Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre

💜 It's Wear It Purple Day! 💜

Today we're proudly wearing purple to celebrate inclusion, respect and belonging for LGBTQIA+ young people🏳️‍🌈💜

A simple pop of purple can help start conversations, show support and remind others that they are seen, valued and accepted. Whether you're rocking a purple shirt, ribbon, hat or accessory, thank you for helping create a community where everyone can be themselves.

At Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre, we're committed to fostering a welcoming environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels they belong.

Let's paint the day purple and stand together in support. 💜

For support and resources, visit: 🔗 https://www.wearitpurple.org/resources-2026-1

💜 Wear It Purple Day is Tomorrow! 💜

Tomorrow we celebrate Wear It Purple Day and this year's theme, Colours of Courage.

We invite our team, members and community to wear a pop of purple and show your support for LGBTQIA+ young people. Whether it's a purple shirt, ribbon, socks, scrunchie or accessory, every splash of purple helps create a more inclusive and welcoming community.

The theme Colours of Courage recognises the many ways LGBTQIA+ people, allies and communities show courage every day. Courage can be loud, creating change and speaking up, or quiet, living authentically, supporting others and being true to yourself.

At Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre, we are committed to creating a space where everyone feels welcome, valued and respected. No matter who you are or who you love, you belong here.

If you or someone you know needs support, wellbeing resources are available here: 👇
🔗 https://www.wearitpurple.org/resources-2026-1

Find your balance, strength and wellbeing with Yoga at GRAC! 🧘‍♀️

Our Yoga classes blend mindful movement, controlled breathing and gentle stretching to help improve:
✨ Flexibility
✨ Strength
✨ Balance & Coordination
✨ Relaxation & Stress Relief

Whether you're new to yoga or have an established practice, our classes are designed to support all fitness levels. You'll move at your own pace while building strength, improving mobility, and creating space to unwind from the demands of everyday life.

Our members say: 'What I love about yoga is the combination of gentle movement and breathwork. The instructors are professional and welcoming, and I always leave feeling relaxed and refreshed.'

Take some time for yourself and discover the benefits of movement, mindfulness and connection 🧘‍♀️

Class Times:
Monday | 9:15am & 6:00pm
Wednesday | 11:15am
Friday | 6:40am

Book your place here 👉 https://grac.perfectgym.com.au/ClientPortal2/ #/Classes/1/List

🚨 7 DAYS UNTIL THE CHALLENGE BEGINS! 🚨
MILLION MOVES | 1-21 SEPTEMBER

Every Minute Counts. Every Move Matters. ✨

Join one of Australia's biggest MOVEments this September and help inspire a more active Australia.🏃‍♀️🚶‍♂️🤸‍♀️

The challenge is simple:
✅ 1 minute of movement = 1 move
Your moves can be big or small, seated or standing, high-energy or low-impact
Join TEAM GRAC to log your moves

Whether it's walking, gardening, stretching, swimming, sports or a gym workout, every move counts 🧘

Join TEAM GRAC, challenge yourself, support your wellbeing, and go in the draw for some great prizes.

No cost. No catch. Just sign up and start moving! 🔥
https://millionmoves.org.au/ymca-vic-team-grac

Reset. Reconnect. Recharge.

This spring, start building healthy habits that will carry you into summer feeling your best.

Join now with:
NO joining fees &
NO lock-in contracts

Discover the benefits of staying active, building consistency, and feeling healthier this spring.

Use code SPRING26 at checkout to redeem this offer.

Offer ends 14 September – don't let another season pass you by.
https://grac.ymca.org.au/fitness-promotions

CLASS SPOTLIGHT ⭐

Find your athletic potential with Les Mills BodyAttack! The combination of running, jumping and strength exercises will boost your
🏆 Cardio fitness
🏆 Agility
🏆 Coordination
while leaving you feeling energised and accomplished.

Whether you are a beginner or fitness addict, Attack targets athletic movement and functional fitness, making it perfect for anyone who loves the feeling of sport, wants to build everyday fitness, or enjoys challenging themselves in a supportive group environment.

Our members say: 'I love Body Attack because it’s an athletic, high energy class that gets the heart pumping and sweat flowing! It’s for anyone who is up for a fun challenge, you’ll get an amazing workout and finish feeling stronger than when you started!'

Class Times:
Tuesday | 6:05am
Thursday | 5:20pm
Every 2nd Saturday | 7:30am

👉 Test yourself and book in now: https://bit.ly/4uLwpvM

Our Final Hot Chocolate Week is Here! ❄️☕

From August 17-23, every swim lesson student will receive a FREE hot chocolate after their lesson.

Stay warm, stay active and keep progressing one cozy cup at a time ☕️

Don’t miss out, it’s the last week to enjoy a warm treat after swimming!

💦 Aqua Sensory Play at GRAC 💦

Watch your little one discover the magic of water through sight, sound, movement and touch in our specially designed Aqua Sensory sessions.

Held in a calm, shallow water environment, these classes provide a gentle and nurturing introduction to the water while supporting sensory development, confidence and mobility.

👶 Seal Cubs: 8 weeks - 6 months
🐻‍❄️ Polar Bears: 6 months - 12 months

📅 Every Monday
⏰ Bookings open 5 days in advance
⚠️ Limited spots available

Give your baby the opportunity to learn, explore and splash in a safe and supportive environment.

👉 Book now: https://bit.ly/4uLwpvM

Water Safety Week is Here! 🏊

We have loved seeing all our students getting involved in Water Safety Week!

This special week is dedicated to teaching essential water safety and survival skills in a fun, supportive, and engaging environment. Our lessons are tailored to all age groups and help build the confidence and knowledge needed to stay safe in and around the water.

This week, students have been learning valuable skills including:

👉 Signalling for help
👉 Survival strokes
👉 Reach and throw rescues
👉 Safe entries and exits and more!

Water safety is a life skill, and we're proud to help our students develop the skills and confidence they need to enjoy the water safely.

A huge congratulations to Julie, who was our Mindful Month Challenge winner! 🏆

Julie attended an impressive 12 Mind Body classes throughout July that put her into the draw and was the very lucky (and well-deserving) winner of 4 weeks FREE on her membership. What an amazing achievement and a well-deserved reward for her dedication and consistency.

Welldone, Julie! We're so proud of your commitment. Keep up the fantastic work! 🌟