Thanks for your interest in the Academy

What brought you here?
Maybe it was seeing your child light up in the pool, or that feeling after swimming—they need more. More challenge, more support, more joy. Maybe it’s your quiet hope: that they find something real—confidence, resilience, friendship. Something off a screen. Or maybe it’s just that gut feeling – it’s time. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone.

Introducing KICKSTART™
A gentle, supported, no-pressure introduction to the Academy of Swimming. We know the first step into squad training can feel big — especially for kids moving up from learn-to-swim, returning after a tough experience elsewhere, or simply needing confidence. That’s exactly why we created KICKSTART™.
1.Your preferred location?
2.Can your child swim the following?
50 Freestyle, 50 Backstroke, & 50 Breaststroke
3.Where is your child currently swimming?
4.Why are you considering moving?
5.How can we best support your child moving forward?
6.When would you like your child to start?
7.Which pathway would you like your child to join?
8.Any additional comments or considerations you would like us to be aware of?
9.How did you hear about our program?
10.Where you referred by a friend? If so, please provide details
11.Parent Details
12.Swimmers Details
Once you submit this form, our founder Rodney Skudar will personally be in touch. As a third-generation coach with 30 years’ experience and over 10,000 children coached in the Stonnington and Glen Eira councils, Rodney will help place your child in the perfect group for their age, ability, and goals.