Learn to love swimming

February 28, 2023

Woman swimming with kickboard in outdoor pool

Term 1 2025 Kids Gymnastics

Kids Gymnastics Term Program is back at Perth HPC! We still have places available in all age groups. Enrol today.

We support the health and well-being of kids in Perth.

Running during the school term and over the holidays, our kids activities are specifically aimed at developing life skills to keep your children healthy, active, and engaged.

Staff members are committed to creating a safe and comfortable learning environment, to achieve the best possible outcomes for your children. All kids activities are designed with an emphasis in promoting participation in physical activity and leading a healthy lifestyle.

Whether your child is at a beginner level or is looking to develop their skills, our programs cater for all abilities. All classes are progressive in nature so your child can grow in skill and confidence at their own pace.

Explore kids

Find the right program to keep your kids healthy, active and engaged during school term and over the holidays.

Kids Term Programs

Clamber, climb, roll, run and jump - active fun for kids

Kids Term Programs
Kids Holiday Gymnastics

Engaging kids during the school holidays to keep them active and healthy.

Kids Holiday Gymnastics
Kids Swimming

Our programs are designed to help kids become confident, strong swimmers

Kids Swimming

Not everyone takes to the water enthusiastically but with swimming providing so many health benefits it is well worth reconsidering taking the plunge. Here are some tips to help you learn to love swimming.

Set goals:

Having a clear goal can help you stay motivated and focused while swimming. Set achievable goals for yourself, such as improving your technique, increasing your endurance, or completing a certain distance.

Try different styles of swimming:

Experiment with different strokes and styles of swimming, such as freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. Finding a style that you enjoy can make swimming more enjoyable.

Find a swimming buddy:

Swimming with a friend can make the experience more enjoyable and help you stay motivated.

Vary your routine:

Mix up your routine by trying different types of workouts, such as sprints, distance swims, or interval training.

Listen to music or audio books:

Listening to music or an audio book can help make the time go by more quickly and make swimming more enjoyable.

Focus on the benefits:

Remind yourself of the benefits of swimming, such as improved cardiovascular fitness, stress relief, and total body workout.

Be patient:

Learning to love swimming takes time and patience. Stick with it and eventually, you may find that you have a newfound appreciation for this healthy and enjoyable activity.

Feel you would benefit from some instruction to improve your technique? HBF Stadium Swim School offers both adult private lessons and group squads. Learn more.

Find out more about our swimming facilities here.