SWIMMING LESSONS

Learn to swim or practice in a unique indoor pool in Adelaide’s CBD.

ADULT LEVELS

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BUPA INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SWIMMING LESSONS

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Our pool is unique - it’s underground, it’s always heated, and it’s made from recycled, sustainable stainless steel.
We have a range of options for your swimming lessons, ranging from Beginner classes all the way up to Advanced.
Whether you’re brand new to the pool and looking to learn, or have experience and want to learn stroke technique or improve your style, there’s a class for you.
Disability access to the Pridham Hall swimming pool is available via a large access ramp, with a water wheelchair available for use.
During your swimming lesson you can store your valuables in our free lockers.
Goggles and other swimming accessories are available for purchase from the lobby, allowing you to go into the pool fully equipped to learn.

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Adult swimming lessons are available every Wednesday afternoon from Wednesday 25 March through to early December 2026 at City West Pridham Hall’s unique indoor swimming pool, with all classes conducted by qualified AUSTSWIM swimming instructors.

Swimming lessons are open to everyone, with no prior experience required. Each class is capped at a maximum of four participants to ensure individual attention, and offered across three levels: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced.

WHICH CLASS SHOULD YOU TAKE?

Beginner

Suitable for adults with limited experience swimming, or who are unable to swim at least ten metres without stopping.

Intermediate

Suitable for adults with some previous swimming experience, or people who want to learn to swim 25 metres or more without stopping.

Advanced

Suitable for adults who can swim 25 metres or more without stopping, and want to improve their swimming style or learn a different swimming stroke.

City WEST PRIDHAM HALL

Lower Level, Pridham Hall
211/213 Hindley Street
Adelaide University City West Campus
Adelaide SA 5000

EMAIL: pridham.hall@adelaide.edu.au
CALL: (08) 8302 0661

CLASS DURATION: 30 minutes

WHAT WE FOCUS ON: Our qualified and experienced swimming instructors will cover a range of skills, with a focus on stroke development and correction.

LOCATION: Our program is conveniently located at City West Pridham Hall - nearby the Adelaide University Campus on Hindley Street. There’s plenty of nearby cafes and restaurants to relax and grab a coffee after your session.

GETTING HERE: City West Pridham Hall is easily accessible via public transport, including train, tram, and bus. There are metered parking spots available. You’ll find us on the bottom floor. Just take the stairs or lift down to find the front desk.

Adult swimming lessons cost $20 per lesson.
Lessons will be available for purchase online from Monday 16 March 2026, or in-person from Tuesday 17 March 2026.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Lessons will start in March 2026 and continue through to December 2026. Specific days and times will be confirmed in mid-March 2026.
Yes, the Pridham Hall swimming pool is heated to 28 degrees all year round.
The maximum number of students per class is 4.
Bookings will open online in mid-March 2026. In the meantime, if you have any questions, please email pridham.hall@adelaide.edu.au.

For each lesson we suggest you wear good quality chlorine resistant bathers and goggles. We also recommend you bring a towel, water bottle and warm clothes to change into afterwards. All other equipment will be provided. Some wearable equipment is available for purchase in the lobby.
All classes are conducted by qualified AUSTSWIM swimming instructors who also have a current Working with Children Clearance.
If you are unable to attend a lesson, please email pridham.hall@adelaide.edu.au with your name, the date and time of the lesson you will miss, and your preferred date and time for rescheduling the missed lesson.

Bupa International Student Swimming Lessons

Adelaide University Sport in partnership with Bupa will be offering subsidised swimming lessons exclusively for international students of Adelaide University. For just $20 students will receive four 45 minute lessons with an AUSTSWIM qualified swimming instructor plus a pair of googles to take home. Four blocks of lessons will be held during 2026.

The benefits of the lessons are:

Build water confidence and essential swimming skills in a safe, supportive environment
Learn from experienced AUSTSWIM instructors in small, structured classes
Meet fellow international students while improving fitness and water safety skills

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