14 October 2025
Artistic swimming workshop gives kids a go at something new
A group of 20 lucky students wrapped up their Term 3 swimming lessons with a splash thanks to a visit from Artistic Swimming WA!
Children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds were invited to join a special “have a go” artistic swimming workshop at Cannington Leisureplex on 10th September to celebrate the end of term. Coached by Eden from Artistic Swimming WA (ASWA), kids from Stages 4 and above swapped their usual strokes for a taste of the sport, learning simple skills and routines like turns, handstands and jumps.
The workshop was delivered as part of Royal Life Saving WA’s Multicultural Swimming Lessons, following the success of a previous session in Term 2. The initiative aims to introduce older students to new opportunities in the water, from artistic swimming to lifesaving, while encouraging creativity, teamwork and plenty of fun.
For many, it was their first time trying something beyond traditional swimming lessons. The session gave students the confidence to step outside their comfort zone and discover a new aquatic sport while gaining a unique set of skills.
“I had a fantastic time at the collaboration workshop with Royal Life Saving WA, meeting all the kids and seeing them so engaged was truly special. Working alongside Royals was seamless, and I’m excited about the future opportunities to continue building in this space,” shared Eden from ASWA.
“Our swimming programs lay the foundation and develop the skills necessary for safe participation in aquatic activities and sports,” noted Achol Madong, Royal Life Saving WA Manager of Inclusion Programs and Capacity.
In Term 3 alone, Royal Life Saving WA engaged 200 children across the metro area in multicultural swimming programs. These programs are essential, with 1 in 10 Australian children aged 5-14 having never attended a swimming lesson, and those from low socioeconomic, multicultural and regional communities more likely to miss out on vital swimming and water safety skills.
Collaborations like this one show that learning to swim is only the first step in building confidence and can open the door to new opportunities and spark a lifelong love of the water.
Royal Life Saving WA is proud to work alongside partners like ASWA to create inclusive, engaging experiences that inspire children to try, explore and grow through aquatic sports. Thank you to the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport for their continued support in helping us deliver Children’s Multicultural Swim and Survive lessons.
