Swimming lessons for every stageFrom babies and toddlers to school-age swimmers, adults and competitive pathways, Yarra Swim School helps swimmers build confidence, skills and a lifelong love of swimming. |  |
Find the right program
Whether your swimmer is taking their first steps into the water or ready for their next challenge, we have a program to help them progress.
Why families choose Yarra
A trusted local swim school with experienced teachers, a clear pathway and a strong focus on water safety.
40+ yearsSupporting local families and swimmers. | Qualified teachersExperienced teachers who care about every swimmer. | One pathwayFrom first lessons through to Future Waves and squads. | Water safetyPractical skills built into every stage of learning. | Community focusedA local swim school built around swimmers and families. |
A pathway that grows with your swimmer
As swimmers develop, they can progress through programs that match their age, ability and goals.
BabiesFirst experiences in the water | PreschoolConfidence and early swimming skills | Learn to SwimSwimming skills and water safety | Future WavesPreparing for the next step | SquadsDeveloping competitive swimmers |
Swimmers can progress at their own pace, with the right support at every stage.
Not sure where to start?We'll assess your child's current swimming ability and confidence, then help you find the class that's right for them. Assessments take around 10–15 minutes. |
Trusted by local families
4.4★Google Rating Based on more than 100 Google reviews |
| ★★★★★ 'The quality of the instructors has been fantastic. They communicate clearly, keep the children engaged and provide plenty of technique correction.' — Parent | ★★★★★ 'All three of my children learned to swim at Yarra Swim School. From nervous preschoolers to accomplished competitive swimmers, we love it.' — Parent | ★★★★★ 'My daughter has grown so much in confidence. She jumps in, swims independently and looks forward to every lesson.' — Parent |
Love teaching swimming?Join a team that helps swimmers build skills, confidence and a lifelong love of swimming. |
Ready to get started?Find the right swimming program for your swimmer and take the next step with Yarra Swim School. |
The Yarra River, from which our name is inspired, is known as Birrarung, meaning River of Mists in the Woiwurrung language of the Wurundjeri people.
Yarra Swim School proudly acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which we learn, teach and gather. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
We recognise the enduring connection of First Nations peoples to Country, water and community, and honour their continuing contribution to the life of our region.
