Trans Swim 2.0

This event is for transgender, gender diverse, and non-binary people.

Allies are welcome if they are accompanying a Trans person - this could be a partner, parent or best friend.

The pool couldn't handle us... but we are back!

Trans Swim acknowledges this event is being conducted on stolen land. "Melbourne City" is the land of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong / Boon Wurrung peoples of the Kulin. We sincerely pay respect to their Elders past and present. Trans liberation here cannot be separated from First Nations sovereignty. We stand with and honour First Nations trans people, and Sistergirl and Brotherboy communities, whose gender diversity predates colonisation and whose leadership continues to shape our movements. This land, always has, and always will, be Aboriginal Land.

Trans Swim is a safe(r) space for Trans* people to be celebrated, connect and experience euphoria while swimming. We invite all trans, non-binary and gender diverse people to this space. People of all ages, body types and genders, are encouraged to come along and enjoy time in a Trans community space. We hope to create a space where Trans people can swim happily, hang out with friend’s/family and meet new people.  

This Trans Swim will be at the Melbourne City Baths at 6:30pm, Saturday the 18th of April. You will have full access to the main pool, sauna and spa, all while being surrounded by fellow Trans bodies.

Remember to listen to your body, make sure you take breaks.

We can't wait to swim with you! 

*We use Trans as an umbrella term for transgender, gender diverse, and non-binary people.

What to bring:

• Yourself! We cannot wait to meet you!

• A towel

• A water bottle

• If you wish to wear a gender-affirming garment (eg. binders or body tape), please ensure it is swim safe. For safety, non-swim gender-affirming garments are not recommended.

Safety and Behaviour:

As we gather, safety for our community is the utmost priority. Life guards will be on duty to look out for everyone. We will also have roamers looking out for attendees to make sure everyone is having a wonderful time together.

If at any point you feel unsafe for any reason, please reach out to anyone working the event or lifeguards on site. We will work as promptly as possible to uphold the safety of this space.

If anyone is found to be acting in an antisocial way, they will be asked to leave immediately. We have a clear behaviour policy in place to foster a comfortable environment for our community.

Some basics

• No transphobia, racism, ableism, fatphobia, etc.

• No body shaming.

• No invasive questions about bodies, gender, sexuality or surgeries.

• No unsolicited photography.

• Consent culture applies (including for touch and conversations).

• Respect names and pronouns.

• Alcohol free gathering.

Ticket information:

Trans people

Tickets for Trans people are completely free! Please be mindful that we have a limited capacity for this event. Please make sure you can definitely attend on the night before getting a ticket. 

Allies

Tickets for Allies are $10. We have a small allocation for these tickets for Trans people who may want an ally to come with them. 

All ages event

This is an all ages event. If you are under 15 you will need to attend with a parent or carer. 

Facility Accessibility:

There is an accessible entrance to Melbourne City Baths on Franklin Street. To enter, press the green Accessibility entrance call button and a staff member will remotely open the door for you. This door leads you into the main pool, where we will meet you to scan your ticket.

Feel free to contact us at transsswim@gmail.com for any further information.

Melbourne City Baths is not impacted by wet weather as it is an indoor facility. 

Pool Accessibility:

There is a hoist to assist entry into the main pool. 

Bathrooms:

Melbourne City Baths has an accessible change room. All change rooms within the facility have also been equipped with an accessible shower to help reduce demand on the accessible change room.

Getting to the Event:

There is no dedicated parking for the Melbourne City Baths, but their are a number of parking options nearby the venue:

• Wilson parking

• CBDpark

• Greenco Parking Car Park 

There are accessible car parks along Franklin Street. Additionally, there is more parking on Cardigan Street close to Panda Hot Pot. 

• Train

  Catch any train that will take you to Melbourne Central, the venue is a short walk from the station.

• Tram 

  Any tram heading to or from Melbourne University will take you to the venue, get off at Stop 7- RMIT University.

• Bike

  There are hoops to park your bicycle out the front of the venue on Swanston Street.

  
  

Feel free to contact us with any questions at transsswim@gmail.com