Summer Safety

Next date: Sunday, 03 December 2023 | 01:00 AM to Wednesday, 31 January 2024 | 11:59 PM

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This summer we are focusing on safety around water for our multicultural communities.

With a number of free sessions taking place from November – January, there is something for everyone!

Participants who register for a session will receive a free family swim pass for Waves Leisure Centre and go into the draw to win a term of swim lessons at Waves.

How to be safe at the beach

Help keep you and your children or grandchildren safe around water. Meet a Lifeguard from Life Saving Victoria for an interactive, visual session using simple English, where you will learn:

  • How to be safe around water 
  • The role of lifesavers 
  • Dangers at the beach such as rips

Choose one of the times below:

  • Wednesday 22 November
    9.30am – 10.30am
    Fairbank Room, Westall Hub (35 Fairbank Rd, Clayton South)
  • Tuesday 12 December
    9.30am – 10.30am 
    Fairbank Room, Westall Hub (35 Fairbank Rd, Clayton South)

Participants need to be aged 5 years+.

Let us know if you need an Interpreter.

Sessions are free and bookings essential. Bookings close at midday on Friday 1 December. 

To book, call Westall Hub on 9581 3050 or book online.

Register now

What to do in an emergency: Learn to save a life

Join a Lifeguard from Life Saving Victoria for an interactive, visual session using simple English.

Participants will: 

  • Learn how to respond in an emergency
  • Find out about DRSABCD first aid steps 
  • Get a practical introduction to CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation)

When

  • Wednesday 13 December
    2.30pm – 3.30pm 
    Fairbank Room, Westall Hub (35 Fairbank Rd, Clayton South)

Participants need to be aged 10 years+

Let us know if you need an Interpreter.

Sessions are free and bookings essential. Bookings close at midday on Monday 4 December. 

To book, call Westall Hub on 9581 3050 or book online.

Register now 

At the beach sessions

Help keep you and your children or grandchildren safe around water. Participate in sand and water-based activities at the beach, delivered by qualified instructors.

You will: 

  • Increase your awareness around water
  • Learn about beach safety
  • Build your water confidence 

Swimming ability is not required. Bring swimwear and a towel.

This session is aimed at parents and grandparents from multicultural backgrounds. If you would like a child or grandchild aged 5+ to participate in the session with you, please refer to the requirements for children when booking. 

Choose one of the times below

  • Monday 18 December
    10am-12pm
    Aspendale Lifesaving Club (10 Groves St, Aspendale)
  •   Monday 8 January
    4pm-6pm
    Aspendale Lifesaving Club (10 Groves St, Aspendale)

Sessions are free and bookings essential. 

Bookings for the session on Monday 18 December close at midday on Friday 8 December.

Bookings for the session on Monday 8 January close at midday on Thursday 21 December.

To book, call Westall Hub on 9581 3050 or book online.

Register now 

At the pool sessions

Help keep you and your children or grandchildren safe around water. Join our pool-based sessions at Waves Leisure Centre, delivered by qualified instructors.

You will: 

  • increase your awareness around water
  • develop water safety skills
  • build your water confidence

This session is designed for parents and grandparents from multicultural backgrounds. It will take place in the water. Bring a towel and wear bathers or light clothes suitable for the pool.

Choose one of the times below

  • Sunday 17 December 
    1pm – 3pm
    Waves Leisure Centre (111 Chesterville Rd, Highett)
  • Thursday 11 January
    5pm – 7pm
    Waves Leisure Centre (111 Chesterville Rd, Highett)

Sessions are free and bookings essential. 

Bookings for the session on Sunday 17 December close at midday on Wednesday 13 December.

Bookings for the session on Thursday 11 January close at midday on Monday 8 December.

To book, call Westall Hub on 9581 3050 or book online.

Register now 

When

  • Wednesday, 01 November 2023 | 12:00 AM - Wednesday, 31 January 2024 | 11:59 PM