.au/carlile-learn-to-swim-lessons-coming-to-caringbah/): Carlile Swimming is set to launch a new learn to swim centre in the Sutherland Shire at Caringbah. Swimming lessons are expected to begin in August, bringing the world renowned Carlile Learn to Swim System to the Shire. - [Should your child swim with or without goggles?](https://www.carlile.com.au/should-your-child-swim-with-or-without-goggles-when-learning/): Should your child swim with or without Goggles when learning? This is one of the most commonly asked questions, and the answer is yes and no. They should do both! - [A legend of Swimmming](https://www.carlile.com.au/remembering-a-legend-of-swimming/): Today we celebrate the life of our founder, a legend of swimming Forbes Carlile who was born on this day 102 years ago. ## Pages - [Thank You](https://www.carlile.com.au/brisbane/rochedale/thank-you/): Thank you for registering your interest in Carlile Swim Rochedale. We’ve received your details and will keep you up to date as we get closer to opening in 2027. - [Rochedale](https://www.carlile.com.au/brisbane/rochedale/): Australia’s leading swim school is coming to Rochedale. Register your interest to receive the latest updates and be among the first to hear about opening dates, programs and enrolments. - [Kingsway](https://www.carlile.com.au/perth/kingsway/): Australia’s leading swim school is coming to Kingsway. Register your interest to receive the latest updates and be among the first to hear about opening dates, programs and enrolments. - [Adult Swimming Lessons](https://www.carlile.com.au/adult-swimming-lessons/): Carlile Swim has over 30 convenient locations across NSW, QLD, WA, VIC and the ACT for all of our swimming lessons & programs. Below are our swim schools which offer adult swimming lessons.  - [Book Your Lesson](https://www.carlile.com.au/book-your-lesson/): Carlile Swim - Book a Lesson Step 1 of 2 Which state are you in? NSW QLD VIC ACT WA Step 2 of 2 Which centre? ← Back Ready to book! Book a lesson at → ↻ Start again - [Harrisdale // Timetable](https://www.carlile.com.au/perth/harrisdale/timetable/): Select the lessons you wish to view below. Upon selection, you will be redirected to our LIVE booking platform to explore available lessons & times. - [Melville // Timetable](https://www.carlile.com.au/perth/melville/timetable/): Select the lessons you wish to view below. Upon selection, you will be redirected to our LIVE booking platform to explore available lessons & times. - [Mandurah // Timetable](https://www.carlile.com.au/perth/mandurah/timetable/): Select the lessons you wish to view below. Upon selection, you will be redirected to our LIVE booking platform to explore available lessons & times. - [Karrinyup // Timetable](https://www.carlile.com.au/perth/karrinyup/timetable/): Select the lessons you wish to view below. Upon selection, you will be redirected to our LIVE booking platform to explore available lessons & times. - [Claremont // Timetable](https://www.carlile.com.au/perth/claremont/timetable/): Select the lessons you wish to view below. Upon selection, you will be redirected to our LIVE booking platform to explore available lessons & times. - [Christ Church // Timetable](https://www.carlile.com.au/perth/christ-church/timetable/): Select the lessons you wish to view below. Upon selection, you will be redirected to our LIVE booking platform to explore available lessons & times. - [Water Polo](https://www.carlile.com.au/water-polo/): Swimming opens the door to a whole world of aquatic opportunities for children, including water polo. - [Hydrotherapy](https://www.carlile.com.au/hydrotherapy/): Hydrotherapy sessions for anyone who has difficulty moving comfortably on land. Available at 2 Carlile Swim locations in WA. - [Baby Swimming Lessons](https://www.carlile.com.au/perth/baby-swimming-lessons/): Carlile Swim offers baby swimming lessons across Perth for babies from 3 months of age. Our heated indoor pools, small class sizes, and specialist-trained teachers create a calm, supportive environment where babies build real water confidence from their very first lesson. With four Perth locations - Harrisdale, Karrinyup, Mandurah, and Melville - there's a Perth swim school close to you. - [Kirby Swim Has Joined Carlile Swim](https://www.carlile.com.au/kirby-swim-has-joined-carlile-swim/): Kirby Swim has proudly joined the Carlile Swim Family. New name. Same expert team. World-class swim program. We’re diving into the future - stronger, bolder, and ready to help your family thrive in the water! - [Harrisdale](https://www.carlile.com.au/perth/harrisdale/): If you're looking for Swimming Lessons in Harrisdale, Perth, our indoor swim school offers year-round lessons with expertly trained instructors and a progress guarantee for all ages. Our program was developed from over 120 combined years of experience, including that of an International Swimming Hall of Famer & an Olympic gold medalist.  - [Melville](https://www.carlile.com.au/perth/melville/): If you're looking for Swimming Lessons in Melville, Perth, our indoor swim school offers year-round lessons with expertly trained instructors and a progress guarantee for all ages. Our program was developed from over 120 combined years of experience, including that of an International Swimming Hall of Famer & an Olympic gold medalist.  - [Christ Church](https://www.carlile.com.au/perth/christ-church/): If you're looking for swimming lessons in Christ Church, Carlile Swim delivers year-round programs at the world-class Methodist Ladies' College & Christ Church Grammar School Aquatic Precinct. With expertly trained instructors & a progress guarantee, our program draws on over 120 combined years of experience - including that of an International Swimming Hall of Famer & an Olympic gold medallist. - [Claremont](https://www.carlile.com.au/perth/claremont/): If you're looking for Swimming Lessons in Claremont, Perth, our swim school offers year-round lessons with expertly trained instructors and a progress guarantee for all ages. Our program was developed from over 120 combined years of experience, including that of an International Swimming Hall of Famer & an Olympic gold medalist.  - [Mandurah](https://www.carlile.com.au/perth/mandurah/): If you're looking for Swimming Lessons in Mandurah, our indoor swim school offers year-round lessons with expertly trained instructors and a progress guarantee for all ages. Our program was developed from over 120 combined years of experience, including that of an International Swimming Hall of Famer & an Olympic gold medalist.  - [Karrinyup](https://www.carlile.com.au/perth/karrinyup/): If you're looking for Swimming Lessons in Karrinyup, Perth, our indoor swim school offers year-round lessons with expertly trained instructors and a progress guarantee for all ages. Our program was developed from over 120 combined years of experience, including that of an International Swimming Hall of Famer & an Olympic gold medalist.  - [Perth](https://www.carlile.com.au/perth/): With 80 years of experience and a program shaped by International Swimming Hall of Famers and an Olympic gold medallists, Carlile Swim sets the standard for Perth swimming lessons. Across 6 locations, we offer swimming programs for babies, toddlers, kids, teens and adults, plus private lessons and squads, so every swimmer can build real skills, safety and confidence in the water. Find a school near you or view our swim programs to get started. - [Holland Park](https://www.carlile.com.au/brisbane/holland-park/): If you’re looking for Swimming Lessons in Holland Park, our indoor swim school offers year-round lessons with expertly trained instructors and a progress guarantee for all ages. Our program draws on over 120 combined years of experience, including that of an International Swimming Hall of Famer and an Olympic gold medalist.  - [Register Your Interest](https://www.carlile.com.au/free-baby-swimming-lessons/register-your-interest/): We're expanding to new locations. Register below and we'll notify you as soon as free baby swimming lessons become available in your area. - [Free Baby Swimming Lessons](https://www.carlile.com.au/free-baby-swimming-lessons/): FREE baby swimming lessons are available at Carlile Swim centres across Australia. Choose your nearest centre to view available Little Starfish classes and secure your baby's place. - [Special Offers Terms and Conditions](https://www.carlile.com.au/special-offers-terms-and-conditions/): 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. - [Carseldine](https://www.carlile.com.au/brisbane/carseldine/): If you're looking for Swimming Lessons in Carseldine, our indoor swim school offers year-round lessons with expertly trained instructors and a progress guarantee for all ages. Our program draws on over 120 combined years of experience, including that of an International Swimming Hall of Famer and an Olympic gold medalist.  - [Reviews](https://www.carlile.com.au/reviews/): Carlile Swim has 32 convenient locations across NSW, QLD, WA, VIC and the ACT for all of our swimming lessons & programs. Each centre has its own feedback from local families. Click on the swim school below to see the reviews for that location. - [Parent Information](https://www.carlile.com.au/parent-information/): Carlile's most important mission is to provide a safe, caring, family-friendly environment where children can thrive and learn to swim well. We hope this section of our website answers your questions, but feel free to contact us if you can't find the information you're looking for. - [Carlile Foundation](https://www.carlile.com.au/carlile-foundation/): Established in 2004 to provide financial and professional assistance to help develop and support elite competitors, the Carlile Foundation was the brainchild of Forbes and Ursula Carlile. - [Whistleblower Policy](https://www.carlile.com.au/whistleblower-policy-2/): Whistleblower Policy VIEW HERE - [Application](https://www.carlile.com.au/join-us/application/) - [Join Us](https://www.carlile.com.au/join-us/): WORK WITH US - [School Swim Programs](https://www.carlile.com.au/the-carlile-school-swimming-program/): We know how important it is for schools to provide quality programs that support student wellbeing and safety. Our swimming lessons are designed to complement your curriculum and make planning simple. - [Safer Swimming](https://www.carlile.com.au/safer-swimming/): We are ‘eyes on’ all of the time when it comes to safety and never turn our back on any issue that could impact the safety and wellbeing of children as well as all team members and visitors to our swim school. Carlile has extensive policies and procedures in place that strive to protect children and provide a safe and enjoyable environment to learn to swim. These include areas such as water and air handling, emergency procedures, CCTV, safety procedures in and around our pools and support offices and Child Protection. - [Rainbow Club](https://www.carlile.com.au/rainbow-club/): Carlile Swimming isproud to partner with Rainbow Club, a network of social swimming clubs for children with a disability with NDIS Provider status. There are Rainbow Swimming clubs across Australia including at 11 Carlile Swimming schools in QLD, NSW and the ACT.  - [Aqua Aerobics](https://www.carlile.com.au/aqua-aerobics/): Enjoy a fun, low-impact workout in warm water. Perfect for adults, seniors, and anyone looking for safe, effective exercise. - [Lap Swimming](https://www.carlile.com.au/lap-swimming/): Lap swimming is a great way to stay active, improve fitness, and enjoy time in the water. It’s low-impact, which makes it gentle on joints, while still giving you a full-body workout. Whether you’re looking to build endurance, tone muscles, or simply clear your mind, lap swimming is an excellent choice for all ages. - [Pool Hire](https://www.carlile.com.au/pool-hire/): Hire Pool Space at Carlile Swim Centres - [Aquatic Achievers Has Joined Carlile](https://www.carlile.com.au/aquatic-achievers-has-joined-carlile/): Aquatic Achievers has proudly joined the Carlile Swim Family. New name. Same expert team. World-class swim program. We’re diving into the future - stronger, bolder, and ready to help your family thrive in the water! - [Website Terms and Conditions](https://www.carlile.com.au/website-terms-and-conditions/): This website is owned and operated by Carlile Systems Pty Ltd. By using our website, you agree to these terms and conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use the site. - [Privacy Policy](https://www.carlile.com.au/privacy-policy/): At Carlile Swim, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that you are informed about how we manage and keep your personal information safe and secure. - [Contact Us](https://www.carlile.com.au/contact-us/): If you have any questions about our lessons or anything else, fill out the form below to send a message to one of our team.