Welcome to Omanu Swim Club - Your Friendly Community Swim Hub
Welcome to Omanu Swim Club, located in the stunning Mount Maunganui!
Our mission is to inspire a lifelong love of swimming in a warm, supportive, and community-driven environment. Surrounded by water, we aim to help swimmers of all ages and abilities enjoy the sport while developing essential water safety skills.
At Omanu Swim Club, swimming is more than a sport – it’s a life skill. Whether you're here to stay fit, build confidence in the water, or pursue competitive goals, we’re proud to offer a welcoming space for everyone, from children aged 7 or 8 to advanced athletes.
Junior Programme
- Dolphin and Development squads (participants are generally 8-11yo)
Senior Programme
- Bronze, Silver, and Gold Squads (generally 12 - 18yo)
Platinum Squad
- Reserved for our members competing at National or International levels in their chosen sport.
Adult Levels
- Novice, Bronze, Silver, and Gold Squads (18+)
(Use the Squads drop down menu for more information on our programmes)
Why Join Omanu Swim Club?
- A Skill for Life: Swimming is an essential life skill. Our members swim for many reasons: to stay safe, stay healthy, and achieve their personal or competitive goals.
- Year-Round Training: We run programs throughout the year for all skill levels, from kids just starting out to adults wanting to keep moving, and athletes aiming for top podium spots.
- Friendly, Inclusive Environment: Our club is known for its supportive and friendly atmosphere. It's a place where swimmers come back not just for the sport, but for the community.
Our Programmes
We offer a range of programmes designed to improve fitness, develop sound swimming techniques and bring like minded people together. We cater to swimmers of all ages over 7 or 8 years old.
Junior Programme
- Dolphin and Development squads (participants are generally 8-11yo)
Senior Programme
- Bronze, Silver and Gold Squads (generally 12 - 18yo)
Platinum Squad
- Reserved for our members competing at National or International levels.
Adult Levels
- Novice, Bronze, Silver and Gold Squads (18+)
Coaching Philosophy: "Swimming for Life"
Our coaching philosophy is simple: Swimming for Life. We believe in developing healthy, technically sound swimmers in a fun, friendly environment, encouraging a lifelong passion for the sport. Through swimming, our members not only gain fitness and confidence but may also be equipped to save a life—or even their own.
Seasonal Structure
Omanu Swim Club operates across two seasons:
- Summer Season: October – April
- Winter Season: April – October
We train at the Mount Maunganui College pool a heated (29 degrees) outdoor facility that offers a relaxed and community-focused swimming experience.
Interested in Joining?
We’d love to have you as part of our community! If you're interested in joining or trying a session, please email us at info@omanuswimclub.co.nz. We’ll be happy to answer any questions and arrange a trial session to see if Omanu Swim Club is the right fit for you.
