2026 ASSA Swimposium - Auckland
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ASSA Swimposium 2026 | New Zealand
This is the very first ASSA Swimposium delivered in New Zealand. One day on the ground for NZ swim school operators to plug into a network that spans Australasia and to help shape what comes next.
What's on the day:
An ASSA State of Play across Australia and New Zealand with Luke Daly
The Parent Conversation, ASSA's framework for managing family expectations
Alena Sarri on the Why SAFERwater Warriors framework powered by Rheem
Working With Others, ASSA's swim school personality model with Luke Daly
Three specialist sessions curated for the NZ market
Alena Sarri on the babies program
A regional Gen Z panel
Bring your team. The whole point is that everyone walks out with something useful.
Affordable. Accessible. Awesome.
This is your chance to upskill, grow your expertise, and be part of an initiative dedicated to raising the standard of learn-to-swim.
The industry is evolving—make sure you're part of it.
Stay tuned, more speakers and topics to be confirmed soon!
Agenda
Starting Small with Alena Sarri
What good baby program design actually looks like.
State of Play with Luke Daly
A short opener on where the industry is heading across Australia and New Zealand.
The Parent Conversation
A practical framework for managing parental expectations.
Why SAFERwater Warriors
Putting proper substance behind your water safety promise.
Working With Others with Luke Daly
ASSA's personality model built specifically for swim school teams.
Specialist Session
An additional industry session curated for the NZ market.
The Next Generation: A Gen Z Panel
The next wave of swim school leaders on what they want from work.
Lineup
Luke Daly
CEO, Australian Swim Schools Association Luke Daly is CEO of the Australian Swim Schools Association. He leads ASSA's strategy, advocacy and industry development work and runs the association's national content program. At Swimposium, Luke opens the day, walks the room through ASSA's flagship Working With Others session, and presents the Why SAFERwater Warriors framework powered by Rheem.
Fallyn Donaldosn
Fallyn Donaldson is the Marketing & Central Area Manager at Dean Greenwood Swim School, one of New Zealand's leading learn-to-swim providers. With more than 17 years of experience in the aquatics industry, Fallyn has developed extensive expertise in swim teaching, staff development, facility management, and customer engagement. Since joining Dean Greenwood Swim School in 2016, she has played a key role in supporting operational excellence across multiple facilities and driving the organisation's marketing initiatives. building skilled teams and enhancing customer experiences continues to contribute to the success and growth of Dean Greenwood Swim School. customer experiences, and driving excellence in aquatic education.
Alena Sarri
Co-founder & Owner, Aquatots Swim School Canberra Alena Sarri is the co-founder and owner of Aquatots Swim School, the family-owned Canberra operation she's been running since 2002. Aquatots was the first swim school in Australia to launch an aquatic program for babies from six weeks, and Alena now leads a team across four ACT locations. She brings that double specialism in babies and water safety to Swimposium to lead Starting Small and to deliver Why SAFERwater Warriors in selected regions.
FAQs
- What time does the day start and finish?
Doors open from 8:30am for arrival and coffee. Sessions begin promptly at 9:00am and the day wraps at 3:30pm.
- Is morning tea and lunch included?
Yes. Morning tea and a sit-down lunch are included in your ticket. Please flag any dietary requirements at checkout so we can pass them on to the venue.
- Can I bring my whole team?
Absolutely, and we'd encourage it. Swimposium is built for swim school teams to attend together. Use our group pricing where available and check with us if you're bringing a larger crew.
- Will I get the slides or session notes after the event?
Yes. Attendees receive a follow-up pack after the day with session summaries, key resources and any handouts from the presenters.
- What should I wear?
Smart casual. You won't be on the pool deck on the day, so no need for swimwear or polos. Dress for a comfortable day of learning.
- Is parking available at the venue?
Most venues offer onsite or nearby parking. Specific parking and access information for each location is included on the venue confirmation you'll receive a week out.
- What's your refund and transfer policy?
Tickets are non-refundable but fully transferrable. If you can't make it, you're welcome to send a colleague in your place. Just let us know in advance so we can update the attendee list.
- Who do I contact if I have questions?
Email admin@australianswimschools.org.au or call the ASSA office. We're happy to help.
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