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John Wallace Swim School

Locality: Caloundra, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 5408 4722

Address: Central Park Rd 4551 Caloundra, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.jwss.com.au

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25.01.2022 Do you still have outstanding make up lessons to complete? These need to be finalised by the end of the year so we encourage you to organise these ASAP. You can book these two days in advance by calling us on 5408 4722 or by logging into our online customer portal.

25.01.2022 THAT’S A WRAP! We are so proud of everyone’s achievements over these School Holidays Our new team member Vinnie had a great time meeting so many of you this week, including finishing off with this whole class moving up to Squad! ... Thank you again to our Instructors, parents and students for a fantastic 2 weeks of swimming Enjoy the long weekend and we’ll see you Tuesday

24.01.2022 Some of this weeks ACHIEVEMENTS Archie, grade 1 - moved up into our Marlin Squad and has achieved 4 levels in 11 months (including our 3 months of COVID closure) Indigo, 5 years old - has moved into our Starfish Advanced and has been a JWSS family member since she was only 11 weeks old ... Want to share your child’s achievements and help inspire others? Please send us their story with a photo via messenger or tag us in your own post

24.01.2022 We are so proud of this class! These students started off very afraid of the water, especially leaving the pool edge. By focusing on their water awareness has helped boost their confidence immensely! ... There is never ONE way to teach a child to swim. We are fortunate enough that our pool allows us to adapt and move around the pool in a way that will build their confidence, water awareness and most important... SURVIVAL SKILLS!

24.01.2022 That’s a WRAP! Once again our #swimsafer week was a great success!! The emphasis of water safety NEVER stops but by creating life saving scenarios are so important and skill that maybe one day will come into some good use! Stay safe this Summer people, never turn your eyes away from the water! It can happen too quickly and without a sound. ... Be vigilant! Thank you to our AMAZING team who put SO much energy and fun into their lessons. We love our team and are so proud of you all! Also, thank you to the wonderful team at Swim Australia who make it their mission to create the importance of swim safety and implement these amazing initiatives to help save our children.

24.01.2022 POSITIONS VACANT - John Wallace Swim School are looking for a number of new faces to join our team! We're looking for Learn to Swim instructors passionate about introducing water safety skills and developing a child's love of learning to swim for life. The position is for a January start, and will involve after school hours teaching shifts and Saturday mornings with the potential for additional hours in the future.... Required Qualifications: - CPR - POSITIVE BLUE CARD - SWIM AUSTRALIA Teacher qualification (or equivalent) Any applicant who holds a current SWIM AUSTRALIA Teacher of Babies and Toddlers or equivalent may find their application strengthened. Please send all enquiries to [email protected]

24.01.2022 Bookings are open for our September School Holiday Swim Intensives! Week 1 runs from September 21 to 25, with week 2 running from September 28 to October 2. See us at the swim school office next time you're in for a lesson to secure your spot.

23.01.2022 Our last week for the year, although the weather is a bit sad, we’re all SMILES in our warm pools!

23.01.2022 HAPPY BIRTHDAY to this GUY He’s a lover of cars, surfing, swimming, coaching, good friends and his pet dogs Tyson, we hope you have a great day surrounded by your work family, loved ones and friends

23.01.2022 TWINS These two loving their lessons and sharing some great bonding moments with family members Thank you for sharing @sarahkatemilner

22.01.2022 Monday afternoon full of SURVIVAL FUN By teaching simple information to our students like what floats and what doesn’t can be vital to any lifesaving situation. Eski kids, empty milk bottles, buckets or plastic tubs used the correct way could help anyone out of a panicked situation. ... #swimsaferweek Swim Australia

22.01.2022 Today is the last day of our SwimSAFER Week! Let’s learn, rescue and have some FUN!

21.01.2022 A great night celebrating @pwc_swimming presentation night - Halloween style

19.01.2022 Our Baringa centre is INDOOR and HEATED all year round! Don’t wait until next Summer, BOOST your child now and give them the opportunity to get ahead BEFORE next Summer! Baringa is for all levels from 8 weeks to Jnr Development Squads. ... Call for more info 54084722 Or email: [email protected] Thanks again to the team at @sjhigginsgroup for this amazing build. @rixryanphotography

19.01.2022 This is GREAT news!! As of Thursday 14/3 6am, no more masks! We still ask that you cancel lessons if anyone who is attending is unwell. Makeup lessons are available with the 2 hour notice policy! ... Thank you to everyone for your ongoing support and patience

19.01.2022 Congratulations to our Easter Colouring Competition Winners! Olive Simmons Oliver Gapes Amaya Munoz (not pictured)... Everyone did such a wonderful job and it was very hard to pick the winners. We hope you all enjoy your Easter break and we’ll be back at swimming on Tuesday 6th April!

