Each year, Healthways Community Initiatives provides a limited number of scholarships for 12yr-Adults to learn to swim from one side of a pool to the other.
Swimming isn’t just a fun activity – it’s an essential life skill that could one day save your life. But what happens when you didn’t get the chance to learn as a child?
Research by the Royal Life Saving Society reveals that despite Australia’s prominent water culture, a quarter of Australian adults consider themselves either weak swimmers or entirely non-swimmers. If this sounds familiar, you’re far from alone – and we can help you.
Through our Healthways Community Initiatives program, we offer scholarships to give young people and adults a 2nd chance to learn to swim. Apply for a 2nd Lap Scholarship below.
Do you feel uneasy in the water?
- “I’m afraid to go near the pool.”
- “I get nervous every time we’re on a boat.”
- “My kids are better swimmers than I am!”
- “I don’t know if I could save myself if I fell in.”
You’re not alone, and we can help. Group or Private lessons are available year-round. In addition, you may be eligible for a 2nd Lap Scholarship.
Who’s eligible for a 2nd lap scholarship?
Anyone 12yrs-Adult who can’t swim confidently from one side of a pool to the other. (In swimming level ability terms, for Under 16s this is anyone who is Level 2 High or below, for Over 16s and Adults this is anyone who is Adult Level 2 or below. When you apply, you’ll fill in some quick questions about your swimming ability to check if you’re eligible.)
What does the scholarship cover?
Every term the swim school allocates pool space and teachers for extra classes for scholarship students at a discounted rate. Before each school holiday or booking period, scholarship recipients will be emailed a discount code to book into classes.
How it works
Applying is simple. Fill out the enquiry form below and let us know your current swimming ability. This helps us place you (or your child) at the appropriate level from the start. Once accepted, you’ll receive a discount code for booking your lessons. We’ll support your journey towards water safety with regular progress updates and encouragement along the way.
Apply now.
Ready to take the next lap towards water confidence? Fill out the enquiry form to apply for a 2nd Lap Scholarship today. Supported by Healthways Community Initiatives.