VacSwim summer programs 2026-27

Last updated October 2026

Government-run holiday swimming lessons for children aged 5 to 17 across swimming stages 1 to 16, held at more than 175 pools and beaches around the state. Three summer programs are offered: January program 1 (nine days, 40 minute lessons), January short program (five days, 35 minute lessons) and January program 2 (eight days, 45 minute lessons). Enrolment is limited to one summer program per child and summer enrolments close Wednesday 14 October 2026. Venue entry fees are extra. December program Sat 19 to Wed 23 Dec 2026; Weekday lessons; program 1 is 5 to 15 Jan, short program 11 to 15 Jan, program 2 is 18 to 28 Jan with no lesson on 26 Jan; lesson times vary by venue (see venue listings).

Key facts

When: Sat 19 Dec 2026 to Thu 28 Jan 2027

Ages: Ages 5 and up

Price: January program 1 $32.00 single ($20.50 concession, $85.50 family); January short program $16.50; January program 2 $32.00. Venue entry fee is excluded

Where: Perth

Book or read more: https://www.education.wa.edu.au/dl/6l1zo1ed

Checked October 2026 on the provider's page. Dates, prices and places can change, so the provider's page has the latest availability.

WA summer school holidays run Friday 18 December 2026 to Sunday 31 January 2027 (WA Department of Education). All school holiday programs in Perth.

Details

Location: Perth, WA

Website: https://www.education.wa.edu.au/dl/6l1zo1ed

Price: January program 1 $32.00 single ($20.50 concession, $85.50 family); January short program $16.50; January program 2 $32.00. Venue entry fee is excluded

Ages: 5–17 years

Category: Swimming & Aquatics

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