18.01.2022 *edit - updated link * PARENT PORTAL: https://portal.simplyswim.net.au/ Allows you to cancel attendance & arrange make up lessons at your own convenience Otherwise please call our team on 54084722

18.01.2022 It was all happening over at our Baringa site today We have a roof!!

17.01.2022 We ask that all JWSS members do NOT attend lessons if you have been in the greater Brisbane area. Only one parent/carer to attend swimming lessons Plan for arrival and departure time where minimal amount of time in the centre is needed. Note for BARINGA families: As we are an indoor facility, all parents/carers are required to wear a mask. Masks are not required for anyone who is in the water attending lessons.... Make Up lessons are available and whilst still enrolled you have until 30/06/21 to finalise. Please call your swim school centre to cancel your child’s attendance on 54084722 Thank you for your understanding and patience.

17.01.2022 How cute are these two

16.01.2022 Well done Jaden!!

16.01.2022 OMG this is so darn cute!!

16.01.2022 First time experiences are so important Thank you for sharing

16.01.2022 Happy Saturday Couldn’t wipe the smile off them even if we tried!! Summer swimming does it get any better?!?

15.01.2022 Do you remember this video when Sofie Wotton helped us raise awareness on the importance of water safety and swimming lessons by sharing their story??? WELL.... She and her 2 year old daughter Tilsa will be LIVE on Sunrise this morning around 7:30am!! She’s been asked to be an ambassador fOr Swim Australia thanks to her positive story she shared with us and help raise awareness just in time for #swimsaferweek ... Good Luck Sofie, we’ll be watching

15.01.2022 THANK YOU to our amazing parents who made a donation over the past two weeks for our beautiful SHELBEY. You helped to raise over.... 2000 dollars! Shelbey is currently undergoing surgery as we speak and we are sending all the positive thoughts and vibes to her and family

14.01.2022 Don't forget that there are no lessons on today due to the Queen's Birthday public holiday. If you normally have lessons today, there is no need to arrange a make up lesson as you haven't been charged for today.

14.01.2022 BECOME A LEARN TO SWIM TEACHER We are conducting a Swim Australia Teacher accredited training course at our Baringa centre on Sunday April 18. A Swim Australia Teacher has the competence and knowledge to teach swimming and water safety to independent learners in groups of varying sizes.... Successful students of this course will gain a Statement of Attainment with the competencies required to deliver GST free, water related, personal safety and survival lessons. Course cost is $325. Register via the link below or contact us for more information. REGISTER HERE: https://ascta.ditaplayer.com.au//igfvc7d24gjivfw7/register

14.01.2022 Construction on our brand new second swim school in Baringa is well and truly underway. Can't wait to see it completed!

13.01.2022 Our second swim school in Baringa is now open for bookings! Contact us today to book in for swimming lessons.

13.01.2022 Do you have any outstanding make up lessons still to be completed? Don't forget to get these organised as they need to be completed by the end of the year. You can book these two days in advance by calling us on 5408 4722 or by logging into our online customer portal.

13.01.2022 Swim Australia SwimSAFER Week is back again in 2020! SwimSAFER Week aims to help educate children of safety tips and procedures in and around the water. We ask all children from Starfish Beginner to Bronze Target to bring a set of light clothes to their swimming lessons to perform their survival drills and rescues (don't forget to bring a plastic bag as they will not be wearing their clothes throughout the whole lesson).

13.01.2022 HAPPY BIRTHDAY JENNY ‘Officially’, Jenny’s role is our Deck Supervisor... But really, she’s much more than that! She’s our rock that holds us all together, our medical expert, chef extraordinaire and our seamstress when we have holes in our clothes. She’s the type of person if there’s a problem, then she’ll fix it without any questions. She’s also a great friend to us all and deserves a very special mention on her special day.

