Liam Twomey is a para triathlete who regularly trains at GESAC’s facilities and narrowly missed out qualifying for the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games.

Australia’s women’s goalball team have taken the next step in their pursuit of the nation’s first ever Paralympic medal in the sport. 

In the spirit of the Tokyo Olympics we sat down with our very own GEL Olympian to find out more about her journey. Lillian Leal-Ramirez is our Aquatic Programs Supervisor and twice competed as an Olympian for Mexico. Here is what she had to say about the experience:

As part of Glen Eira Leisure’s annual review of prices and fees that there will be an increase in the rate of membership fees.

The facilities returning from Wednesday 28 July are: GESAC Gym and Group Fitness (with a maximum of 10 people in Group Fitness Classes) GESAC Indoor Pools including Pirates Cove (Please note Spa, Sauna and Steam will remain closed) GESAC Stadium (with no spectators) GEL Swim School GESAC Childcare Caulfield Recreation Centre Gym and Group Fitness (with a Maximum of 10 people in Group Fitness Classes) GESAC Changerooms

Notice of lessons recommencing - Friday 25 June  Following the Victorian Government's further easing of restrictions, we are very happy to advise that GEL Swim School will be returning Friday 25 June 2021.

Following the Victorian Government's further easing of restrictions, we are very happy to advise that you will soon have full access to our facilities again!

Glen Eira facilities and services return in limited capacity The Victorian Government confirms the further easing of restrictions in Metro Victoria from 11.59pm Thursday 17 June. We have reviewed the limited service options available to us and in line with the maximum venue capacity of 50 people indoors, selected facilities will resume in a reduced capacity. The facilities returning from Friday 18 June are: GESAC 25m pool GESAC Wellness pool only (Spa/Sauna/Steam closed) Caulfield Recreation Centre (CRC) Gym Only

We are excited to announce our GESAC 50M Pool will reopen at 5.45am tomorrow Friday 11 June. There are a few things we need to ensure everyone is aware of before we open our doors:

The outdoor pool at GESAC will close for these repairs from 17 June 2021 until 26 July 2021. All other aquatic facilities will be open in the indoor pool hall to accommodate our 50 metre pool swimmers as much as possible.  

We have launched our new GEL member portal and are excited to now be opening our online group fitness booking system. This new portal provides you access to your account profile, membership information, group fitness bookings and more.

We are excited to announce that the GEL Swim School program at GESAC will recommence from 27 January 2021.