Aqua Babies

Who: Parents and caregivers with babies aged 3–9 months 

Cost: Free, book online or at reception 

Duration: 30 minutes 

Start Date: Monday 1 December 2025

 Monday 9:00am at GESAC 

Tuesday 11:00am at Carnegie Memorial Swimming Pool (CMSP) 

• An accompanying adult will participate in the class, so please bring bathers and a towel.
• Swim nappies are required for all babies.
• Family change rooms are available for your convenience.
• Please arrive 15 minutes before your class starts to allow time to settle in.
• Each session will be held in our warm water pool, at 34 degrees to keep you and your infant warm. 

What’s the difference between GELSS Stingray classes and Aqua Babies sessions? 

Aqua Babies is all about introducing infants to water in a fun, social setting. Through sensory play, babies and parents enjoy gentle water familiarisation activities together. 

Stingray classes, part of the Glen Eira Leisure Swim School program, focus on building water confidence with a parent present. These lessons use specially adapted games, songs, and routines to develop water safety, familiarisation, and early swimming skills to prepare for independent swimming.

What happens when my child turns 9 months old? 

If your little one loves Aqua Babies and is now over 9 months, it’s time to continue their swimming journey! Enrol in GELSS Stingray classes to keep building confidence and skills. 

How much do Aqua Babies classes cost? 

They’re completely FREE! Simply enrol to secure your spot.