Author Archives: Alana James

Keep Watch: Water Safety Starts With Us

Living in the Northern Territory means living close to water. From backyard pools and community aquatic centres to rivers, creeks and the coast, water is part of everyday life. It brings connection, relief from the heat, and opportunities for families to spend time together. But it also comes with real risk, especially for young children. […]

Using Swim and Sport Vouchers at the Y

Learning to swim is one of the most important life skills a child can develop. At the Y, we’re committed to helping more families access swimming lessons and build confidence in the water through our Learn to Swim program.  Families in the Northern Territory can access several Learn to Swim and Sport Vouchers to help reduce the […]

Free Aqua Fitness during FebFit!

Come and Try Aqua Fitness at the Y! As part of Hot100’s FebFit, we’re offering free Aqua Fitness classes at Nightcliff Pool, Parap Pool, and Casuarina Aquatic and Leisure Centre during February. If you love it and want to come back for more, you can purchase Casual Visit and 10 Class Passes at the pool. […]

Swimming Lessons for All Ages

The Y’s Learn to Swim program is designed to help babies, children, and adults build confidence, safety, and strong swimming skills for life.
In the Northern Territory, swimming is more than a sport, it is an essential life skill. Our Learn to Swim program supports every swimmer through a clear progression pathway in a safe, welcoming environment.

Preparing Your Child for Their First Swimming Lesson

Stepping into the pool for the first time is a big moment for both children and families! At the Y, we believe preparing your child for their first swimming lesson should begin with confidence, comfort and lots of fun.

Book your School Swimming Lessons with the Y today!

Are you a Territory Primary School? The Y Northern Territory would like to partner with your school to provide a fun, streamlined and skills-based School Swimming experience in 2025. The Northern Territory Government recently announced the ‘Swimming in Schools’ initiative, providing a fantastic opportunity for more young Territorians to access essential swimming and water safety […]