How to join

 

Please see the following guidance to frequently asked questions for joining Parramatta Memorial Swimming Club

 

Can I join?

Parramatta Memorial Swimming Club welcomes new and existing members to join and participate in our weekly Club races, training activities and Royal Life Saving programs

We are meet at the Parramatta Aquatic Centre and meet each Saturday morning at 7:00am from 12 October 2024 to March 2025.

When can I join?

Parramatta Memorial Swimming Club strongly suggests that members do not register online immediately. This approach ensures that people are not disappointed when they register and then find they have picked the wrong product

This also allows new swimmers to see how they like our Club for a few weeks before having to make a financial commitment

Come talk to our friendly Committee Members who will be on Pool deck on Saturday mornings

If you wish to join the Club for races and amateur coaching it is best to contact us via the Club’s email info@pm.org.au to determine the best time to try out and register. This time will most likely be at 7.00am on a Saturday morning at Parramatta Aquatic Centre

Who is Club Training / Amateur Coaching available to?

Coaching will be available to members who are able to train for a minimum of one hour, and whose times for this current season reach minimum standards (50m Freestyle in less than 60 seconds and can swim 50m competently in 2 strokes with no stopping)

Training is only available to swimmers who compete on Saturday mornings

Amateur coaching will commence in October on Saturday mornings after races, at Parramatta Aquatic Centre

Coaching will finish no later than 10.00 am

Attendance is subject to approval by coaching volunteers. Details will be confirmed once the swimming season commences

How many races can I compete in each Saturday morning?

Clubs races are available for those that can swim at least 25m of any stroke

Each swimmer may compete in a maximum of 3 point score events each Saturday

Young swimmers resting at the edge of the pool
What Memberships are available?

Find out more about Memberships at Swimming NSW

A table provided by NSW Swimming to compare the memberships available 

Note: Additional fee components are built in to cover our affiliation with Swimming Australia, Swimming NSW, Metro Northwest, and a 3% Credit card fee.

Our Club fees have not increased.

Can I use an Active Kids Voucher?

Yes – Parramatta Memorial Swimming Club Incorporated is an Active Kids Provider

The NSW Government is helping kids get active with the Active Kids program.

Parents, guardians and carers can apply for a voucher for each school-enrolled child in their care aged 4.5 to 18 years.

The voucher is valued at $50 and:

  • can be put towards the cost of sport and active recreation with registered Active Kids providers
  • must be redeemed before the expiry date on the voucher.

The voucher may be used with a registered activity provider for registration, participation and membership costs for sport, fitness and active recreation activities.

Click  here  to find out more and apply for your Active Kids Voucher

How do I complete the Registration process?

There are 2 steps that need to be completed in order to join as a member of Parramatta Memorial Swim Club

Step 1

Payment 1 to Swimming NSW

To become a member of Parramatta Memorial Swimming Club you will need to purchase a membership product with Parramatta Memorial Swimming Club in Swim Central.

Click for access to Swim Central here

Existing Members

Log into your account

New Members

Create an account

Purchasing a Membership in Swim Central

Click here for a Purchasing Membership guidance sheet

Tip: Make sure you search for Parramatta Memorial Swimming Club

Using an Active Kids Voucher?

Follow the guidance available at How to Purchase a Membership using a Government Voucher (Active Kids Voucher)

Step 2

Payment 2 to Parramatta Memorial Club Membership

You will receive an email with payment details for direct debit or cheque options

Thank you for paying PMSC Club Membership fees promptly

Your Club membership fees go towards:

  • supplying trophies at the end of the season
  • Life saving courses and certificates
  • upgrading and renewing timing, safety and Life saving equipment
  • Austswim courses and updates for our volunteers

2023-2024 SWIMMING NSW MEMBERSHIP BROCHURE