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Discover the Best Swimming Lessons in Mackay and Ayr!<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Premium, all-inclusive swimming lessons for children and adults \u2014 in a warm indoor 32\u00b0 pool, all year round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Book a Trial Swim Class<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Marlins is the swim school Mackay and Ayr families have trusted for nearly 30 years. We teach babies from 3 months, children of every age and ability, and adults who never had the chance to learn \u2014 all in a warm indoor pool, all year round.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Swimming Lessons in Mackay and Ayr<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You’ve landed here because you must be looking for swimming lessons in Mackay or Ayr, Queensland \u2014 welcome! We can’t wait to meet you and your little one. Book a free trial assessment and we’ll place your child at exactly the right level.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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3\u20136 Month Olds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Gentle water familiarisation in Mum or Dad’s arms \u2014 warmth, songs and smiles in our 32\u00b0 indoor pool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Baby Lessons \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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6 Months \u2013 3 Years<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Confidence, breath control and safety skills through play \u2014 the foundations of a lifetime of swimming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Infant Lessons \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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3+ Year Olds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Structured learn-to-swim classes building real strokes, water safety and self-esteem \u2014 one high-five at a time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn to Swim \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The Marlins Adventure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Twelve levels, from first splash to squad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tadpole<\/p>\n\n

Starfish<\/p>\n\n

Penguin<\/p>\n\n

Goldfish<\/p>\n\n

Jellyfish<\/p>\n\n

Turtle<\/p>\n\n

Dolphin<\/p>\n\n

Crocodile<\/p>\n\n

Octopus<\/p>\n\n

Stingray Squad<\/p>\n\n

Sharks Squad<\/p>\n\n

Marlins Squad<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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See All 12 Levels<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Why Families Choose Marlins<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We are the swim school Mackay and Ayr families come back to, year after year \u2014 and often with their second and third child.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Nearly 30 Years in the Water<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Marlins has taught the Mackay region to swim since the 1990s. Three decades of refining one program means we have seen every kind of swimmer \u2014 the naturals, the nervous, and the ones who just need a different approach.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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A Warm 32\u00b0 Indoor Pool<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Our pool is heated to 32 degrees and fully indoors, so lessons run every week of the year. Cold water makes children tense; warm water lets them relax and actually learn.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Austswim Qualified Teachers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Every teacher is Austswim certified and trained in our gentle methodology. They watch your child’s development, confidence and self-esteem, and adapt each activity to suit.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Twelve Levels, Clear Progress<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

From Tadpole to Marlins Squad, your child always knows which level they are on and what comes next. You see progress you can name, not just time in the water.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The Gentle Swim School<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Gentle swim teaching is our positive approach to helping children get comfortable in the water and develop real swimming skills. Using positive language and gentle learning principles, we create a safe environment where children explore, learn and thrive \u2014 your child is at the centre of everything we do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Locations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mackay<\/h3>\n\n\n

32 Arana Drive, Rural View QLD 4740. Serving families across the greater Mackay region \u2014 from pre-school water safety to advanced coaching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mackay Lessons \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Ayr<\/h3>\n\n\n

Expert instruction for the Ayr community and surrounds \u2014 from babies’ first lessons through to adult swim training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ayr Lessons \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Bundall \u2014 Coming Soon<\/h3>\n\n\n

The Marlins adventure is coming to the Gold Coast. Register your interest and be first in the water when our Bundall pool opens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Register Interest \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Ready to Start Swimming Lessons?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Book a free trial assessment for your child today \u2014 we’ll find their perfect level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Book Your Free Trial Class Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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