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Give Your Child a
Strong Start
in the Water

From babies as young as 4 months to confident young swimmers β€” join Brookvale's newest swim school on Sydney's Northern Beaches.

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31.5Β°C HeatedIndoor pool, year-round
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First lesson freeNo obligation
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Unlimited make-upsNever lose a lesson
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From 4 monthsAll ages welcome

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31.5Β°C Heated PoolWarm, comfortable, always
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First Lesson FreeZero risk, just dive in
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Unlimited Make-upsMiss a class? No problem
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All Ages Welcome4 months to adult
Our Programs

A class for every swimmer

From your baby's very first splash to squad-level training β€” every class is structured, age-appropriate, and delivered by our qualified instructors in a safe, warm, welcoming environment.

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4 months – 3 years

Parent & Child

We go beyond basic water familiarisation to get your child independently swimming from a super young age.

30 min lessonsMon – Sat
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3 – 5 years

Pre-School

Independence in the water starts here. Floating, safe entry and exit, freestyle foundations β€” taught with warmth, structure, and a whole lot of encouragement.

30 min lessonsMon - Sat
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5 – 12 years

School Age

All four strokes. Real technique. Starts, turns, dives, and water safety built into every lesson. Your child will progress faster here than anywhere else.

30 min lessonsMon - Sat
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Advanced

Strong Start Squads

The step up to squad training. Stroke refinement, Individual Medley introduction, and fitness sets to prepare for competitive swimming at Warringah Aquatic Centre.

60 min sessionsMon - Sat
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Adult

Adults

Beginner or fitness swimmer β€” small, supportive groups mean you'll actually improve. No judgement, just great coaching in a warm, welcoming pool.

Flexible schedulingAll levels
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All Ages

Special Needs

Our instructors receive specialist inclusive-swimming training. We've helped hundreds of students with additional needs to find confidence and joy in the water.

Tailored approachSpecial Needs
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Why Strong Start

The swim school Northern Beaches parents keep coming back to

We do a few things differently β€” and once parents notice, they don't leave.

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Always warm at 31.5Β°C

No freezing shock, no crying kids refusing to get in. Our indoor heated pool stays at 31.5Β°C all year round β€” rain, winter, school term, school holidays. We're always open and always warm.

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Small classes, real attention

We deliberately keep class sizes small so every child gets corrected, encouraged, and coached β€” not just supervised. Progress here is faster because the teaching is genuinely personal.

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Unlimited make-up classes

Sick days, school excursions, family holidays β€” life with kids is unpredictable. That's why we offer unlimited make-ups with no cap and 12 month expiry. You'll never lose a lesson you've paid for.

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Clear, trackable progress

Every level has defined milestones. You'll always know exactly where your child is, what they're working toward, and when they're ready to move up. No vague "they're going well" β€” real progress you can see.

Limited Spots Available

Your first lesson is completely free

No commitment, no credit card, no pressure. Bring your child in, let them swim, and see if we're the right fit for your family. We think you'll love it β€” but there's zero risk either way.

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For babies, children & adults Β· All programs Β· Brookvale, Northern Beaches

Reviews

What Northern Beaches families say

Don't just take our word for it.

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"My daughter was absolutely terrified of the water. After just eight weeks at Strong Start, she's jumping in on her own and asking to go every day. The instructors are so patient and genuinely caring β€” I can't recommend them enough."

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Sarah M.
Manly Β· Parent & Child program
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"Best swim school on the Northern Beaches, hands down. The warm pool, the unlimited make-ups, the small class sizes β€” everything is thoughtfully run. We've been here 3 months and won't go anywhere else."

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Dee Why Β· School Age program
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"Our son has special needs and the team here are genuinely exceptional. The specialist knowledge, the patience, the results β€” We've been coming here since they opened and won't go anywhere else."

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Michelle K.
Brookvale Β· Special Needs program
Our Facility

A pool built for learning

Everything about our Brookvale facility is designed to make swimming lessons better β€” for the kids in the water, and the parents watching on.

18mIndoor pool
31.5Β°CWater temp
3Pool lanes
Year-roundNo closures
  • βœ“Heated indoor pool β€” lessons run rain, shine, and school holidays
  • βœ“First-floor parent viewing deck β€” watch every lesson in comfort
  • βœ“Sibling playroom β€” keep the whole family happy
  • βœ“Ample on-site parking β€” no parking stress on Green St
  • βœ“Flexible pool layout β€” tailored to different age groups simultaneously
  • βœ“Clean, well-maintained changerooms and accessible facilities
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Our heated indoor pool
FAQ

Questions parents ask us

Everything you need to know before booking.

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Ready to get started?

We'd love to hear from you. No pressure, no sales pitch β€” just come in, splash around, and see if we're the right fit for your family.

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Pool Hours
Mon – Fri
6:30am - 7:30pm
Saturday
7:00am – 2:00pm

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