Dive into the World of Col Jones Swim Tempe's Heated Pools

For over 50 years, Col Jones Swim Tempe has been a community institution in the Inner West Sydney region, known for providing exceptional swimming lessons and water safety education for children of all ages and skill levels. Central to our ability to cater to a diverse range of swimmers is our state-of-the-art facility, featuring three heated pools specifically designed to accommodate learners at various stages of their swimming journey.

Our Small Beginner Pool, Teaching Improver Pool, and 25-metre Lap Pool ensure that every student at Col Jones Swim Tempe has access to a swimming environment perfectly suited for their current abilities, allowing them to progress and thrive as they develop their swimming and water safety skills.

Small Beginner Pool: A Comfortable Introduction to Swimming

At Col Jones Swim Tempe, we believe that a gentle and nurturing introduction to swimming is crucial for young beginners. With this in mind, our Small Beginner Pool has been designed specifically for children starting their swimming journey, providing a safe and comfortable environment for them to familiarise themselves with the water.

The Small Beginner Pool features shallow water, allowing beginners to easily touch the bottom and gain a sense of security as they learn basic water skills. Its warmer temperature creates a soothing atmosphere, ensuring that young swimmers feel relaxed and at ease during their lessons while maximising their learning potential.

From gaining confidence in the water to learning essential beginner swimming techniques, our Small Beginner Pool provides the ideal setting for young swimmers to embark on their exciting aquatic adventure.

Teaching Improver Pool: Advancing Skills in a Supportive Space

As students progress in their swimming education and begin to build on their foundational techniques, Col Jones Swim Tempe's Teaching Improver Pool provides the perfect environment for advancing their skills. Designed to accommodate swimmers who have outgrown the Small Beginner Pool but are not yet ready for the larger lap pool, the Teaching Improver Pool offers a challenging yet supportive space for continued development.

The depth of the Teaching Improver Pool is more suited for intermediate swimmers, allowing them to refine their strokes and learn new swimming techniques confidently. The heated water ensures that swimmers remain comfortable and focused on their lessons, while the pool's layout promotes an atmosphere of fun, engaging, and effective learning.

25-metre Lap Pool: Developing Form Strokes and Squad Training

For more advanced students at Col Jones Swim Tempe, our 25-metre Lap Pool is the ideal environment for honing their skills and refining their form strokes. This full-sized pool allows experienced swimmers to practise a variety of strokes, improve their endurance, and develop their competitive swimming abilities.

The 25-metre Lap Pool is also used for squad training, providing a dedicated space for students who are involved in swimming competitions or looking to further challenge themselves. This versatile pool caters to a diverse range of advanced swimmers, ensuring every student has the opportunity to excel in their chosen discipline.

Heated Pools: Enhancing Comfort and Learning

All three pools at Col Jones Swim Tempe are heated, providing a comfortable and enjoyable swimming experience for all students regardless of their age or skill level. Heated pools offer several advantages, including:

1. Improved muscle flexibility: Warm water allows muscles to relax and become more flexible, reducing the risk of injury during swimming lessons and facilitating better range of motion.

2. Increased comfort and enjoyment: Swimming in heated water is more enjoyable for students, particularly for young children who may be sensitive to colder temperatures.

3. Enhanced learning potential: A comfortable and relaxed environment allows students to better concentrate on their lessons and develop their skills more effectively.

By offering heated pools across all skill levels, we ensure that every student at Col Jones Swim Tempe can focus on their swimming education in a warm, enjoyable, and nurturing environment.

Experienced and Passionate Instructors: Guiding Every Step of the Way

At Col Jones Swim Tempe, our commitment to providing exceptional swimming lessons and water safety education goes beyond our state-of-the-art facilities. Central to our success are our experienced and passionate instructors who guide each student through every stage of their swimming journey.

Our team of instructors comprises certified professionals with extensive backgrounds in swimming and water safety. They bring a wealth of knowledge and a genuine passion for teaching, ensuring that each lesson is not only educational but also engaging and enjoyable. Our instructors understand the unique needs of every swimmer, from young beginners to advanced athletes, and tailor their teaching methods to suit individual learning styles and abilities.

We believe in the power of positive reinforcement and encouragement, creating a supportive atmosphere that helps students build confidence in the water. Our instructors are trained to recognise and address any fears or anxieties that students may have, providing the reassurance and motivation needed to overcome these challenges.

In addition to technical skills, our instructors emphasise the importance of water safety education. They teach students how to stay safe in and around water, including essential survival skills such as floating, treading water, and safe entry and exit techniques. By instilling these vital skills, we equip our students with the knowledge and confidence to enjoy water activities safely throughout their lives.

Parents and guardians are an integral part of the learning process at Col Jones Swim Tempe. Our instructors maintain open communication with families, providing regular updates on student progress and offering guidance on how to support their child's swimming development outside of lessons. This collaborative approach ensures a cohesive and effective learning experience for every student.

Catering to Swimmers of All Ages and Abilities at Col Jones Swim Tempe



At Col Jones Swim Tempe, we take pride in offering an inclusive and accessible swimming experience for the Inner West Sydney community. Our three heated pools have been thoughtfully designed to cater to swimmers of varying ages and skill levels, ensuring that each student has the perfect environment in which to develop their swimming and water safety skills.

Whether your child is taking their first steps into the water or mastering competitive strokes, the pools at Col Jones Swim Tempe provide engaging, supportive, and tailored kids swimming lessons. Enroll your child today to witness firsthand the incredible impact of our versatile heated pools on their swimming journey.