Swimming at CHRG Sports & Wellness Club is built around confidence, safety and skill development in the water. Our programs cater for all ages and stages, from first water experiences through to competitive squad training, supporting swimmers as they build strong technique and water confidence along the way.
Parents & Babies – From ages 4 months and above
A gentle, play-based introduction to the water for babies and their parents or carers. These classes focus on water safety, familiarisation, sensory development and early movement skills.
Sessions help build comfort and confidence in the water while strengthening the parent, child bond through guided activities and play.
Babies aged 4–6 months can enjoy free introductory classes as part of our Stage 0 program.
Learn more: Parents & Babies
Learn to swim – Stages 3 – 8
The Learn to Swim program is designed to build confidence and safety in the water. It develops confident, capable swimmers through strong foundations in technique, water safety and comfort in the water.
With 10 progressive stages from 4 months onwards, each level is matched to age and ability, focusing on correct movement before progressing distance and skill. Swimmers move forward when they’re ready, supported by qualified coaches and Pool Deck Supervisors.
Enrolment is available year-round, so families can join at any time.
A coaching pathway is also available for swimmers progressing into competitive or fitness-focused swimming.
Learn more: Learn to Swim
Pre Squad – Stages 9 & 10
Our Pre Squad program is the next step after Learn to Swim, designed for confident swimmers ready to develop stronger technique, endurance and training habits.
Swimmers refine all four strokes, improve turns and starts, and build the foundations needed for squad training in a supportive, structured environment.
Coaches provide ongoing feedback and guidance, with progression based on skill development.
Junior Squad
Junior Squads are for swimmers building towards competitive training, with a stronger focus on performance and skill refinement.
Sessions develop stroke efficiency, endurance, race skills and training discipline in a structured squad environment.
Coaches support swimmers as they progress towards higher-level squad pathways.
Learn more: Junior Squads
Competitive Squads
Our Competitive Squads support swimmers training at a performance level, focusing on advanced technique, endurance, race skills and consistency.
Coached in a structured environment, swimmers work on improving times, refining skills and building confidence in competition.
Sessions are progressively structured to support performance outcomes, with an emphasis on consistency, discipline and goal-setting
This is the top of our swimming pathway, with opportunities to progress through to higher-level competition.
Learn more: Competitive Squads
Squad programs
The coaching program caters for both competitive and fitness pathways, recognising swimming as an integral part of the Australian way of life. Participation in squads supports the development of swimming skills, fitness, endurance, and positive social connections.
The coaching team is passionate, highly qualified, and experienced across all aspects of swimming. Swimmers progressing along the competitive pathway are required to join the Castle Hill RSL Dolphins Swim Club.
Squad programs range from 45-minute sessions for developing swimmers through to advanced Diamond Squad training of up to two hours per session.
Adult Swimming
Adult lessons are available for those who have never had swimming lessons before to those wanting to improve their strokes. Find out more here.
School Holiday programs
During school holidays, Swimming at CHRG Sports & Wellness Club offers a School Holiday Program that allows swimmers to continue developing their skills while regular lessons pause. Typically delivered as a five day intensive, the program provides daily lessons designed to reinforce technique, build confidence, and support progression to the next level.
Specialised holiday sessions are also offered during key periods, particularly in preparation for school swimming carnivals. These targeted programs focus on race skills, dives, turns, and stroke efficiency to help swimmers feel confident and prepared for competition.
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Castle Hill Fitness & Aquatic Centre (CHFAC) is one of the largest Fitness, Swimming & Gymnastics facilities in Australia. Owned & operated by CHRG (Castle Hill RSL Group).
77 Castle Street, Castle Hill | (02) 9846 1230 | [email protected]