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2024/25 Season 2 Dates

Feb 2nd – week 1
Feb 9th – week 2
Feb 16th – week 3
Feb 23rd – week 4
Mar 2nd – week 5
Mar 9th – week 6
Mar 16th – week 7
Mar 23rd – week 8
Mar 30th – spare week if two washouts.

Season 2 bookings are now full. If families cancel, their spot will appear below. If there are no spaces, please complete the Information Request form below and indicate what class/es you would like to be on the waitlist for.

More information

If you would like any further information on the program or be placed on the mailing list, please fill out the form below.


Program Information and Cost

  • The program includes a 30 minute class where beach familiarisation, activity and fun are the main goals.
  • Classes are grouped by ‘year of birth’ and include beach-based activities, races and games.
  • We strongly encourage students to stay after class for a swim to increase their confidence in the water.
  • Student to teacher ratios are strict at a maximum of 1 teacher to every 8 students, with at least one extra instructor floating between groups. This ratio is dropped further to 1 to 7 for the 2021 classes, 1 to 6 for 2022, and 1 to 5 for those born in 2023. A 2024 class will be added in season 2 (Feb/Mar) in 2026
  • Season 1 2024/25 season will be an 8-week season for $176 with 7 weeks guaranteed. If two weeks are washed out, we have a spare week on the22nd of December
  • There are no spectator fees payable for any family or friends
  • Students are allowed complimentary entry to the Greenwich Baths during the season
  • Please note that classes will proceed during cold weather and only cancel when water conditions are not safe.
  • Where there is minor water pollution it is possible to have beach-only activities 
  • Also note, it is compulsory that parents or a guardian remain on site during the class.

What to bring:

  • Swimmers – Beach Safety swimmers are available for purchase however not compulsory
  • Rash shirt – Beach Safety rash shirts are available for purchase however not compulsory
  • Sun screen
  • Towel
  • Water bottle
  • Warm clothes for after the session. This is really important so children don’t catch colds.
  • Greenwich Baths Beach Safety cap, which is compulsory for all children to wear each session. These are available for purchase at the cafe from week 1
  • Please ensure you arrive early, as parking is a premium.

Frequently asked questions

No, there are activities in the water however many are confined to the shallow areas. Instructors will always check on swimming abilities

No, all classes are serviced fully by paid and trained staff.

The Beach Safety program is on every week regardless of the weather. If it is raining or cold, please take extra measures on bringing warm clothes for the children to put on straight after the class.

Kick back, read the paper, have a coffee and buy at least one bacon and egg roll…

Classes are grouped by year of birth. If your child and a friend are born in the same year, and have been enrolled in the same time, please email us requesting they start in the same group each week.

ABOUT US

With spectacular harbour views, fresh food at our cafe and a relaxed environment, the Harbour’s pleasant waters are ideal for swimming and the facilities at Greenwich Baths cater for…
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OPENING TIMES

September  7.00am- 5.00pm
October  7.00am- 6.00pm
November  7.00am- 7.00pm
December  7.00am- 8.00pm
January     7.00am- 8.00pm
February    7.00am- 7.00pm
March        7.00am- 6.00pm
April          7.00am- 5.00pm
Closed Christmas Day

 

OPENING TIMES

September  7.00am- 5.00pm
October  7.00am- 6.00pm
November  7.00am- 7.00pm
December  7.00am- 8.00pm
January     7.00am- 8.00pm
February    7.00am- 7.00pm
March        7.00am- 6.00pm
April          7.00am- 5.00pm

 

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