CASEY ARC has one again been recognised as one of the premier pools in the region.
The Narre Warren facility has been awarded Life Saving Victoria’s (LSV) prized Platinum Pool Award for the second consecutive year, becoming only the fifth Victorian aquatic facility to receive the honour since a new assessment process was put in place.
Platinum Pool status is awarded to facilities that have achieved the highest standards in aquatic safety and risk management.
“There is a big push to provide swim skills to as many children as possible at the moment,” Casey ARC manager Travis Sauer said.
“And with LSV acknowledging Casey ARC as a high standard and safe place to be, we’re aiming to grow our programs – especially swimming lessons.”
Mr Sauer said that the YMCA was focusing on reducing drowning deaths, with a campaign to raise awareness.
“It’s surprising who can’t swim. It could be a family member, close friend or the kid next door who’s at risk and it’s never too late to learn,” he said.
“We teach children vital swimming and personal survival skills, not just for the pool, but for rivers, lakes and the ocean.”
Casey ARC offers swimming lessons to infants from six months through to adults of any age. To enrol or find out more, call Casey ARC on 9705 5000, or visit www.caseyarc.org.au.
