Squad, Membership and Registration Information
H2O Fitness Academy provides year-round swim coaching for swimmers aged from around 8 years through to adults.
Our focus is on ability rather than age, ensuring each swimmer trains in a group that supports their development and goals.
We welcome swimmers training for Surf Life Saving, Open Water, Triathlon, or general fitness.
Seasonal Training Structure
Winter Season (May – October)
All winter squads train at Craigie Leisure Centre.
Summer Season (November – March)
Training is held across Craigie Leisure Centre, Carine Senior High School Pool, and Sorrento Beach.
Summer programs include additional surf skills, endurance, and open water training.
H2O Fitness Academy – Winter Block 1 Enrolment (2026) are Open
Register now for Winter Block 1 and secure your spot to swim across May, June and July 2026.
This is a 3-month swim training block, with limited spots available.
The registration form includes all options for squad selection and training days. Please take the time to read everything carefully.
If you have any questions, contact Andrew Ridley – 0408 298 725.
How to Join/Register
There are three simple steps to joining the H2O swim program:
1️⃣ Complete the Online Enrolment Form
Provide swimmer details, select your squad group, and nominate training days.
You’ll receive a confirmation email once submitted.
⚠️ Enrolment is not complete until Membership and Payment have been received.
2️⃣ Join – Team H2O Membership
$25 per swimmer (once per H2O year – Nov to Oct)
Includes squad membership, insurance, and H2O swim cap
Winter Block (3 months):
3 sessions per week: $270 for the 3month block
2 sessions per week: $240 for the 3month block
1 session per week: $160 for the 3month block
✅ 10% discount for current Sorrento SLSC members (use code SORRENTO2026)
Family Discount: 4th swimmer free (excludes Intro to Squad)
Squad Groups & Progression Pathways
Gold Squad – Advanced swimmers
Silver Squad – Intermediate swimmers
Bronze Squad – Developing swimmers
Blue Squad – Progressing juniors
Green Squad – Junior development
Nipper Transition Squad – Entry-level junior swimmers (usually LTS Level 7/8)
Swimmers are grouped by ability, not age, and progress as their skills and fitness develop.
Our coaches work closely with each swimmer to ensure the right training environment, and we collaborate with other local programs to support long-term athlete pathways.
For more information, please speak with Andrew on pool deck.
Winter Training Schedule
Tuesday & Thursday Nights – Craigie LC
Green & Blue (Indoor 25m): 6:15pm – 7:30pm (start 6:30pm)
Bronze, Silver & Gold (Outdoor 50m): 6:15pm – 7:30pm (start 6:30pm)
Saturday Afternoons – Craigie LC
Nippers & Green (Indoor 25m): 3:45pm – 5:00pm (start 4:00pm)
Blue, Bronze, Silver & Gold (Outdoor 50m): 3:45pm – 5:00pm (start 4:00pm)
Please arrive 15 minutes early to all sessions.
Winter Training Key Dates
Saturday 2nd May 2026 – First Session for Winter Block 1
Saturday 30 May 2026 – No Training (Long weekend)
Saturday 4 July 2026 – No Training (SLS Pool Rescue State Champs)
Thursday 30th July 2026 – Last Session for Winter Block 1
Saturday 1st August 2026 - First Session for Winter Block 2
Saturday 26 September 2026 – No Swimming (Long Weekend)
Saturday 31st October 2026 – Last Session for Winter Block 2
Training Locations
Tuesday & Thursday Nights: Craigie Leisure Centre
Saturday Afternoons: Craigie Leisure Centre
Pool entry fees apply at Craigie LC (multi-visit passes recommended)
Training Expectations
Swimmers are encouraged to attend a minimum of two sessions per week (except Nipper Transition Squad members who are encouraged to swim once per week).
There are three sessions on offer per squad, and swimmers may be allocated to specific sessions.
Swimmers should bring all required gear to each session (see Equipment List on the Membership Page).
Swim Equipment Needs
Nippers / Green: Kickboard, fins, goggles, cap (if long hair)
Blue – Gold: Kickboard, pull buoy, fins, goggles, cap
Equipment is required to be purchased, clearly marked with the swimmer’s name and ready for the first session.
Important Information
- Fees are payable at registration
- No refunds or credits for missed sessions or program changes
- If injury prevents participation, contact Andrew to discuss options