13.01.2022 LESSONS CANCELLED 17/11/20 Due to storm. All makeups can be completed by 19/12/2020

13.01.2022 Thank you to the Courier Mail for a great little article on our Infant classes. Little Mr Holt shows the perfect example of a wonderful intro shallow submersion as a 4 month old, what a great photo! Submersions like these take time and repetition practising the cues we teach our little ones in our swimming lessons and at home before developing a shallow submersion.

13.01.2022 HAPPIEST OF BIRTHDAYS to this Ray of Sunshine We hope you have a FABULOUS day Janelle and get spoilt endlessly by your boys! Enjoy your special day! Janelle Brinkworth

13.01.2022 AQUA BRING A FRIEND FOR FREE SPECIAL Tonight is a once off to bring a friend for FREE tonight!! ~ Monday 12/4 @ 5:45pm BARINGA *special is for anyone who has not yet attended Aqua at our Baringa centre.

12.01.2022 LESSONS CANCELLED - 27/10/2020 All this afternoon's scheduled lessons (plus Junior Development Squad) have been cancelled due to thunderstorm activity.

12.01.2022 We're looking for a bright and bubbly personality to join our administration team! The successful applicant will be available to work weekday afternoons and Saturday mornings. Please send all enquiries to [email protected]

11.01.2022 LESSONS CANCELLED - 28/10/2020 Unfortunately all of this afternoon's scheduled swimming lessons have been cancelled due to storm activity.

09.01.2022 SWIM SAFER WEEK Day 1 has kicked off with a bang with our Monday morning classes!! So much learning and even more FUN was had! ... Don’t forget to bring your clothes to swimming Swim Australia #swimsaferweek See more

09.01.2022 Big shout out to the BIG boss today ... HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOHN WALLACE We hope you have a FABULOUS day and go a little easier on those squad swimmers this afternoon ... Love your JWSS Family

09.01.2022 We doesn’t love a Facebook memory!?!? Thank you for your kind words

09.01.2022 Our School Holiday Swim Intensives start next week and it's not too late to secure your child's spot!

09.01.2022 WE ARE HIRING With our new swim school at Baringa not far from opening, we are looking for the right members to join our team.

09.01.2022 We’ve been having so much fun at our new Baringa centre... Here’s just a few photos to show [email protected]

08.01.2022 Flash back! Miss Jenny has been a learn to swim instructor for over 30 years and spent 10 of those years in the pool at JWSS. This was 14 years ago ... Thank you to to this lovely Mum for sharing, who still brings her children to us for lessons!

08.01.2022 Have you seen Caloundra Aquatic Lifestyle Centre's 12 Days of Christmas Giveaways yet? Each day over the 12 days a new prize is up for grabs. Prizes include a personal training package from Twenty2 Personal Training Studio, a parka from Great Aussie Swim Parkas, a $100 voucher courtesy of Revolution Autocare, 12 free swimming lessons, and more. All you will need to do is LIKE & COMMENT on the 12 Days of Christmas Giveaway Facebook posts as they appear on Facebook. Six of the ...prize posts have already appeared, but it's not too late to enter, you can still go back and enter to win! Make sure you like the Caloundra Aquatic Lifestyle Centre page to ensure you see the competition posts as they go up every morning. Good luck everyone!

08.01.2022 Keeping you in the LOOP As parents we all want what’s best for our children, please continue to do the right thing by abiding to our COVID SAFE PLAN: Arrive no more than 10mins to your class time (excluding siblings who may have a later time on the same day)... When possible, one spectator only. Follow our class handover protocol by waiting away from the Indoor Pool & 25mt pool entry way until the class before you had vacated. (Usually a staff member will direct you when it is time) Following the social distancing ruling Try not to stay in the centre any longer than necessary. Upon entry, please keep your distance and wait as our admin team get all students through the front gate. We want to THANK everyone for being so patient and understanding as we continue to navigate through these times. For more information on COVID in swimming pools click here https://www.proactiveperformanceaustralia.com/media

07.01.2022 Have you heard about Protector Trade & Hot 91 are running the Junior Sports Star of the Week?!? This is a great opportunity for our amazing JWSS students to be recognised in the best sport of all... SWIMMING!! ... ‘The Protector Trade Junior Sports Star of the Week award is where we celebrate our young local kids showing commitment, determination, and care in their weekly sporting games. We want Mums and Dads, Coaches, Managers, or Teachers to nominate their Junior Sports Star of the Week below so we can celebrate them in the Hot Weekender. And did we mention the weekly winner will receive a Family Pass to Sea Life!’ https://www.hot91.com.au//junior-sports-star-of-the-week-h

07.01.2022 Bookings are open for our School Holiday Swim Intensives! Give our swim school office a call on 5408 4722 or see us next time you're in for lessons to secure your spot.

