Looking for swimming lessons near Forest Hill? Surrey Park Swimming offers programs for swimmers of all ages, from babies through to children, teenagers and adults. Our structured approach supports swimmers as they build confidence, develop technique and learn essential water safety skills. Our Blackburn and Box Hill locations are both a short drive from Forest Hill, making lessons convenient for local families. Blackburn’s mineral water pool provides a gentler alternative to traditional chlorine pools and supports a calm, focused learning experience. Private lessons and free baby swimming lessons through our Teeny Tots program are also available.
We offer programs for all swimmers of all ages and abilities.
You can choose between two distinct learning environments, depending on your needs.
Our Blackburn centre offers a calm, boutique setting with a mineral pool, helping swimmers build confidence and skills in a quieter environment. It’s well suited to swimmers with sensitive skin or those who prefer a gentler water experience.
Our Box Hill centre provides a more energetic environment within a larger aquatic facility, offering additional flexibility for families.
At Surrey Park Swimming, every program is structured so swimmers learn alongside others of a similar age and ability, supporting steady, consistent progress. Our instructors are trained by experienced industry professionals with decades of hands-on teaching behind them. We meet every swimmer where they're at, building confidence in nervous beginners, developing strong technique, and helping all swimmers feel comfortable and capable in the water. From your baby's very first Teeny Tots session through to squad and club pathways, there is a clear progression at every stage.
Families from Forest Hill choose Surrey Park Swimming for the confidence they have in our teaching and the consistent experience we provide at every level. Our instructors are trained by experienced industry professionals, delivering clear and consistent lessons aligned to each swimmer's level. Each program is carefully structured, creating a clear progression pathway from a child's first introduction to the water through to advanced levels, squad training and club swimming. With convenient access to both Blackburn and Box Hill, families can choose the location that suits their routine and maintain consistency in their child's weekly lessons.
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Forest Hill families most commonly attend lessons at our Blackburn and Box Hill swim centres, both conveniently located nearby.
Our mineral pool at Blackburn is just 5 minutes from Forest Hill, making lessons easy to fit into weekly routines.
We are regularly welcoming swimmers from nearby suburbs including Burwood East, Templestowe, Nunawading, Doncaster East, Camberwell, Balwyn, Surrey Hills, Mount Waverley, Doncaster, Mont Albert, Blackburn North, Blackburn South and surrounding eastern suburbs.
Answers to commonly asked questions about our swim lessons and programs.
Your closest location is Blackburn, just a 5 minute drive from Forest Hill with Box Hill typically around 10 minutes depending on traffic. Both centres easily reached via Canterbury Road and offer weekday and weekend lesson times to suit busy family schedules
Yes, Surrey Park Swimming offers baby swimming lessons near Forest Hill at both our Blackburn and Box Hill centres. Classes begin from just 3 months of age through our Teeny Tots program, which offers free sessions for babies aged 3–6 months as a gentle introduction to the water. From there, our baby and toddler programs continue through to age 3, supporting water familiarisation, confidence and early water safety skills
Yes, Surrey Park Swimming offers children’s swimming lessons near Forest Hill at both our Blackburn and Box Hill centres. From preschool age through to teenagers, children learn alongside others of a similar age and ability in a structured, supportive environment. Programs are available for preschoolers from age 3, school-age children and teenagers up to 17.
Yes, both our Blackburn and Box Hill centres offer ample off-street parking, making it easy for Forest Hill families to arrive stress-free. Blackburn has a dedicated car park directly at the centre, while Box Hill is located within Aqualink which also offers parking on site
Yes, Surrey Park Swimming offers adult swimming lessons near Forest Hill at both our Blackburn and Box Hill centres. Classes are available for all abilities, from complete beginners taking their first strokes through to more advanced swimmers looking to refine their technique. Private lessons are also available for adults who prefer a more personalised learning experience
Yes, Surrey Park Swimming runs school holiday swimming programs near Forest Hill at both our Blackburn and Box Hill centres. Every school holiday we offer daily morning lessons across a week, giving swimmers a great opportunity to fast track their progress in a short period of time. Holiday intensives are available for ages 3–17 and are a popular choice for families looking to accelerate their child’s learning while keeping them active and entertained during the break
Yes, Surrey Park Swimming offers private swimming lessons near Forest Hill at both our Blackburn and Box Hill centres. Private lessons are ideal for swimmers who prefer one-on-one attention, those looking to fast track their progress, nervous or anxious swimmers, children with special needs who benefit from individual support outside of a group setting, or anyone with specific technique goals. Lessons are available for all ages from babies through to adults
"Surrey park swimming club is a fantastic centre that facilitates for all ages from babies - mature aged adults. I’ve been taking my child for over 12 months now and she has become so confident in the pool. The educators are fantastic and make the lessons engaging, instructive and fun."
Karah,
Parent
"Both my kids have had fun learning to swim at Surrey Park and no matter the teacher, group or session time they have been catered for and we have received wonderful progress reports."
Katie,
Parent
"Fantastic place where your child’s water confidence and skill is their priority. Friendly staff and very alert."
Elena,
Parent
"Surrey Park swimming club is the most supportive swim school we have been a part of. It helps the kids get through any stages where things get tougher whether it’s the learning or just getting in the water. This avoids any breaks in learning and helps them thrive. We still travel even though it’s further to come to this school."
Elle,
Parent
"My 4 year old just loves his swim lessons! His confidence and swimming ability has improved steadily over the last year. The staff are consistently friendly, professional, and make swimming lessons a joy each week."
Emily,
Parent
"My baby started lessons at 6 months old and after clinging to us in the first lesson has warmed up and now loves to attend her swimming lessons. It is now one of the highlights of her week! At 2 years old, she can now climb out of the pool, wait before jumping in, submerge underwater with confidence and just loves the water. We highly recommend the baby and toddler swim lessons at Surrey Park Swimming!"
Hugh,
Parent
"We have been with Surrey Park Swimming for years and highly recommend them! The classes run very smoothly, and the instructors are professional and patient with the kids. My daughter loves swimming because of her positive experience with Surrey Park."
Jennifer,
Parent
"Surrey Park understands the needs of kids at all ages and levels. There is great support when kids need it, along with high energy and up tempo lessons to keep things interesting. Highly recommended."
John,
Parent
Start your Learn to Swim, Learn to Dive and Club Squad swimming journey with us today
Choosing the right swim school is about more than just location. It’s about finding a program that builds water safety, confidence and strong technique over time.
At Surrey Park Swimming, our structured learn-to-swim pathway supports swimmers from their very first lesson through to advanced levels, squad training and beyond.
Whether you’re just getting started or looking to continue your child’s progress, our team is here to help you find the right class.
Surrey Park supports families across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, with convenient access to our Blackburn mineral pool and Box Hill swim centre, both conveniently located for Forest Hill families.
In addition to Forest Hill, we regularly welcome swimmers from nearby suburbs including Burwood East, Templestowe, Balwyn, Camberwell, Blackburn, Blackburn North, Blackburn South, Box Hill, Mont Albert, Surrey Hills, Nunawading, Doncaster East, Mount Waverley and Doncaster.
With multiple locations and a range of programs for babies, children, teenagers and adults, families can choose the environment and schedule that works best for them.
