Mentone Aquatic (MA) is a premium provider of swimming and water safety to the south east community in Melbourne. Dive into the Mentone Grammar Swimming Pool where MA promotes an all inclusive approach in learning to swim within the school and external community.

The Team at MA are committed to saving lives by teaching swimming and water safety, and adopting worlds best practice programming and teaching techniques. From six (6) month old babies through to national level competition, MA delivers quality tuition to participants of all ages, standards, abilities, backgrounds and diversities.

MA is committed to providing a safe, healthy and positive environment for all children learning to swim. We believe children learn when encouraged and guided, challenged and rewarded. We are committed to understanding the individual needs of every student irrespective of their race, gender, age, ability or experience.

Our program emphasises a holistic approach by developing a child’s confidence, expanding their skills and encouraging them to succeed. Our objectives are achieved through our proficient team of individuals that undertake expert qualified training programs.

The swimming programs are personally designed by Olympic medallists Toby Haenen & Andrew Lauterstein who share a love and passion for swimming focused on fairness, consistency and progression.

MA is owned and operated by one of the worlds leading brands in swimming - ENGINE.

Our Team
The MA Team are extensively researched, experienced and resourced in designing and implementing premium quality swimming and water safety programs. We share our passion for teaching with all our team and conduct regular ongoing training.

We have 3 decades of experience in;

• Teaching and conducting premium Parent/Child classes and pre-school aquatics.

• Teaching students in a highly structured learn to swim programs.

• Coaching students in squad levels preparing for competition.

Our Small Class Sizes

• At MA, we believe in quality and personalised service. That’s why, the centre is only used for swim classes, coaching and and private use and not for general public use. We provide low instructor/student ratios, for the safety of all students, ensuring each student receives the personalised attention they deserve. Each of the student / teacher ratios listed below is the maximum number of students per class.

  • Parent & Child Classes 1:8 ratio

  • Beginner Classes 1:4 ratio

  • Intermediate Classes 1:5 ratio

  • Advanced Classes 1:8 ratio

  • Squad 1:20 ratio

Our Centre - Mentone Grammar Aquatic Centre

• Refurbished (2020)

• 8 Lane 25m Pool - 1.1 - 1.4m depth

• Stadium seating - Comfort and good view of lessons

• LED Pixel Scoreboard / Screen

• Large change rooms and showers

• Highest standard water and air quality

Our Programs have been designed by Toby Haenen & Andrew Lauterstein, drawing upon 25 years of swimming, teaching and coaching experiences.

Mentone Aquatic is pleased to offer classes suitable for 12 month old babies through to adults:-

• Parent & Child Classes (12 months - 3 years)

• Pre-School Learn to Swim Classes

• School Age Learn to Swim Classes

• Stroke Correction Classes

• Pre-Squad Training

• Squad Training

Our team also provides coaching for;

• Mentone Grammar Swim Team (AGS Champions)

• Mentone Grammar Students

• Swimming Club

• External Schools & Kindergartens

For further information on external swimming programs - info@mentoneaquatic.com

2024
Term 1 - Monday 15th January- Thursday 28th March
Term 2 - Monday 15th April- Sunday 30th June
Term 3 - Monday 15th July – Sunday 22nd September
Term 4 - Monday 7th October – Monday 23rd December

No Swimming Dates (These are not included in your Term fees)
Friday 26th January - Australia Day
Friday 9th February - MGS School Swimming Event
Monday 11th March - Labour Day
Friday 29th March - Monday 1st April- Easter Weekend
Thursday 25th April - Anzac Day
Monday 10th June - Kings Birthday
Friday 27th September- Grandfinal Public Holiday
Tuesday 5th November- Melbourne Cup

For any new inquiries about enrolling your child, please complete our online Enquiry form HERE