New Women’s Only Classes on Sundays!
We are now running classes at Auburn Ruth Everuss Aquatic Centre, Lidcombe on Sunday mornings. Catering for each level of swimmer, we also have classes for women only. We're there from 10.00am every week. Take a look at our schedule on MindBody to book in. The photos show our coach, Judy, with [...]
Register Now for Breaststroke Masterclass on Saturday, 13th April, 2019.
Do you want to learn breaststroke or improve your technique to become more efficient and faster? If your answer is yes, then this is the Masterclass for you. Breaststroke Masterclass Date: Saturday, 13th April Time: 3.30pm - 5.00pm Location: Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre, Ultimo Coach: Judy Cameron Prerequisite: You must be able to swim 50m freestyle [...]
Video & Stroke Correction Clinics.
We've opened up our Video and Stroke Correction Clinics to swimmers who are at the Intermediate to Advanced level. If you're preparing for a triathlon, an Iron Man event, or an ocean swim, you would benefit from a session with one of our top coaches, Paul Myatt. Paul will ensure your technique is [...]
More Treading Water Intensive Classes
Do you want to you to feel like you can jump into deep water without worrying this summer? We'll continue to run our treading water and basic water safety extended class in 2019. If you're keen to build your confidence in deep water, then register for our Treading Water Intensive by emailing Inquiries@differentstrokesswimming.com.au.
Inspiration Corner. ‘I nearly drowned, now I dream of Olympic glory!’
In case you missed this post from the BBC News on our Facebook page, do take a look. A Syrian refugee has stunned swimming experts by learning how to swim in just 12 months and is now training for the 2020 Olympics. Eid Aljazairli, who is 24 years old, nearly drowned [...]
SwimFit Every Saturday.
There's nothing like 'have a chat kick' at the end of a SwimFit session. Run every Saturday morning, this 60 minute session will help you increase your distance, build your speed, help you learn how to use all the swimming equipment and prepare you for squad. It's the perfect the way [...]
Prince Alfred Park & Victoria Park Timetable Changes.
Daylight saving ends on the 7th April which means Victoria Park and Prince Alfred Park pools close an hour earlier at 7.00pm. As a result our last class at both pools will be at 6.15pm from Monday, the 8th April. There are still later classes available at Cook & Phillip Aquatic Centre, Ian Thorpe [...]
Do you have a water related phobia?
We can survive for about three weeks without food, about 3 days without water but only about 3 minutes without breathing. Being unable to breathe triggers an incredibly powerful surge of physical and emotional resources as our drive to survive kicks in. Losing consciousness (or even coming close) as a result of [...]
International Women’s Day 2019.
Michelle, Shayne and I celebrated International Women's Day with the wonderful swimmers in the English for Swimming program at Auburn Ruth Everuss Aquatic Centre. Such an amazing group of women. We are always so impressed by their ability to utilise the swimming vocabulary they have learned in the classroom as they [...]
Summer Evenings Are Wonderful!
Monthly Update for January/ February 2019. We've seen some amazing sunsets in the last couple of weeks. If ever there was a time to swim in an outdoor pool, it's definitely now. The skies are just so beautiful! More swimmers who've joined the 50m and 25m Clubs. The team and I [...]
NSW Government Water Safety Forum
It was great to attend the NSW Government's Water Safety Forum with the Founder of the Swim Sisters Squad, Yusra Metwally. Both the Minister for Multiculturalism, Ray Williams and the Minister for Emergency Services, Troy Grant, along with the CEO of Royal Life Saving and the CEO of Surf Lifesaving NSW, [...]
Inspiration Corner. You’re never too old!
I often get asked by non swimmers, if they're too old to learn to swim. As some of you know, I learned to swim freestyle myself at 48 years and I've never looked back. This video from the BBC of George Corones' record breaking swim at 99 years of age, just [...]
Auburn Ruth Everuss Breaking New Ground.
Learning to swim can be a daunting task for some new migrants but one aquatic centre has embarked on a project to employ refugees as swimming teachers and lifeguards. Read the full article on SBS by clicking on the below image.
More Classes on More Days!
Additional Days Prince Alfred Park Pool Wednesdays 5.45pm - 7.45pm Drummoyne Swimming Centre Mondays 5.45pm - 7.15pm Auburn Ruth Everuss Aquatic Centre Mondays 5.30pm - 7.30pm (from April 18) Sundays 10.00am - 11.30am (from March 3) You do need to book in, so jump online to MindBody as the classes are filling fast. You can [...]
Are you scared of drowning, too?
Her eyes appeared to smart as she held back the tears. Her fear was palpable. The tenacity and determination she had mustered to get here. Rushing to get here in her busy life. She must learn, if for no other reason than the sake of her son. Yes, even she [...]
Open Water Swimming. It’s time to get back to it!
I have been thinking a lot these past few weeks about open water swimming, in particular ocean swimming. I've always had a very healthy respect for open water conditions, largely based on my deep-seated fear of the unknown, certain types of “marine life”, and my lack of confidence in surf conditions. [...]
Swimming Classes Begin January 6th!
We are very excited to be launching Different Strokes Swimming on Tuesday 6 January, at the magnificent Prince Alfred Park Pool! This pool was refurbished only a couple of years ago and in my opinion, is one of the finer swimming venues in Sydney. This is the best time of the year [...]
Magical Swimming in the Aeolian Islands!
I have just returned from the most amazing week long, swimming holiday in the Aeolian Islands, an archipelago off Sicily, Italy. Each of these islands is home to an active volcano, which intensifies the experience for me. Sleeping at the base of an active volcano as we did on Vulcano, regularly [...]
An Adult Swim School Launches in Sydney!
I am very excited to be launching Different Strokes Swimming this week. A swim school just for adults, specialising in learn to swim and stroke correction. Our aim is to increase your confidence and enjoyment in the water. Different Strokes Swimming has come into being as a result of my own [...]
