Stellar Learn to Swim
Stellar Swim offers a progressive learn to swim program for all ages and abilities, from babies through to adults. Lessons run throughout the week, Monday to Saturday, with morning and afternoon times available.
Our program follows the ACT public school term dates, with each term running for 9 to 11 weeks. Group and private lessons are both available, with classes running for 30 minutes.
Every Stellar Swim teacher holds a nationally recognised swimming teaching qualification and brings passion, patience and a strong understanding of technique to every lesson. Our goal is to support each swimmer’s progress, confidence and enjoyment in the water.
Learning to swim, whether for your child or yourself, is an important decision with lifelong benefits. We look forward to welcoming you to Stellar Swim and providing a safe, supportive and high quality learning environment where every swimmer can build confidence, develop skills and enjoy the water.
Parent and Babies
Ages 6 months to 3 years
Octopus
Octopus (PB1) — Ages 6 months to 24 months. Maximum 7 swimmers per class.
An introductory class for babies to become familiar with the water in a fun, supportive group setting. A parent or carer joins their child in the water for every lesson. Classes include water exploration, games, songs and social interaction to help build confidence, water awareness and comfort in a group environment.
Starfish
Starfish (PB2) – Transitional — Ages 18 months to 2.5/3 years. Maximum 3 swimmers per class.
A transitional class that encourages children to swim more independently while continuing to build water confidence. Students begin learning basic swimming skills with support from their teacher, alongside important water safety skills.
Preschool Classes
Ages 2.5 to 5 years
Frog
Frog (P1) — Ages 2.5 to 5 years. Maximum 3 swimmers per class.
The first level of our Preschool program, designed for children ready to swim independently from their parent or carer. Students enjoy their time in the water while learning basic swimming technique in a supportive environment. This class also suits preschoolers who haven’t done swimming lessons before.
Goldfish
Goldfish (P2) — Ages 3 to 5 years. Maximum 4 swimmers per class.
The second level of our Preschool program. Students are introduced to side breathing and continue building confidence, along with beginner freestyle and backstroke skills.
Seal
Seals (P3) — Ages 4 to 5 years. Maximum 4 swimmers per class.
This class builds on freestyle and backstroke through more advanced drills and technique, and introduces breaststroke, while continuing to develop confidence, coordination and overall swimming ability.
School Age Classes
Ages 5 years and over
Tuna
Tuna (P1) — Ages 5 years and over. Maximum 4 swimmers per class.
The first level of our School Age program, for swimmers who are new to lessons or who can’t yet return to the pool edge safely without help. Students enjoy their time in the water while learning basic swimming technique.
Snapper
Snappers (P2) — Ages 5 years and over. Maximum 4 swimmers per class.
The second level of our School Age program. Students are introduced to side breathing and continue building confidence, along with further freestyle and backstroke skills.
Swordfish
Swordfish (P3) — Ages 5 years and over. Maximum 4 swimmers per class.
This class further develops freestyle and backstroke technique through additional drills, using more advanced skills, and introduces breaststroke.
Dolphins
Dolphins (P4) — Ages 5 years and over. Maximum 5 swimmers per class.
This class continues to build on freestyle and backstroke, introducing breaststroke arms and beginner butterfly technique.
Shark
Sharks (P5) — Ages 5 years and over. Maximum 7 swimmers per class.
This class continues developing all four strokes and introduces beginner butterfly technique, with distance gradually increased.
Specialised Classes
Teenager — Maximum 4 swimmers per class.
Designed for teenagers who want to improve their swimming and learn the fundamentals, in a class where they can feel comfortable in the water.
Private — Maximum 1 swimmer per class.
Private lessons are available for all age groups and are tailored to each swimmer’s individual needs. Recommended for swimmers aged 4 years and over.
Adult Classes
Adult A1 — Maximum 4 swimmers per class.
For beginner adults with limited water experience. Students learn basic technique and build independence in the water.
Adult A2 — Maximum 4 swimmers per class.
Building on water confidence, students develop freestyle and other techniques to improve mobility in the water.
Adult A3 — Maximum 5 swimmers per class.
The final level of our adult learn to swim program. Students work on increasing their swimming distance and receive further stroke correction.
Frequently Asked Questions
When can I book in to Stellar Swim?
Our program runs in line with ACT public school terms, and you can join a class at any time. Our pool is heated between 31.5°C and 33°C all year round, so swimmers are always comfortable, whatever the weather is doing outside.
How do I pay for lessons at Stellar Swim?
We offer two payment options:
- fortnightly direct debit, with fees deducted throughout the term, or
- full term payment upfront.
What if I am unavailable to attend a lesson?
If you can’t make a lesson, please let us know by calling (02) 6153 5403 or emailing swim@stellarcanberra.com.au with at least 1 hour’s notice to register your absence.
A single lesson credit will be added to your account. You can claim a maximum of one credit per term. This may be reviewed on a case-by-case basis in unforeseen circumstances, such as a significant illness or hospitalisation. Please email swim@stellarcanberra.com.au if this applies to you. Make up lessons are not offered.
How long do I need to book for?
Learning to swim and survive takes time, which is why when you book in with Stellar Learn to Swim, you are required to book for the whole of the current term.
What if I need to cancel my lessons?
Fortnightly direct debit memberships require at least 14 days’ written notice to cancel.
Upfront memberships continue to the end of the applicable LTS teaching term and are non-refundable, except as set out in the Agreement.
We are located at Stellar Canberra on the corner of Yamba Drive and Launceston Street, Phillip with entry via Launceston Street. Our phone number is (02) 6283 7340.