Accelerate School of Swimming and Fitness in Berowra, New South Wales | Sport & recreation

Accelerate School of Swimming and Fitness

Locality: Berowra, New South Wales

Phone: +61 439 456 101

Address: 7A Hillcrest Road 2081 Berowra, NSW, Australia

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25.01.2022 **CANCELLATION OF TUESDAY (27/10/2020) LESSONS** Good Afternoon Accelerators, Once again, we have made the difficult decision to cancel lessons today. The rainy weather is messing with the temperature of the pool. Add to that the colder outside temp it is less than ideal and we don't want to put undue stress on making the kids (and us) get into water when the temperature is less than usual. The health and wellbeing of the kids and ourselves is more important.... You will all receive an email and a text from us regarding today. Please be sure to respond so we know you have received it. As we said yesterday, as much as we would love to see you all, please stay at home, stay dry, stay warm and stay well. That is the most important thing. We intend to reschedule the lessons as soon as we can and will be in touch. Look after yourselves. Cathy and Kat

25.01.2022 Good evening Accelerators What a week!! We have had a great start to the new season. We have a massive amount of students this term and we managed to get theough the first week with only a few furphies. Welcome to all our new families. We hope you enjoy your season with us. ... Welcome back to all our returning families. It's lovely to see your faces again. To everyone, thank you for sticking with us. We know that COVID has thrown everything into chaos and it is fantastic to be able to return to the pool (albeit with some changes) and get back to doing what we are passionate about. We are lucky enough to be able to offer baby lessons, commonly referred to as "mums and bubs". Kat is our teacher for this class and it's a very gentle introduction to the water. As you can see from the picture it's not just mums that get in the water. Here we have dad Brett and baby Remy enjoying their very first lesson. Looking forward to seeing everyone again this week for more amazing swimming!! Cathy and Kat

24.01.2022 HI Accelerators, We are coming into the third week of isolation. If you are looking at doing something different join us for one of our fitness session, Listed below:-... Monday 6th April 11:00am Core Strength (Low Impact) 30min 11:30am Interval training (High Impact) 30min 7:30pm Core Strength (Low Impact) 45min Tuesday 7th April 4:00pm Family/Children (Low to High Impact) 45min Wednesday 8th April 7:30pm Core Strength (Low Impact) 45min Thursday 9th April 8:00am Core Strength (Low Impact) 30min 8:00pm Interval training (High Impact) 30min No Session on Easter Weekend from Friday (10th) to Monday (13th) If you are interested please email [email protected], so I can send you the details to log on to Zoom. Keep Safe Catherine

24.01.2022 Hi everyone, Thanks for hanging in there with us throughout these uncertain times. We understand there have been some changes within the industry and have had many enquiries. Please bear with us while we work through every one. ... Please dont be concerned if we dont answer immediately. We will be doing our best. There is NO SWIMMING DURING TERM 3 as we operate an outdoor pool Also please note, that at this stage we hope that swimming in our pool will commence at the beginning of Term 4. Though remember, everything rests on the outcomes of COVID-19 and staying in line with Government policies around learn to swim programs. Your patience and cooperation throughout this pandemic is appreciated. Kind Regards, Catherine van Akker

23.01.2022 Fitness Session Monday 30th March Monday 11:00am Core Strength (low impact) 30min 11:30am Interval Training (high impact) 30min ... 7:30pm Core Strength (low impact) 45min Tuesday 4:00pm Family/Children (low to high impact) 45min Wednesday 7:30pm Core Strength (low impact) 45min Thursday 8:00am Core Strength (low impact) 45min 8:00pm IntervalTraining (high impact) 45min Please email Cathy on [email protected] if you would like to join a ZOOM session.

