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Top Tips for Swim Parents

Swimming Parent Expectations & Guide

Parent Expectations

During Training:

Parents, please drop off your child or sit near the pool deck without engaging unless necessary. Post-session conversations should be brief, focusing on essential matters, ensuring coaches can attend to all swimmers. For swim-related queries, contact your coach via email or TeamApp. General inquiries can be directed to enquiry@yarraplentysc.com.au.


Volunteering at Meets:

At competitions, parent volunteers for timekeeping are needed. No experience is necessary, and the Competitions Coordinator will create a roster. Questions about volunteering can be directed to competitions@yarraplentysc.com.au.


Additional Resources:


1. YPW New Swim Parent Presentation:

Access our comprehensive presentation for new swim parents: YPW New Swim Parent Presentation


2. Resource Books for Loan:

Borrow insightful books from our library:

  • "Swimming for Parents" by Gary Barclay

  • "Behind the Goggles" (for kids) by Gary Barclay

Email library@yarraplentysc.com.au to borrow.


3. Swimming Australia Handbook:

Explore the Swimming Australia handbook, covering coaching tips and volunteer opportunities. View "Swimming Parents" by Wayne Goldsmith for further insights HERE.

Training Facilities

Herb Norman Pool (Yarra Plenty), Greensborough

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Postal: PO Box 388 | Greensborough, 3088

Club Rooms: Liat Way (Off Sainsbury Ave) | Greensborough

Tel:  (03) 9434 4516 | Yarra Swim School Reception

The Yarra River, from which our club is named, is known as Birrarung, meaning River of Mists in the language of Woiwurrung spoken by the Wurundjeri. 

We acknowledge the Wurundjeri people as the traditional custodians of this land. We respect their unique ability to care for the country and their deep spiritual connection to it. We honour Elders Past and present, who have resided in the area and who are an integral part of the region's history.

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