Rackley Swimming Tobruk

Rackley Swimming Tobruk Helping swimmers of all ages feel safe, confident & strong at Rackley Swimming Tobruk!💙

WE ARE ALL BORN TO SWIM 🏊‍♀️💙Water is part of so many of our favourite family moments.The excitement of jumping in. The ...
10/09/2026

WE ARE ALL BORN TO SWIM 🏊‍♀️💙

Water is part of so many of our favourite family moments.
The excitement of jumping in. The laughter that comes with a big splash. Learning something new. Watching grandparents, siblings and parents share the water together.
But before children can confidently enjoy those moments, they need the skills to feel comfortable and capable in the water.

That’s where the journey begins.

Swimming lessons give children the opportunity to build confidence, develop essential water safety skills and gradually become more independent in the water.

And every child’s journey looks different.

Some will swim for fun.
Some will swim for fitness.
Some will swim for life.
And some might discover a love of racing.
There’s no single destination.

What matters is giving every child the opportunity to start their journey and build skills they can carry with them for life.

Everyone is Born to Swim. 💙

BORN TO FLOAT 💙💦There’s a moment when a child realises they can trust the water.Maybe it starts with being supported.The...
07/09/2026

BORN TO FLOAT 💙💦

There’s a moment when a child realises they can trust the water.
Maybe it starts with being supported.
Then a little less support.
Then suddenly, they’re floating on their own.

It might look like a simple milestone, but learning to float is an important part of becoming comfortable and capable in the water.

It teaches children to relax, control their breathing and understand how their body moves in the water. And perhaps most importantly, it can help build the confidence to stay calm and keep learning.

Like every part of the swimming journey, it takes time. Some children find it easy straight away, while others need a little more encouragement and repetition. There’s no rush.

Every float, every kick and every attempt is another step towards greater water confidence and lifelong water safety.

Because sometimes the biggest progress happens when a child simply learns to trust themselves.

Born to Float. Born to Swim. 💙

🏊 Swim Meet This SundayWe’ll be hosting a swim meet at the centre on Sunday 13 September, so the venue and surrounding c...
07/09/2026

🏊 Swim Meet This Sunday

We’ll be hosting a swim meet at the centre on Sunday 13 September, so the venue and surrounding car parks will be busier than usual.

If you’re attending swimming lessons on Sunday, please allow a little extra time to find a park and get to your lesson.

Thanks for your patience and we look forward to seeing you!

WE'RE BORN TO SPLASH 💦💙Because sometimes the best part of swimming is making the biggest splash possible!The giggles.The...
05/09/2026

WE'RE BORN TO SPLASH 💦💙
Because sometimes the best part of swimming is making the biggest splash possible!

The giggles.
The jumping.
The kicking.
The bubbles.
The “do it again!” that somehow never gets old.

For children, these little moments of play are how they build a happy, positive relationship with water.

And as their confidence grows, so does their curiosity. They become more comfortable trying new skills, exploring what their bodies can do and discovering just how much fun water can be.

Learning to swim gives children the skills and confidence to enjoy those moments while building lifelong water safety skills along the way.

Because every child’s swimming journey looks different.
Some are cautious. Some are fearless. Some are born to make a really big splash. 😂

There’s no right way to start, just plenty of opportunities to learn, grow and have fun.
Born to Splash. Born to Explore. Born to Swim. 💙🏊‍♀️

WE'RE BORN TO LEARN.One of the most beautiful parts of learning to swim is that progress doesn’t always look like a huge...
02/09/2026

WE'RE BORN TO LEARN.

One of the most beautiful parts of learning to swim is that progress doesn’t always look like a huge milestone. Sometimes it’s something tiny.

A child who used to hold on finally lets go.
A nervous swimmer puts their face in the water.
A kick becomes a little stronger.
A float lasts a little longer.
And suddenly, something that once felt difficult starts to feel possible.

That’s what makes the swimming journey so special. It teaches children that they don’t have to get everything right the first time.

They can try.
They can wobble.
They can have another go.

And with encouragement and consistency, confidence grows.
Those lessons reach far beyond the water.

Because learning to swim isn’t just about becoming a better swimmer. It’s about developing capability, independence and confidence that children can take with them wherever life takes them.

Born to Learn. Born to Swim. 💙

WE'RE BORN TO EXPLORE 🌊There’s something about water that brings out a child’s natural curiosity.The splashing, kicking,...
01/09/2026

WE'RE BORN TO EXPLORE 🌊
There’s something about water that brings out a child’s natural curiosity.

The splashing, kicking, bubbles.
The “what happens if I do this…?” moments. Every little discovery is part of learning to feel comfortable and confident around water.

For our swim family, watching that confidence grow has been one of the most rewarding parts of the swimming journey.

It’s not about rushing to the next skill or expecting every child to progress at the same pace. It’s about giving them the opportunity to explore, discover what their body can do and build positive experiences around water.

Because when children feel confident, they’re more willing to try, learn and challenge themselves.
And those early moments of exploration can become skills they carry with them for life.

Every child has their own journey.
Let them explore it.

Born to Explore. Born to Swim. 💙

Last night Reyna our Swim School Manager and Kail our General Manager had the privilege of attending the Australian Swim...
27/08/2026

Last night Reyna our Swim School Manager and Kail our General Manager had the privilege of attending the Australian Swim School Association (ASSA) Awards of Excellence! 🏆✨

Rackley Swimming Tobruk was named a Regional Winner and a National Finalist for Swim School of the Year – up to 1,000 lessons per week is such an incredible achievement! 🏊‍♀️🏊‍♂️❤️

But this award isn’t just about a swim school — it’s about the people who make it what it is.

We couldn’t be prouder of this incredible team and the passion, dedication, care and hard work you all bring every single day.

What an absolute privilege it is to be part of this team. 🌟

Here’s to celebrating how far we’ve come and everything still to come! 🥂🏊‍♀️✨

We’re incredibly proud to be joining the Cowboys Community Foundation family as a Supporting Partner! 🤝💙For Rackley Swim...
20/08/2026

We’re incredibly proud to be joining the Cowboys Community Foundation family as a Supporting Partner! 🤝💙

For Rackley Swimming, this partnership is about more than swimming, it’s about water safety, active lifestyles and creating positive outcomes for children and families across North Queensland.

We’re excited to work alongside the Foundation and support the Cowboys For Community program, helping strengthen its ability to respond to the needs of local communities.
We’re proud to be part of the Townsville community and can’t wait to see what we can achieve together.

Here’s to making a bigger splash, together! 🌊🤠

17/08/2026

🌊 This is the Learn to Swim vibe! 💦

Ready to make a splash? Come and Try today and experience the fun, confidence and joy of learning to swim with Rackley Swimming. Whether it’s your little one’s first lesson or they’re building their skills, there’s something for every swimmer. 🏊‍♀️

Come and Try today! ✨

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32 The Strand
Townsville, QLD
4810

Opening Hours

Monday 5am - 7pm
Tuesday 5am - 7pm
Wednesday 5am - 7pm
Thursday 5am - 7pm
Friday 5am - 6pm
Saturday 7am - 4pm
Sunday 8am - 4pm

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