23.01.2022 Evening all, I feel compelled to post this. Its a beautiful recommendation by a parent of a student in our swim school. Kylie Foster, you rock. Thanks for keeping the faith in me. Kat... From Kylie Foster: "I honestly cant speak more highly of Accelerate swimming! My son has been attending lessons for the duration of term 1 this year and has cried, screamed and basically been petrified of getting in the water for 10 weeks. His teacher Kat has been so kind, caring, nurturing, supportive and persistent when I was honestly ready to give up. The persistence and reassurance that Kat has shown my son moved me to tears when suddenly in the last week of term my son bounced into swimming lessons, got straight in the pool, kicked his legs, blew bubbles and WENT UNDER WATER! Just getting swimmers on him had been a major achievement up until this point, so you can imagine how proud and thankful I am feeling. To hear my little man say,"The best bit is going under water" is like music to my ears. I dont want my child to be an olympic swimmer, I just want him to feel safe and confident in the water, and have the skills to get himself to safety in the water, and I can truly say that Kat has helped my son begin to develop these skills. I cant say thank you enough to Kat and highly recommend Accelerate Swimming!"

22.01.2022 I cant believe this is our final week!!! Just a reminder as I know the kids are all excited for the holidays, please be mindful of our neighbours and keep the noise to a minimum when you are coming and leaving swimming.

22.01.2022 UPDATE ON LESSONS - FRIDAY 07/02/2020 Due to the incessant inclement weather - bucketing down rain - we have decided to cancel lessons for the afternoon. We will organise a makeup lesson for those who are missing out.... Apologies for any inconvenience. The health and wellbeing of both students and teachers are always put first. Kind Regards, Cathy and team

21.01.2022 Evening all, In light of the recent outbreak across the country (world!) of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) we have had a few questions regarding the continuation of swimming lessons. We are aware of the concern surrounding COVID-19. We are following the guidelines provided by AUSTSWIM and Swim Australia and also the communications from the government. Should you decide not to participate in lessons, please let us know.... At this stage, there are no plans to cease lessons. Like everyone, we are monitoring the situation as news comes to hand. Please know that the health and wellbeing of our staff and students is paramount and always will be. IF YOU ARE UNWELL, COLD, FLU LIKE SYMPTOMS, FEVER, DRY COUGH, HAVE RECENTLY TRAVELED OVERSEAS, PLEASE DO THE RIGHT THING AND SELF-ISOLATE. FOLLOW THE GUIDELINES TO KEEP YOURSELF AND EVERYONE ELSE SAFE. Please familiarise yourself with the diagram below and know the signs and symptoms. Kind Regards, Team Accelerate

21.01.2022 ***UPDATE - MONDAY AFTERNOON 25TH NOVEMBER *** DUE TO THIS INSANE WEATHER, WE ARE CANCELLING ALL LESSONS FOR THIS AFTERNOON. WE WILL HOLD MAKEUPS IN THE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS. CATHY OR JO WILL BE IN TOUCH. ... WE APOLOGISE FOR THE INCONVENIENCE BUT WE WOULD RATHER EVERYONE STAY SAFE. REGARDS CATHY, KAT & JO

21.01.2022 **NOTICE ABOUT LESSONS MONDAY 16/03/2020** Afternoon everyone, Please note that lessons are going ahead this afternoon. We will swim in the rain as we are going to get wet anyway. The ONLY time we wont swim is when there is an electrical storm.... Also, we are aware of the concern surrounding COVID-19. We are following the guidelines provided by AUSTSWIM and also the communications from the government. Should you decide not to participate in lessons, please let us know. IF YOU ARE UNWELL, COLD, FLU LIKE SYMPTOMS, FEVER, DRY COUGH, HAVE RECENTLY TRAVELLED OVERSEAS, PLEASE DO THE RIGHT THING AND SELF-ISOLATE. FOLLOW THE GUIDELINES TO KEEP YOURSELF AND EVERYONE ELSE SAFE. Kind Regards, Team Accelerate

21.01.2022 Reminder this week is our Swim and Survive Week SWIM & SURVIVE WEEK Our last week of term of term (16th December to 20th December) we will be running water safety week again or PJ week as we like to call it. It is where the children and staff bring PJs to wear in the water to give the children an idea of what it would be like if they ever fell in the water fully clothed. We will go through survival skills, floating on their back, treading water and swimming a distance using a survival stroke. We also talk about different water environments etc.

