Ivanhoe Swim

What a way to finish our Holiday Program! 💙

A huge congratulations to everyone who committed to our Holiday Program, private lessons, and workshops.
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Your dedication, consistency, and passion for our sport mean so much to us.
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Every session you showed up for is another step towards your goals💪

Our Senior Squad took on an intense weeks while our Junior Squad worked incredibly hard.
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We couldn’t be prouder of the effort and resilience shown by every swimmer.

To finish the week, we hosted Ivanhoe Swim Meet #2, welcoming more than 140 swimmers to race in our pool. It was fantastic to see so many personal bests, Metro and State qualifying times, and, most importantly, smiling faces on pool deck.
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A heartfelt thank you to all of our officials and volunteers who generously gave their time to make our meet possible.
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Congratulations, Eli, on completing your second Tri-Series! 👏

After representing Swimming Victoria in both 2025 and 2026, this year’s Tri-Series in Karratha, WA was another unforgettable experience.

Over 3 days and 5 matches, Eli proudly raced 13 events for the team, giving everything for his teammates every time he stepped onto the blocks.

A huge congratulations to the entire Swimming Victoria Team on finishing 2nd overall. 🥈
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It was incredible to be part of a team of 20 outstanding athletes (10 girls and 10 boys) alongside 7 dedicated staff, all learning from one another, supporting each other, and creating lifelong memories.

Thank you to Swimming Victoria Swimming Victoria for providing this amazing opportunity.
Experiences like these help athletes and coaches grow both in and out of the pool.
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A huge thank you to Swimming WA Swimming WA for hosting such a fantastic event and making us feel so welcome in Karratha.

Thank you as well to the New Zealand Team Swimming New Zealand for coming over and being part of another memorable Tri-Series.
It was great to compete, connect, and share this experience together.

Proud of you, Eli and welcome home!
On to the next challenge! ✊
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Ivanhoe Swim Holiday Action – Week 1

Let’s make the most of every session - learn something new, grow stronger, play hard, and have fun together!
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2026 Tri-Series
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⁡An unforgettable experience representing the Swimming Victoria Team at the Tri Series in Karratha, WA, competing against New Zealand and Western Australia.

A special shout-out to Eli, who proudly represented the team across multiple events throughout the competition.

Five matches in three days, combined with tough conditions, challenged every athlete to perform at their best. The resilience, teamwork, and determination shown by the entire team were outstanding.

Beyond the racing, we were fortunate to experience the rich culture and community of Karratha. It was a privilege to learn more about the local area and its people, making this trip about much more than just swimming.
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Ivanhoe Swim is excited to launch its new Deaf and Hard of Hearing Swimming Program, creating more accessible, inclusive and empowering opportunities for children and adults of all abilities to learn and enjoy swimming.

The program operates from the Sports & Aquatic Centre at Ivanhoe Grammar School's Ivanhoe Campus and is led by Deaflympian, swim instructor and 2025 Deaflympics gold medallist Imogen Nolan. Driven by Ivanhoe Swim Director of Aquatics Katrina Gevaux, the new Deaf and Hard of Hearing Swimming Program is creating a more inclusive pathway for children, adults and families to learn this vital life skill.

Working alongside Deaflympian and instructor Imogen Nolan, Katrina has led an approach in which accessibility and inclusion are embedded in every lesson through thoughtful communication strategies and teaching practices.

"I'm a big believer in everyone learning how to swim," said Katrina. "I don't think it's right that there are some people out there who aren't allowed or just can't get access to swim lessons. Everyone has the right to learn."

To find out more and register, check out the link in our bio.

Well done to everyone who attended the Lawes Swim Clinics on Tuesday 30 June and Thursday 2 July!

A huge thank you to our mentor, Wayne Lawes, for leading the sessions alongside Lead Coach Aaron, Coach Stephanie, and Coach Charlie.

Our junior swimmers focused on building strong race fundamentals, while our senior swimmers developed advanced race skills and race strategies.

It was a fantastic opportunity to learn from one of the best, and we hope everyone took away something valuable to apply in training and racing.

We can’t wait to see even more swimmers at our next clinic! 🩵🤍
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🥇 First medal, first of many!

This is Dixon from Doreen Campus 👏
He earned his very first medal at Yarra Plenty Waves Yarra Plenty Waves Swimming Club on Saturday, and he was so proud he wore it to Monday morning training!

Moments like these remind us why we love this sport. Congratulations, Dixon—we’re so proud of you! 💪💪💪
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Congratulations, Eli!

A huge congratulations to Eli on being selected for Swimming Australia’s Flippers Program and the 2026 Tri Series Victorian Team!

The Tri Series, held in Karratha, WA (6–11 July), brings together the best young swimmers from Victoria, Western Australia, and New Zealand for high-quality racing and valuable representative experience.

We’re incredibly proud of your hard work and dedication. Wishing you the very best as you race in the Victorian colours. Enjoy every moment!
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Farewell Maddy💐

Maddy began her swimming journey in 1999 at Yarra Swim School and has built an outstanding career across both disability and mainstream swimming.

Her achievements include representing Australia at the World Special Olympics in Berlin in 2023, setting a Down Syndrome World Record in the 200m Backstroke in 2019, winning five international medals, and receiving the Australian Sports Medal in 2024 for her contribution to sport.

Throughout her journey, Maddy has competed at the highest levels, including the Special Olympics National Games, Australian Nationals, Victorian Championships, Virtus Oceania Asia Games, and as a proud member of Team Australia in Down Syndrome Swimming🎖
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Maddy has been such an important part of the Ivanhoe Swim community, and she has never stopped bringing joy, energy, and positivity to the club.
Wherever Maddy went, she brought her infectious spirit with her, and it lifted everyone around her. Her presence has made a lasting impact on Ivanhoe Swim, and she will always be remembered for the warmth and life she brought to our club.
We will miss you, Maddy, and all the joy and energy you shared with us. We wish you all the very best on your journey ahead.
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Club Captain - Leon
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Rory started his competitive swimming journey at Northcote Swim Club, where he became a State swimmer.
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He later moved to MLC Aquatic and progressed to National level swimming.
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Unfortunately, injuries and other challenges forced him to step away from the sport for a period of time.

Rory returned to the pool with Ivanhoe Swim as part of his rehabilitation, but it didn’t take long before he was back racing again. Why? Because he never gives up.

Since returning, Rory has embraced training with enthusiasm and positivity. He brings great energy to every session, and even on days when he’s not feeling his best, he always gives 100% in both the pool and the gym.

His last race was at the Ivanhoe Swim Meet, where he competed in two events and achieved two personal best times.

Thank you, Rory. You are an incredible role model, and we are so proud of everything you have achieved throughout your swimming career.

We wish you all the very best as you begin your next chapter in Europe. Please remember that you will always be part of the Ivanhoe Swim family, and our door is always open for you.

Good luck, Rory💫we can’t wait to see what comes next.
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