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About Us
Welcome to SwimAway - Where swimming is our way of life
SwimAway is more than a swim school - it’s a community built on a passion for water safety and a love of swimming. Our dedicated team creates a safe, supportive environment where every student can gain the skills and confidence they need in the water.
Our
Mission
To lead the way in learn-to-swim education across Australia. Empowering children by teaching essential water safety and survival skills, growing their confidence to thrive in aquatic environments!
Nationally qualified instructors
2 swim
centres
Trusted by 2000+ weekly swimmers
15+ years of teaching experience
Our Values
At our centres, our values guide everything we do - from the way we teach in the water to how we support families outside of it. They reflect who we are, what we stand for, and the culture we’re proud to share with our community.
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Success is what we aim for, teaching perseverance and determination. Celebrating every achievement along the way.
Always being honest and doing the right thing while holding ourselves accountable by ensuring our team and programs meet the highest standards.
Fairness goes beyond just being polite. It means treating every person with dignity and respect, no matter the situation.
Every day, we work together cohesively and collaboratively to keep our children safe.
Trust is essential for our team to help all swimmers grow through continuous improvement and recognition.
Your needs are at the heart of everything we do, and we work hard to exceed expectations with exceptional service.
Meet Our Leaders
At the heart of our program is a passionate team of teachers who care deeply about making every child feel safe, confident, and supported in the water. Each of our instructors brings unique experience, energy, and dedication to every lesson — creating an environment where children not only learn essential survival skills but also grow in confidence and have fun along the way.
Lauren
Owner
Lauren founded SwimAway over 15 years ago after noticing a gap in survival-based swim programs when enrolling her first child in lessons. As a mum, she designed our programs with children at the heart—focusing on lifelong skills that build confidence in the water and have the power to save lives.
Diane
General Manager
With more than 13 years of industry experience, Diane began her SwimAway journey as a swim teacher. As both a professional and a mum, she combines expertise with genuine care in everything she does. Today, Diane leads the operations across all our centres, ensuring every family enjoys the best possible SwimAway experience.
Nicole
Program Manager
With over 15 years of experience, Nicole discovered her passion for swim training while raising her children. Today, she oversees our entire aquatic program, drawing on her extensive qualifications to deliver engaging, high-quality lessons and ensure our water programs run seamlessly.
Lauren
Marketing Manager
Lauren is the creative mind behind SwimAway’s marketing, bringing together strategy, storytelling, and style. Having started her journey as a swim teacher at SwimAway, she has a deep understanding of the program and our families. Today, she helps bring our passion for swimming and community to life through content that’s fresh, engaging, and full of energy.