20.01.2022 ***URGENT*** LESSONS FOR THURSDAY MORNING 13/02/2020 ONLY Due to the forecast heavy rain fall in the morning we are cancelling aqua fit and the morning lessons ONLY. ... Afternoon lessons will go ahead as it is forecast for sun and or possible showers. We understand how difficult this week has been with all the upheaval of the storms. Thank you for your patience and continued support. We are as eager as you to get in the pool for lessons. Stay safe Accelerators Cathy, Kat & Jo

20.01.2022 Afternoon all, I just thought I would post a quick word on behalf of Cathy. There has been an overwhelming response to the email Cathy sent out regarding the swim school. I know Cathy is extremely touched by all the messages of support she has received. It truly means so much. ... Nathan Tilbury is trying to get in touch and its just a matter of Cathy being available (and not in the pool :-) ) Hopefully she will get to speak with him this afternoon. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts Catherine van Akker

19.01.2022 We are aware there has been a Catastrophic Fire Danger Warning issued in our area today. Also that schools have closed and people may evacuate as a precaution. At this stage swimming lesson will go ahead. In the best interest of everyones safety, however I will keep you updated should this change via email and Facebook. If you or your children are unable to attend their scheduled lesson today due to the fire warnings, please contact Cathys mobile as soon as you can. A make...up lesson will definitely be scheduled on this occasion. Should this warning continue into Wednesday, I will continue to keep you updated. Please keep safe over the coming days. Catherine Melloh van Akker

18.01.2022 Hi Accelerators, How things change so quickly. Last night the Prime Minster and the premier announced all non-essential services should close down as of midday today.... We feel confident that the environment of the pool is safe, however we will be following the governments directions and ceasing swimming lessons immediately. This is particularly in light of the distancing requirements that we are unable to maintain in any practical way. We will keep you informed if anything changes but all the talk is that this is a longer term measure not just for a few weeks. I dont want any of you to be out of pocket, but I just need to talk to my accounted over how to reimburse you for the remaining weeks of term. We have been advised by the Services of NSW (Active Kids Voucher) that they are not give refunds. So I will keep you posted. All my prayers go out to you, Keep you and your family safe. That is want it is all about now. Being Safe. Kind Regards Catherine van Akker

18.01.2022 ***URGENT*** RE: SWIMMING LESSONS MONDAY 10/02/2020 Due to the recent deluge of rain that we experienced the pool has turned green. ... Please dont worry that there is something wrong. The pool needs to filter all the water from the rain and get the chlorine levels back. We dont want parents to worry about their kids getting in to a pool that isnt its usual crystal clear. Rainwater just messes with the levels. We are very sorry for the inconvenience. Cathy and the Accelerate Team.

16.01.2022 Good Afternoon everyone, Its hard to believe we are looking towards the summer swimming season! There will be lots of changes due to COVID-19 but nevertheless, we remain positive that swimming will go ahead. Look out for a new logo, new photos and updates to this page from Accelerate.... Also, for CURRENT STUDENTS, look for an email from us regarding re-enrolment. NEW STUDENTS - within the next week, we will be posting our enrolment form on this page. Regards, Kat

14.01.2022 Please fill out the form via the link below if you are interested in our adult fitness class https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSexl9iK5fpGYdIJi/viewform Starting Monday 2nd March... 11am Interval Training 11.30 am Core Strength Cost: $7 per 1/2 hour Held at the Uniting Church Come to one or both classes!!! Please EMAIL Catherine at [email protected] if you are after any more information.

13.01.2022 Exiting new Aqua Classes for Adults. Please register you interest via the link below. https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSf7DHDqnZ9Flxi24/viewform

13.01.2022 Hi everyone, If anyone is interested for lessons on a Thursday morning, we have some availability left. Please send a message via the page, contact Cathy or fill out the enrolment form online. Thanks,... Kat

13.01.2022 Hi Accelerators, I know it hard to think of swimming when there is snow on the ground but it is getting to that time of the year when we need to prepare our start of season timetable. If you havent heard we have some exciting news at Accelerate Swimming!... We are getting a new slightly bigger and better concrete pool! The pool is currently under construction and because of this we will not be running October holiday Intensives this year. We are also delaying our start date until the week starting the 21st of October 2019 (it will be a 9 week term) just so we can make sure we have everything ready for you and your child. If you have not already done so could you please fill out the re enrolment form via the link below by the end of this week (Sunday 18th August 2019). https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSdreCF2GnNoO4V6d/viewform (The link is also pinned to the top of our Facebook page) We would hate for any of our loyal students to miss out on a spot. As always we are looking forward to teaching your child to swim! Regards Catherine van Akker and all the team Accelerate School of Swimming & Fitness

