Welcome to Guildford Grammar Swim School

Dear Parents and Swimmers,

Welcome to the Guildford Grammar Swim School – the first step in your child’s swimming journey at Guildford Grammar School. Our program is designed to help young swimmers build water confidence, learn essential swim skills, and develop a lifelong love for the sport in a safe and supportive environment.

Our Philosophy

At Guildford Grammar School, swimming is more than just a skill – it’s a foundation for health, confidence, and school engagement. Whether your child is just learning to float or starting to swim laps, our experienced instructors guide them with care and encouragement.

Swim School Structure

Learn to Swim (Levels 1-4)

• Focus: Water safety, floating, basic stroke development
• Small group sessions
• Encouragement-based learning

Junior Development (Levels 5-9)

• Focus: Stroke technique, kick and breathing mechanics
• Introduction to swim drills and short sets
• Prepares swimmers for squad readiness

Transition to Squads
Once your child completes Swimming Levels 5-6, they may be invited to join the Preparatory Swim Squad, which is part of the broader Guildford Grammar School Swimming Program. This transition is based on readiness and confidence, not just age.

Enrol your child in the Swim School here

Why Swimming Matters: The Broader Benefits

Swimming is more than a physical activity – it’s a lifelong foundation for wellbeing, academic performance, and personal growth. Whether your child is training recreationally or preparing for competitive squads, regular participation in swimming offers a wide range of benefits that support success in and out of the water.

1. Supports Academic Focus
   Swimming increases oxygen flow to the brain, helping to enhance memory, concentration, and cognitive performance. The calming, rhythmic nature of swimming also reduces stress — making it an ideal balance during busy academic periods and assessment blocks.
2. Enhances Sleep and Emotional Regulation
   Physical activity in water regulates energy levels and helps reset the body’s natural sleep cycle. Swimmers often enjoy deeper, more consistent sleep, which plays a key role in emotional resilience, focus, and mood stability.
3. Cross-Training for Other Sports
   Swimming is an excellent form of low-impact, joint-friendly cross-training. It builds aerobic endurance, lung capacity, and core strength – supporting athletic performance and injury prevention in sports like football, basketball, athletics, and more.
4. Develops Personal Discipline and Mental Resilience
   Swimming teaches consistency, time management, and goal setting. Showing up to training, even on challenging days, cultivates intrinsic motivation and mental toughness — qualities that serve students across all areas of school life, including Term 4 commitments and future leadership roles.
5. Whole-Body Health and Physical Literacy
   Swimming engages nearly every muscle group, improving coordination, flexibility, and cardiovascular fitness. It lays the groundwork for lifelong physical activity and helps students develop confidence in their body’s capabilities.
6. Lifesaving Skills and Water Safety Confidence
   Beyond the pool, swimming installs practical water safety awareness – empowering students to make safe decisions around water environments, a critical life skill in Australia.

Communication & Support

For any queries or absence notices, please contact: andras.jo-kovacs@ggs.wa.edu.au

Let’s make this swimming journey a positive and empowering one for your child. We’re thrilled to have you as part of the Guildford Grammar School Swim community.

Warm regards,
Andras Jo-Kovacs