07.01.2022 2 month old NARI loving her first time in our free Infant classes

06.01.2022 As per advice from the Queensland Government on 29 March 2021, if you have been in the Greater Brisbane area since 20 March 2021, you must follow the Chief Health Officer’s directions and comply with the same lockdown rules applying to Greater Brisbane and as such must not attend our Caloundra or Baringa centres. Please get in touch with us via email or phone to let us know if this affects you. Make up lessons will be available to those affected, however these will only be ...available to take from Tuesday April 6. We ask that only 1 parent/guardian attends swimming lessons until 7pm Thursday April 1 - seating will be minimal to allow for social distancing. We strongly urge parents to plan their swimming lesson time arrival so that we minimise the total number of people attending our facility. We also ask that for the remainder of the week you leave immediately after your lesson. As usual, if you have experienced cold or flu symptoms within the previous 72 hours, you are not permitted to attend lessons. A reminder that we have no swimming lessons scheduled on Friday April 2, Saturday April 3 or Monday April 6 due to public holidays, however swimming lessons do continue throughout the school holidays. Please notify us of any intended absences over the holidays to ensure you qualify for make up lessons.

06.01.2022 Winter is done Who else loves Spring as much as I do?!? Spring reminds me that life is about to get busier with weekends filled of beach swims, surfs with the kids, lazing by the pool & living in my togs most weekends. ... It also means our children will be spending a lot more time in or around the water so now is a the perfect opportunity to build their confidence and strength in the water. Timing is crucial! Don’t leave it till last minute, give them that confidence before our weekends are filled with water play. Kristy

06.01.2022 Want to become a learn to swim teacher? We are conducting a Swim Australia Teacher accredited training course on Sunday November 1. Course cost is $330. Bookings are essential - view our website for more information.... http://caloundra-aquatic.com.au/become-swimming-teacher

06.01.2022 Swim Australia SwimSAFER Week is NEXT WEEK! SwimSAFER Week aims to help educate children of safety tips and procedures in and around the water. We ask all children from Starfish Beginner to Bronze Target to bring a set of light clothes to their swimming lessons to perform their survival drills and rescues (don't forget to bring a plastic bag as they will not be wearing their clothes throughout the whole lesson).

05.01.2022 Don’t forget you can arrange your makeup’s at your own convenience through our Parent Portal. https://portal.simplyswim.net.au/portal/login.php

05.01.2022 GIVEAWAY TIME LIKE & TAG A FRIEND for your chance to win a Vorgee Swim Pack & 5 FREE SWIM LESSONS!! *conditions apply, lessons can be held at our Caloundra or Baringa centre.

05.01.2022 Please be aware that due to the Queen's Birthday public holiday, there won't be any lessons on this Monday. If you normally have lessons on a Monday, there is no need to arrange a make up lesson as you have not been charged for this day.

05.01.2022 We are so grateful for our amazing JWSS community Thank you to this beautiful Mumma of 2 gorgeous girls for her thoughtful words. Our team is filled with so much passion and enthusiasm for the Learn to Swim industry and we are lucky to be able to make an impact on so many lives

05.01.2022 Our School Holiday Swim Intensives start on Monday! Have you secured your spot yet?

05.01.2022 Thank you to this beautiful Mumma, Sofie for sharing her scary experience over the weekend with her 2 year old Tilsa. Accidents like these can happen so easily and quietly! Without the repetition of swim safety lessons, the outcome could have been far worse It’s so important create awareness on the importance of Learn to Swim as it could help save your child one day!

05.01.2022 LESSONS CANCELLED Unfortunately the pools are currently closed due to lightning and all this afternoon's lessons have been cancelled.

05.01.2022 We LVE this time of year Don’t forget this is our LAST week for 2020!! Back in the water on Monday 4th January 2021

04.01.2022 If you are NOT currently enrolled at our Caloundra Centre but would like to be on the contact list for our new Baringa Centre, please fill out the link below: https://forms.gle/XvhSNyjq8bjB1FqN8 For all CURRENT JWSS members who have not yet completed the Member link, please check your emails. ... Not long now...