12.01.2022 Hi everyone, I know the weather is getting colder and swimming is probably the last thing on your mind but for those of you that want to plan ahead here is our term 4 enrolment form. https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSdreCF2GnNoO4V6d/viewform

12.01.2022 Hi everyone, Exciting times! The new pool is well on the way to being completed and I know that Cathy and I are looking forward to starting the new Term. On the downside, Cathy is having real trouble with her internet and email. Invoices were due to be sent this week but unfortunately it hasnt happened due to having internet problems. We are working to get this fixed. ... If you have sent an email regarding swimming, please be patient as these are not coming through. Once the issue has been identified by the provider, we will endeavour to get through the backlog as quick as we can. If you need to contact us urgently, please use facebook messenger and message us on this page or contact me (Katherine Krishnaratna) and I will do what I can. We look forward to seeing everyone again in Term 4. Kat

12.01.2022 ***LESSONS - TUESDAY AFTERNOON - 10/12/19*** Hi everyone, Cathy and I have discussed lessons this afternoon. ... We have decided that we will go ahead with lessons. It is however, totally up to you if you wish to attend. We ask that if you are not going to come, please text Cathy on her mobile - 0439456101 - and let her know, BEFORE 2PM. We are running out of days to offer makeups so please bear that in mind. If you dont advise Cathy of your intention and you dont attend your lesson, we may not be able to offer a makeup. Thanks, Kat

08.01.2022 LESSONS ARE ON!! YAY

07.01.2022 https://docs.google.com//1tNKZChelnDrwd587HLLc99jBIIi/edit Summer is on the way! Aqua is good for keeping cool and keeping fit over the summer.... If you are interested fill in our goggle form and see you in October.

07.01.2022 It's a late good evening to all Accelerators Everything looks good for swimming tomorrow. Let's have a great week in the water.

07.01.2022 Welcome back to Term 4 everyone. What do you think of the new pool?? We all think its fantastic. It will take us all a little while to get familiar with how it runs but we will get there. The extra distance is great for the bigger kids in our mini squads and the new ledge running the entire length of one side is fantastic for getring the small kids used to the deep end. And the deep end...AMAZING for diving!! Some of the younger ones will have already picked up a copy of th...e "living with water" safety book, written by the acclaimed swimming coach Mr Lawrie Lawrence. During the winter term I was lucky enough to do some training with this legend and I was so privileged to be able to seek his advice on the topic of learn to swim. Heres a pic of me with Lawrie Lawrence. The lids might not know who this Aussie icon is, so parents, I would love for you to explain to the kids his significance to the sport of swimming. Enjoy your swimming this term Accelerators Regards, Kat

06.01.2022 Exciting new weekly Fitness Classes Starting Monday 2nd March 11am Interval Training... 11.30 am Core Strength Cost: $7 per 1/2 hour Held at the Uniting Church Come to one or both classes!!! Please EMAIL Catherine at [email protected] if you are interested.

06.01.2022 ***URGENT*** RE: SWIMMING LESSONS TUESDAY 11/02/2020 As we posted yesterday, due to the recent deluge of rain that we experienced the pool has turned green. Whilst we have been working hard to bring the pool back, it is still not at a level where we feel comfortable holding swimming lessons.... Please dont be concerned that there is something major going wrong. The pool needs to filter all the water from the rain and get the chlorine levels back. With todays sunshine and no rain we are confident that another 24 hours will do the trick. We want the pool to be back to its usual crystal clear. Rainwater just messes with the chlorine levels. We are very sorry for the inconvenience and we thank you for your patience and continued support. Cathy and the Accelerate Team.

