This summer, 99 drowning deaths occurred, with over 25% involving individuals from migrant and refugee backgrounds, international students, and visitors.

The Sutherland Shire Council Swim Safe Communities Program aims to engage migrant and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities in healthy lifestyles. Our qualified staff will provide essential water and beach safety skills, boosting confidence in pools, natural waterways, and beaches.

With Sutherland Shire Council Swim Safe Communities Program, you will

Lifeguard and volunteer surf lifesaver
Learn how to stay safe in and around water.
You will learn how to spot safe and unsafe swimming areas across a range of waterways and understand the importance of active supervision at the beach and pool.
Build basic swimming skills.
Our qualified teachers will help you feel confident in the water by teaching basic rescue and floating techniques, and basic swimming strokes.
Mum smiling and hugging their child in the water.
Stay active and healthy while having fun.
Swimming is a great way to exercise while enjoying time with your friends and family.
Be part of the Sutherland Shire community
Enjoy the Sutherland Shire's beaches and pools confidently, while connecting with the community through fun and shared experiences.

This FREE program is available to youth (12 to 17 years old), adults and seniors who are from low socioeconomic groups, multicultural communities, or First Nations people.

Participants will attend 10 sessions between the Sutherland Leisure Centre, Engadine Leisure Centre and our beautiful beaches of Bate Bay to learn important water safety skills in the range of water environments of the Sutherland Shire. We maintain low teacher to student ratios so our qualified staff can take the time and attention needed for your skill level.

Proudly funded by NSW Government

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Expressions of interest now closed!

Our Swim Safe Communities Program was met with great enthusiasm, and we have received an overwhelming amount of Expressions Of Interest. Thank you!
We are really excited to take so many people through this journey, improving their aquatic skills and giving them an opportunity to enjoy a safer and more active lifestyle.

We are currently going through the inquiries and will reach out to every person as soon as a spot becomes available.

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