In April 2021, the United Nations declared 25 July as World Drowning Prevention Day, recognising drowning as a serious but preventable public health issue.
Every year, over 300,000 people worldwide lose their lives to drowning, including hundreds of families across Australia. Most drowning deaths occur in low and middle-income countries, but no community is immune. Children and young people are most at risk.
We’re offering 2 weeks of free Swim School lessons for adults and children who sign up on the day, making it the perfect time to get started or build confidence in the water.
Learn more about water safety, drowning prevention, and the important work of Life Saving Victoria.
Enjoy a complimentary morning tea while supplies last.
Keep an eye out for our friendly mascots on the pool deck.
Join in the fun with pool games, including Lifejacket Game in the 50m, Reach Rescue Practice & Float Device Relay Races (LTS), and Toy Scramble in Pirate's Cove!
Make a splash on our giant pool inflatable.
Come along, get involved, and learn how small actions can make a big difference in preventing drowning.
This World Drowning Prevention Day, communities across Australia and around the globe are uniting to turn the tide on drowning by raising awareness, building lifesaving skills and taking simple actions that help keep people safe in, on and around water.
Glen Eira Leisure is proud to support Royal Life Saving Australia and the global movement to prevent drowning.
Here’s how you can take action!
Every action matters. Together, we can unite to turn the tide on drowning.
Learn more and get involved: https://www.royallifesaving.com.au/World-Drowning-Prevention-Day
Children will practise putting on a lifejacket and experience how it helps keep them safe in the water. While floating together in a circle, instructors will create waves and splashes to simulate challenging conditions. This activity teaches children to stay calm, work as a team, and understand the importance of wearing a properly fitted lifejacket.
Children will learn safe rescue techniques, including how to help someone from the poolside using reach rescues and floating aids. They will then take part in fun relay races using floatation devices, reinforcing how everyday floating objects can assist in an emergency.
Children will collect scattered toys and return them to a designated bucket. During the activity, instructors will discuss water safety awareness, encouraging children to identify hazards and understand the importance of staying alert in and around the water.
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