Our History

Platypus was established in 1986. It is a family owned business specialising in Learn to Swim programs. We nurture from a very young age ,16 months to 8 years of age, to love and enjoy being in the water and to become water safe.

We are Austswim accredited and hold bronze and silver high performance coaching accreditations as well. Our staff are caring and friendly and will guide each student from a non-swimmer to a water safe and proficient swimmer.

Our programs focus on:

• Teaching young children to swim independently in the water and to be able to swim back to the edge of the pool.

• Learn how to swim with good technique and breathing skills.

• Prepare the older swimmers to swim with an advanced stroke in preparation to train in a squad environment.

Our Pool

Platypus operates all year round in an indoor heated pool, using UV filtration to sanitise the water and help lower the amount of chemicals used in the pool water. The water quality is especially helpful for children experiencing skin allergies such as eczema or any other skin conditions.

The pool temperature in summer is 29/30 and in winter 32/33 degrees.

FAQ

• Are all Platypus swim teachers qualified?

  Yes either under Austswim, Swimsafe or Ascta accredited.

• Is the pool, indoor heated?

  Yes

  winter 32/33 degrees.

  Summer 29/30 degrees.

• What is the correct swimwear to bring to the lessons?

  For young children 1.5 years to 3 years, swim nappy is compulsory.

  For older children swim costume and goggles.

• How long does it take for your child to learn?

  Each child learns at a different pace. Think of it as a long term process. It should be a regular part of the child’s weekly routine, no matter what age.

• Should I continue classes through the winter?

  Yes It is a great activity in winter to keep your child strong, healthy, active and build on their swim skills. Swimmers who drop out through winter often have to catch up after a break.

• Does Platypus use floatation?

  Yes sometimes at a beginner level if needed.

• How clean is the water?

  We maintain a very high quality of water through state of the art filtration and disinfection systems (UV and low levels of chlorine) the water quality and levels of chemicals being checked throughout the day.

• Do the parents supervise their children on the premises?

  Yes, before, during and after the lessons.

• Is there a free assessment?

  Yes, usually 5 minutes from Monday to Thursday mornings. 7:45am to 8:00am or 330 onwards in the afternoons.

• What is the cancellation policy?

  If you need to pull out during a term there will be a refund only if the spot can be filled. There are no make up classes for missed lessons.

• How much are the fees?

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