Rackley Swimming Parkinson is a swimming school located in the award-winning Parkinson Aquatic Centre in Brisbane's south. Open seven days a week, the centre boasts a purpose-built indoor Learn to Swim pool, a heated 50m outdoor pool, and a Health Club. In addition to swimming lessons, the facility offers birthday parties, group fitness classes, PLAYZONE, and CrossFit 4115. The centre also features a café and a retail area selling high-quality swimwear, goggles, fins, towels, and more.
The venue is fully accessible for individuals with disabilities.
Conveniently located just off Beaudesert Rd, Rackley Swimming Parkinson is the perfect choice for those in south Brisbane seeking swimming lessons. It is only a seven-minute drive from the Grand Plaza complex and a 10-minute drive from the Karawatha Forest Discovery Centre.
Rackley Swimming Parkinson offers swimming lessons for individuals of all ages, from babies and toddlers to adults. For beginners and school-aged children, the swimming school provides a range of programmes designed to build confidence in the water and teach essential swim skills from an early age.
The swimming school offers a unique Baby Splash programme for infants aged 3–6 months. There are also “Come & Try” classes available for babies between 6–11 months and toddlers aged 1–3 years. Additionally, Rackley Swimming Parkinson offers Swim Safety Check assessments for children aged 3 and older, as well as squad assessments for those interested in joining the squad programme.
At Rackley Swimming Parkinson, the experienced teachers prioritise safety and enjoyment during lessons. They utilise research-based methods to teach children how to be safer in and around the water. Lessons incorporate playful games, energetic activities, and even songs to make the learning experience fun and engaging. The swimming school aims to help children progress from basic water safety to mastering strokes, while also fostering important qualities such as determination and socialisation.
Rackley Swimming Parkinson believes in the benefits of starting swimming lessons at an early age. Research has shown cognitive and developmental advantages to early years swimming, and as a result, the swimming school offers free Baby Splash classes for infants aged 3–6 months. The flexibility of the swimming school is also emphasised, as lessons are available seven days a week, including evening classes for busy parents.
To learn more about the swimming lessons offered at Rackley Swimming Parkinson, individuals can book their first free welcome session for their child through the parent portal. The dedicated team at Rackley Swimming Parkinson looks forward to welcoming new families to the swimming school and helping children become confident swimmers.