Swim School - Yarraswim.co

Programs

Find Your Perfect Program

From first-time nervous dippers to endurance athletes preparing for events, we have a program for you.

River Ready - Beginners

A 6-week course designed for pool swimmers making the transition to open water. Learn to read currents, manage cold water, and build confidence in natural environments.

6 weeks Saturdays 8am $280

Open Water Endurance

Push your distance in the river. This program builds stamina through progressive distance training, sighting practice, and nutrition strategy for long swims.

8 weeks Wed & Sat $420

River Cubs - Kids (8-14)

Teach your children to respect and enjoy natural waterways. Fun, safety-focused sessions that develop water skills beyond the pool in a supervised environment.

10 weeks Sundays 9am $320

Weekend Group Swims

No commitment needed. Join our weekly social swims at rotating locations along the Yarra. All levels welcome. A great way to meet fellow river swimmers.

Drop-in Sat & Sun 7am $15/swim

Why Learn with Us?

Pool swimming and open water swimming are completely different disciplines. Our coaches specialise exclusively in river and open water environments.

Qualified open water coaching accreditation
Maximum 8 swimmers per coach
Safety kayakers at every session
Real-time water quality checks before each swim
Wetsuit and gear hire included

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2,000+

Swimmers Taught

98%

Course Completion

12

Expert Coaches

0

Safety Incidents

FAQ

Common Questions

Do I need to be a strong swimmer?

For the Beginners course, you should be comfortable swimming 100m in a pool without stopping. Our coaches will assess your ability on day one and adjust accordingly.

What do I need to bring?

Just your swimwear, a towel, and a warm change of clothes. We provide wetsuits, swim caps, and safety buoys. Goggles recommended but available to borrow.

Is it safe to swim in the Yarra?

Absolutely, when done at the right locations and conditions. We monitor water quality rigorously and cancel sessions if conditions aren't suitable. See our Safety Guide for details.

What happens if the weather is bad?

Light rain doesn't stop us — it's part of the open water experience! Sessions are only cancelled for thunderstorms, flooding, or poor water quality. Full refund or reschedule offered.

Yarra Swim School