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Carlie Swimming is recognised internationally as a world leader in aquatic education. If you would like to be part of the team working in a fun, friendly, fast-paced supportive environment then explore the opportunities available.
Carlile’s swimming schools are designed to suit the Carlile teaching program, with warm water, custom ledges and levels to help children feel comfortable as they learn. Find the pool closest to you.
Carlile Swimming has led the industry for 75 years. Pioneering teaching babies and developing techniques that are now common place world-wide. The Carlile program caters for all levels of swimming from babies to Olympians.
Here you can find information to help you get the most from your relationship with Carlile Swimming and learn about how Carlile addresses important issues such as Child Protection and Health and Safety.
Here you can discover the unique history of Carlile Swimming, and why we remain passionate about helping families become safer in and around the water by nurturing a love for swimming and all the rewarding experiences and benefits that it provides.
Here you can read the latest swimming news, tips for staying safer in and around water and updates on the achievements of Carlile’s Swimming families, staff and competitors.
Forbes Carlile began his coaching career in 1946 and later opened Australia’s first commercial swim school (in 1955). Today Carlile Swimming teaches more than 20,000 kids to swim each week.
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Forbes Carlile began his coaching career in 1946 and later opened Australia’s first commercial swim school (in 1955). Today Carlile Swimming teaches more than 20,000 kids to swim each week.
Contact UsCarlie Swimming is recognised internationally as a world leader in aquatic education. If you would like to be part of the team working in a fun, friendly, fast-paced supportive environment then explore the opportunities available.
The Carlile name is entwined with the history of world swimming. Forbes Carlile was Australia’s first Olympic coach, Ursula the first woman to coach our Olympic team. Their pioneering contribution cannot be overstated.
Update: Carlile management has followed up the matter and extended their apology about the situation happening on the first day of the holiday camp. They have taken actions to elevate the experience, instructors started to use 2 lanes of the pool that significantly improve the experience for the class so...
Update: Carlile management has followed up the matter and extended their apology about the situation happening on the first day of the holiday camp. They have taken actions to elevate the experience, instructors started to use 2 lanes of the pool that significantly improve the experience for the class so I decided to edit my review and rating and change it to 4 star review. I still believe they need to train their front desk staff on customer service that's why my star rating will not be "5". ‐------------------------------------------------------------------------- I recently enrolled my 9-year-old daughter in the summer holiday camp at Carlile Lane Cove West, where we've been loyal customers. However, our experience was disappointing. The promised 45-minute daily classes turned out to be overcrowded with 7 other kids in a half lane, hindering the learning environment. Despite expressing concerns and witnessing kids bumping into each other, the reception insisted it was normal for King Fish classes to have 7-8 kids. When I requested to cancel the remaining 4 days, I was denied a refund, and even the manager couldn't acknowledge our long-standing patronage. In my six years with Carlile, such overcrowding has never been the norm. I caution anyone considering the summer camp, as our class was overloaded.
My sons have learned to swim really well with a strong focus on getting the basics right before moving them up.
My sons have learned to swim really well with a strong focus on getting the basics right before moving them up.
Went into carlile to enroll my son into swimming lessons as he is beginning primary school. I was assisted by a lovely girl named Sophia, made swimming lessons for my son a breeze.
Went into carlile to enroll my son into swimming lessons as he is beginning primary school. I was assisted by a lovely girl named Sophia, made swimming lessons for my son a breeze.
Carlile’s swim school leaders are passionate about teaching swimming and water safety skills. They inspire and provide outstanding service, every day.
Carlile Swimming Directors are industry leaders, each with an outstanding career in competitive swimming and learn to swim.
The Carlile Foundation supports young athletes looking to achieve their dreams and builds on the legacy of founders Forbes and Ursula Carlile.
Carlile’s nurturing approach, allows children to build the skills they need at one level to confidently springboard to the next. Your child will learn to swim well and love the water.
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