What we offer
Beginners
At Bay of Islands Swimming Club, we understand that every swimmer starts somewhere—and that strong fundamentals are the key to long-term success.
Our beginners program is designed for school aged children, and focuses on foundational skills in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment.
What we teach:
Breath control
Proper body position
Correct kicking and arm action
Basic strokes
Introduction to diving and turns (as appropriate)
Led by experienced instructors, our lessons are small-group based to ensure individual attention at a comfortable pace for every child.
Swimming Fundamentals & Development
As swimmers progress, they move into our Development Squad, where we focus on refining technique and introducing training habits that set them up for competitive or recreational success.
Key areas of focus:
Stroke development (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly)
Turns and starts
Swim fitness and endurance
Learning pace, breathing, and timing
Understanding lane etiquette and teamwork
We make sure that every swimmer learns the right way from the beginning—laying the groundwork for confident, capable, and happy swimmers.
Ready to Race?
For those interested in competition, we offer structured Junior and Senior Squad training, with expert coaching and opportunities to compete at:
Club nights and time trials
Local and regional swim meets
National events through Swimming NZ
Our racing program supports athletes who want to take their swimming to the next level while still enjoying the social, supportive side of the sport
Bay of Islands Swimming Club Membership and Fee Structure
The Bay of Islands Swimming Club is a non-profit incorporated society. The club’s objective is to keep fees as reasonable as possible and thereby maximise the affordability and accessibility to the club, while at the same time ensuring that the club can meet its obligations in a responsible manner and on a sustainable basis. The club seeks to supplement its fee revenue with funds from grants from community trusts and from self fundraising activities.
Check out our prices below and find the option that’s right for you — the pool is waiting!