05.01.2022 **CANCELLATION OF MONDAY (26/10/2020) LESSONS** Good Morning Accelerators, We have made the difficult decision to cancel lessons today (Morning AND Afternoon). The extremely inclement weather is miserable and doesn't look like it's going to ease anytime soon. ... As much as we would love to see you all, please stay at home, stay dry, stay warm and stay well. That is the most important thing. We intend to reschedule the lessons as soon as we can and will be in touch. Look after yourselves. Cathy and Kat

05.01.2022 Good Evening everyone, We still have a few spots available for swimming lessons (please note the ages of the group lessons) Monday Individual 15 minute 3:00 PM to 3:15 PM... Monday Group 30 minute 3:15 PM to 3:45 PM (suited for a 10 year old) Monday Individual 15 minute 3:45 PM to 4:00 PM Monday Group 30 minute 3:45 PM to 4:15 PM (suited for a 7 year old) Tuesday Individual 15 minute 9:00 AM to 9:15 AM Tuesday Individual 15 minute 9:00 AM to 9:15 AM Tuesday Individual 15 minute 2:10 PM to 2:25 PM Tuesday Individual 15 minute 2:25 PM to 2:40 PM Tuesday Individual 15 minute 5:00 PM to 5:15 PM Tuesday Group 30 minute 4:30 PM to 5:00 PM (suited for a 9 year old) Tuesday Individual 20 minute 5:00 PM to 5:20 PM Wednesday Individual 20 minute 3:10 PM to 3:30 PM Wednesday Group 30 minute 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM (suited for a 6 year old) Wednesday Individual 20 minute 3:10 PM to 3:30 PM Wednesday Individual 20 minute 3:30 PM to 3:50 PM Wednesday Group 30 minute 4:40 PM to 5:10 PM (suited for a 6 year old) Thursday Group 30 minute 3:55 PM to 4:25 PM (suited for a 7 year old) Thursday Individual15 minute 4:25 PM to 4:40 PM Thursday Group 30 minute 4:40 PM to 5:10 PM (suited for a 8 year old) Thursday Group 30 minute 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM (suited for a 7 year old) Thursday Individual 15 minute 2:15 PM to 2:30 PM Thursday Group 30 minute 2:30 PM to 3:00 PM Thursday Group 30 minute 2:30 PM to 3:00 PM Thursday Group 30 minute 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM (suited for a 8 year old) Friday Individual 20 minute 3:10 PM to 3:30 PM Friday Group 30 minute 4:00 PM to 4:30 PM (suited for a 5 year old) Friday Individual 15 minute 5:05 PM to 5:20 PM Friday Individual 15 minute 5:20 PM to 5:35 PM Friday Individual 20 minute 5:35 PM to 5:55 PM If you are interested in any of these lessons please comment with the lesson time you are after and fill out our enrolment form using the attached link. Lessons will be allocated on a first to comment the lesson day and time basis. (please also note that we will be running a 9 week term this term beginning Monday, 21st October 2019) Lesson Prices are as follows Individual 15 minutes - $19/lesson Individual 20 minute - $25/lesson Group 30 minute - $17/lesson

03.01.2022 ***URGENT*** Re: SWIMMING LESSONS WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON 12/02/2020 Afternoon everyone,... Apologies, but we are cancelling swimming again this afternoon. With the forecast thunderstorms we dont want to risk anyone in the pool and having to come out in the horrible weather. Please understand, we dont do this without careful consideration. The safety and wellbeing of both our teachers and students is always at the centre of what we do. We appreciate you take time out of your busy lives to bring your children to lessons and we appreciate your dedication. Thank you for your continued support during this unusual weather cycle. Kind Regards, Cathy, Kat and Jo

02.01.2022 Hi All, Very exciting news we are now registered as an Active Kids provider.Hi All, Very exciting news we are now registered as an Active Kids provider.

01.01.2022 Good Morning Accelerators, WOW! What an amazing response we have had to our Summer season enrolments. So much so that we will have to temporarily close our enrolments whilst we undertake the mammoth task of scheduling all those who have already filled out the enrolments. Please bear with us while we do this and once we have all the lessons scheduled we will re-open our enrolments if there is any spaces available.... Thank you so much for your support and we look forward to seeing everyone again soon. Your Accelerate Captain, Cathy :-)

01.01.2022 We still have a few spots available for swimming lessons starting next term. Term 4, 2019 If you are interested please fill out our enrolment form via the link below https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLScEmDka2gSkSnUj4/viewform... And we will get back to you in the next couple of weeks if we have any suitable times.