04.01.2022 Munro in RESCUE mode last week

04.01.2022 THANK YOU to this beautiful Mumma, Charlotte for sharing her story. It’s situations like these that can happen in a blink of an eye! We’re so grateful that Cooper is okay and he had his brave sister Ava there to help. ... LEARN TO SWIM = SAVES LIVES!

04.01.2022 Thank you to Sofie Wotton and Swim Australia for your amazing contribution to help raise awareness one of the most IMPORTANT skills that can SAVE your child’s life... SWIMMING LESSONS Sunrise

04.01.2022 How wonderful is this!! Our beautiful instructors put in for a special present for Jenny to show their appreciation. The bond our team is have is magical ... So grateful! See more

03.01.2022 Did you know we offer FREE baby swimming lessons from 2 months of age through to 6 months of age? Our highly qualified, experienced & passionate instructors will guide you and your baby as you go through the early stages of water familiarisation, confidence & survival. Come along and see for yourself. Book today!

03.01.2022 TUESDAY’S SUPERHEROES

02.01.2022 Lecinda from Seasons IGA Supermarkets came down to donate a $500 voucher on behalf of IGA the team to help assist the the tough journey Shelbey is about to endure. We are so thankful to you and your team Lecinda Shelbey and her beautiful family have been so overwhelmed with the ongoing support from locals. Today is Shelbey’s last official shift and we wish her all the best for a speedy recovery.... Thank you again to all those who donated, we are so grateful for the JWSS family community we have

02.01.2022 BIG Congratulations again to our Easter Colouring competition winners. It wasn’t an easy choice to make as they were all so AMAZING!!

02.01.2022 WIN A WEEK OF HOLIDAY INTENSIVE SWIMMING LESSONS WORTH $85 - SIMPLY LIKE & COMMENT TO ENTER 12 Days of Christmas Giveaways! Giveaway 1 of 12 Want to win a week ...of School Holiday Swim Intensives (valued at $85) this Christmas? All you need to do is LIKE & COMMENT on this post to go into the draw! Entries are open until 8:00AM Thursday 24th December, so don’t miss out. John Wallace Swim School's School Holiday Swim Intensive programs are a great way to increase your child’s progression in a short period of time. Full terms and conditions are available on our website: www.caloundra-aquatic.com.au/12-days-christmas-giveaways-20 Our next giveaway opportunity will be tomorrow, where a Swimwear Voucher will be up for grabs. Good luck!

02.01.2022 2021 H A P P Y N E W Y E A R We hope you all have had a very safe and Merry Christmas and topped it off with a BANG by seeing out 2020 with your family and friends!!... The JWSS team are ready to rock and roll and kick off this year with some great swimming and a whole lot of fun!! We have soooo many exciting things happening early this year... Holiday Intensives Annual Mini Meet race day Underwater Photo Week School swimming PWCSC Swim Carnivals And last but not least.... THE OPENING OF OUR SECOND SWIM SCHOOL IN BARINGA!!Aura - City of Colour BOOKINGS ARE NOW OPEN TO PUBLIC Submit your enquiry below and our team will be in contact next week!! share with your friends http://caloundra-aquatic.com.au/contact-jwss-baringa

01.01.2022 Have you secured a spot in our Holiday Intensives yet?? Marlins Intensives are now open too! Contact us for more info

01.01.2022 Can anyone else relate to this Nana??

01.01.2022 Work Christmas party Thank you to our amazing staff from JWSS and Caloundra Aquatic Lifestyle Centre for another great year! This year was like no other and we all stuck together and supported each other along the way. We’re so blessed to have the team we do and we look forward to the journey ahead!

01.01.2022 Happy Father’s Day! For all the men out there acting as a Father, Uncle, Grandfather and friend, and to all the women who are doing the work of both Mum & Dad.

01.01.2022 COULD THIS BE YOU?? This a great opportunity to try something new, swimming experience is not necessary! As we are opening a new swim school in Aura, we will be looking for employment opportunities! ... Register here https://ascta.ditaplayer.com.au//x1nk2x0kt5iagea7/register Or contact us directly at [email protected] See more