2026 ASSA Swimposium - SA
Description
ASSA Swimposium 2026 | South Australia
This is Swimposium South Australia. One day at the Adelaide Aquatic Centre, built for the people who run, manage and teach in South Australian swim schools.
What's on the day:
An ASSA State of Play with Luke Daly
The Parent Conversation, ASSA's framework for managing family expectations with Tiffany Oldrey
Somethin' Fun with Taylah Eastwood & Oli
Working With Others, ASSA's swim school personality model with Luke Daly
How Kids Learn with Tom Wiggett
Seasonal Swimming, Staff & Students with Amanda Pimlott
Value Adding - Extending programs past learn to swim
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!
Agenda
State of Play with Luke Daly
A short opener on where the industry is heading and what ASSA is working on this year.
The Parent Conversation
A practical framework for managing parental expectations.
Somethin' Fun
Working With Others with Luke Daly
ASSA's personality model built specifically for swim school teams.
How kids Learn – Ensuring Skills and programs are setup for progressing kids when they are truly ready.
Breakdown how kids learning styles, how kids move from thinking skills to automatic skills, and the key steps teachers can take to understand when kids are ready to move through progressions.
Seasonal Swimming, Staff & Students
Value Adding - Extending programs past learn to swim
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.
Tom Wiggett - Blue Dolphin Swim Centre
I've worked in this industry for 8 years, starting at Blue Dolphin and progressing through swim teaching, supervising, Swim Program Coordinator, and now Operations Manager. Through my time at the centre, I completed my Cert IV in Training and Assessment. I'm also moving into a Head Coaching position at Southern Performance Swimming Club, where I've been involved for close to six months.
Tiffany Oldrey
Tiffany Oldrey is an experienced aquatics professional with close to 30 years in swimming education, water safety and aquatic programming. She is Aquatic Programming Manager for The Y Victoria and YMCA Aquatic and Event Services, based across the SA Aquatic and Leisure Centre and the new Adelaide Aquatic Centre.
Taylah Eastwood
Amanda Pimlott
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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