Kardinia Aquatic Centre

Making fitness accessible, welcoming and fun.

The Making Waves Geelong Low Vision Aqua Fit Program underway at Leisurelink is helping adults who are blind or have low vision enjoy the benefits of aqua exercise in a supportive environment designed with their needs in mind.

More than a fitness class, it shows what’s possible when accessibility is intentionally built into everyday community recreation.

Participants have described the sessions as both physically challenging and mentally uplifting, while enjoying the chance to move, socialise and simply be part of the group.

We're proud to help create opportunities for more people to get active and connect with others.

A familiar face from Norlane ARC is swapping the pool deck for the finish line at the upcoming Geelong Running Festival. 🏃‍♀️💪

After nine months away from running, Georgia has been building back up to running the marathon with a little help from Swim Sport & Leisure along the way. Treadmill runs, StairMaster sessions and swimming have all become part of Georgia’s training mix, helping build fitness, strength and recovery as race day gets closer.

With four marathons already under her belt, Georgia knows what’s ahead and there’s some extra motivation knowing she will be running in her hometown where her friends and family can come cheer along.

The goal? Finish strong, enjoy running a local marathon and, most importantly, beat her Mum who just happens to be running it too!

Good luck, Georgia. We’ll be cheering you on all the way to the finish line. 🏃‍♀️👏

👉 There's still time to sign up for Geelong Running Festival, find your distance and register at geelongrunningfestival.com.au

Not all heroes wear capes 🛟

For International Lifeguard Appreciation Day, we’re making waves for our incredible Swim, Sport & Leisure lifeguards. They’re the people who keep a watchful eye, stay ready to dive into action and help create welcoming pools for our community every day.

Across our seven indoor and outdoor centres, 216 lifeguards support our community – from teaching water safety skills to responding when every second counts.

Thank you to all our lifeguards for helping make our pools safer places to swim, learn and enjoy. 🏊

It's Water Safety Week at Webstar's Swim School 🏊‍♂️💦🛟

This week, students across all our centres are taking part in age-appropriate water safety activities alongside their regular swimming lessons as we support World Drowning Prevention Day on Saturday 25 July.

Learning to swim is one of the most important life skills a child can have, and every lesson at Webstar's Swim School helps build safer, more confident swimmers.

🙌 Congratulations to our passionate and highly skilled lifeguards who competed in the 2026 Life Saving Victoria Pool Lifeguard Challenge. 💪🛟

With 24 teams from across Victoria taking part, our two teams put their rescue skills, first aid knowledge and teamwork to the test through a series of realistic emergency scenarios.

A highlight of the day was the rescue relays, featuring underwater obstacles, mannequin tows, rope throws and kickboard rescues.

We're incredibly proud of everyone who represented Swim, Sport & Leisure and the professionalism and teamwork they demonstrated throughout the day.

📷 Swim Sport & Leisure lifeguards: Isaac, Lachie, Callum, Mia, Anthony, Thiviru, Matt, Lauren, Ebony and Hayley.

💦 Give your child skills for life with Webstar’s Swim School

Learning to swim is about more than confidence in the water — it’s about building essential safety skills that can last a lifetime. For a limited time, new members who enrol in swimming lessons will receive 2 WEEKS FREE!*

Why chose Webstar's Swim School?
✔ Up to 50 weekly swimming lessons per year
✔ Unlimited access to seven Swim Sport & Leisure centres outside lesson times
✔ Discounted waterslides
✔ Classes for students aged six months to adult
✔ Flexible class options across our centres

Join the Webstar’s Swim School community and help your child grow stronger, safer and more confident in the water.

Enrol today 👉 geelong.link/TwoWeeksFree
*Terms and conditions apply.

🔥 Dive into savings at Swim Sport & Leisure 🔥

It's the perfect time to refresh your swimwear and save with our EOFY sale.

Visit us in centre from Saturday 20 June to Tuesday 30 June 2026 and enjoy:
🏷️ Members: 30% OFF*
🏷️ Non-members: 20% OFF*

*Terms and conditions apply. Excludes goggles and accessories.

WINNERS! 🏆

It was a night to remember at the 2026 Aquatics & Recreation Victoria Industry Awards, with our team taking home two incredible awards.

⭐ Leisurelink won the Swim School of the Year award.
⭐ Swim Sport & Leisure won the Healthy Choices award.

We couldn't be prouder!

We’d also like to recognise all our other nominees. You are a valued part of the Swim Sport & Leisure team and should be incredibly proud of your achievements and the impact you make every day.

📷 Photos: Leisurelink's Centre Manager Jonathon and Swim Teacher Hamilton with the Swim School award and Swim Sport & Leisure's Daniel with the Healthy Choices award.

This school holidays Webstar's Swim School is hosting FREE water safety workshops designed to help children build confidence and develop essential skills.

Open to everyone, these sessions are suitable for both current swim school students and new participants aged 5+, offering a fun school holiday experience.

Learning to be safe around water is a skill for life, and these workshops give children the opportunity to practise, learn and grow in a supportive setting.

Bookings open Monday 22 June. View the program at geelong.link/WebstarHolidayProgram

This is Ali 🏋️

Ali has been nominated for the Personal Trainer/Gym Instructor of the Year Award at the 2026 Aquatics & Recreation Victoria Industry Awards.

Ali is a highly valued Gym Instructor in the Swim Sport & Leisure network, known for her warm, approachable nature and, as a qualified Osteopath, she brings a unique depth of knowledge to deliver safe and results-driven programs for all fitness levels. She builds strong relationships through genuine connection, with her Motivate 30 classes consistently at full capacity, reflecting the inclusive, high-energy environment she creates.

The City of Greater Geelong and Swim Sport & Leisure team are behind you, Ali. 💙