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Become a Swim Instructor with BlueFit

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​Looking for flexible work that fits around school hours? We’re looking for enthusiastic parents and community members to join our pool deck as Learn to Swim Instructors! Whether you’re already qualified or completely new to swim teaching, we have a place for you. We offer flexible shift options that align with school schedules (9:00 AM […]

Keep Watch: Eyes On & Hands On

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​At Sunshine Coast Active safety is at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we proudly support the Royal Life Saving Keep Watch program, a initiative dedicated to preventing drowning in young children, particularly those under five years old. The core message is straightforward: children under five must remain within arm’s reach of an […]

Behind the Scenes Facility Operations

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​Reopening the Splash Park at Coolum Aquatic is always an exciting milestone for our team. It signals the start of warmer days, family outings, and plenty of summer fun poolside. Following essential repairs and maintenance updates to ensure a fresh, safe, and dynamic environment, our aquatic maintenance team has officially wrapped up work. The play […]

Make Time for You: Celebrate Women’s Health Week

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Women’s Health Week is Australia’s biggest event dedicated to the health and wellbeing of women and girls. This year’s theme, “Do it anyway,” is all about taking small, realistic steps toward looking after yourself, regardless of how busy life gets. The Australian 24 Hour Movement Guidelines recommend that adults aim for 2.5 to 5 hours […]

Active Aging

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​Whether you are looking to stay active, recover from an injury, or simply boost your everyday energy, group exercise in your 70s and beyond offers incredible physical, mental, and social benefits. Just ask Glenda, who has been coming to Water Aerobics at Palmwoods Aquatic Centre for 24 years, and still loves every single class she […]

National Water Safety Report

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With recent National Water Safety Reports highlighting critical benchmarks for children's aquatic skills (and revealing that many young swimmers fall below essential competency levels) equipping kids with vital water safety instincts has never been more urgent. As warmer weather approaches, families are gearing up for sunny days by backyard pools, trips to the beach, and […]

Why Aqua is the Ultimate Joint-Friendly Workout

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​Whether you are an elite athlete using the pool for active recovery, someone rebuilding strength after an injury, or managing joint stiffness, Aqua provides a safe, dynamic space for all fitness levels. When you step into an Aqua class, you won't just be floating around. The workout combines body weight with equipment like aqua dumbbells […]

Open Day Pool Party at Buderim Aquatic

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​​​Get ready for the ultimate day of fun! Our massive September Community Open Day is just around the corner, and you are officially invited to the party. We are throwing the doors wide open for a totally free celebration. No bookings required, just grab your friends and family and come along! There are so many […]

Open Day Pool Party at Coolum

Open Day Pool Party at Coolum cover

​​​Get ready for the ultimate day of fun! Our massive September Community Open Day is just around the corner, and you are officially invited to the party. We are throwing the doors wide open for a totally free celebration. No bookings required, just grab your friends and family and come along! There are so many […]

Rebuilding Confidence in the Water: Nash’s Story

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​Starting swimming lessons at a young age is a fantastic way to build water familiarity, but taking a break can sometimes mean hitting a slight roadblock. That was the case for one of our young swimmers, Nash, who first fell in love with the water when he was just one year old. After taking a […]

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