Established around the 1950's, VACSWIM has become a household name in the state of South Australia. Each year, the program thousands school aged children at more than 120 locations across the state. Put simply, VACSWIM's aim is to reduce the incidence of drowning amongst the younger generations. Supported by Channel 9, Nova 919, PPI Promotion and Apparel, Life. South Australia and Enventive, the p
rogram works with key stakeholders - Office for Recreation & Sport, Royal Life Saving Society Australia - South Australia Branch and Surf Life Saving South Australia - to teach water safety and survival skills that may one day, they may save a life. Did you know that 294 people drowned between the 1st July 2020 and 30th June 2021 and that 42% of these people were under 34 years of age? If you think that this is an alarming statistic, you're not alone. On top of this, the last year has seen a 20% increase on 2019/2020 and an 8% increase on the 10-year average. Thankfully, VACSWIM exists to reduce these statistics by teaching younger generations to intervene in these unfortunate, and often life threatening situations. Enjoy a lifetime of safe recreation on, in and around the water by enrolling your children in the 2022 SA Water VACSWIM program. Learn to swim - SA Water VACSWIM swimming lessons, water safety, water survival - it's the holiday fun thing to do!
