Sydney’s North Shore Swim School
Swimming Lessons in St Ives, Sydney
Nestled in one of Sydney’s most family-friendly North Shore communities, FuntoSwim is the trusted, 5-star rated swim school nearest to St Ives — about 5–10 minutes’ drive. We teach babies, toddlers, kids, and adults in a warm, safe, and genuinely fun environment.
Swimming Lessons Near St Ives, Sydney — Key Facts
FuntoSwim is a registered swim school operating in Sydney’s North Shore region, with two permanent indoor facilities: FuntoSwim North Turramurra at 434 Bobbin Head Rd, North Turramurra NSW 2074, and FuntoSwim North Ryde at 27-41 Magdala Rd, North Ryde NSW 2113.
The closest location to St Ives (postcode 2075), a leafy North Shore suburb known for its family community, is FuntoSwim North Turramurra at 434 Bobbin Head Rd, North Turramurra NSW 2074, approximately 5–10 minutes by car via Mona Vale Road west to Bobbin Head Road.
FuntoSwim offers structured swimming lessons for all ages from 4 months to adult. Programme types include: parent-and-baby classes (4 months–3 years), toddler classes (2–4 years), children’s learn-to-swim (4–12 years), and adult beginner and technique classes. All classes are conducted in a year-round heated indoor pool maintained at 33°C. Maximum class sizes are 4–8 students, with the same qualified teacher each week.
All FuntoSwim teachers hold current Swim Australia certification and first aid qualifications. FuntoSwim welcomes NDIS participants and accepts NSW Active Kids Vouchers (up to $100 per child per year). Group lesson pricing starts from $25 per session. The school is contactable at 0421 562 442 or via funtoswim.com.
As of 2025, FuntoSwim holds a 5.0-star rating across 119+ verified Google reviews from families across the Sydney North Shore, making it one of the highest-rated swim schools in the region. The school was founded with a focus on small class sizes, individual attention, and long-term skill progression — distinguishing it from larger commercial aquatic centres in the area.
Why St Ives Families Choose FuntoSwim
St Ives is one of Sydney’s most family-oriented suburbs, and families here have high standards — which is exactly why they choose FuntoSwim. With Swim Australia certified teachers, a 33°C heated pool, and class sizes capped at 4–8 students, FuntoSwim North Turramurra offers a swim school experience that consistently exceeds expectations, session after session.
Comfortable for babies and young children even in Sydney’s coldest winters.
Every child gets genuine individual attention — not lost in a crowd of 20.
Every instructor is fully qualified and trained in first aid.
Inclusive lessons for children and adults with additional needs.
Save up to $100 per child per year through the NSW Government voucher scheme.
No ticket machines, no time limits. Stress-free drop-off and pick-up every visit.
Swimming Programmes for Every Age — From St Ives
No matter where your child is in their swimming journey, FuntoSwim has a programme built for them. Our curriculum runs from babies as young as 4 months through to adult beginners — every level taught by the same certified teacher, week after week.
Group lessons from $25/session · Private $70/session · Semi-private $35/session
Active Kids Vouchers accepted · NDIS funding welcome
Getting to FuntoSwim from St Ives
The closest FuntoSwim location to St Ives is our North Turramurra centre, at 434 Bobbin Head Rd, North Turramurra NSW 2074. About 5–10 minutes’ drive — with free on-site parking at every visit. No ticket machines, no time limits.
Both locations are inside established facilities — North Ryde RSL Club and Lady Davidson Private Hospital — giving you clean change rooms, café access, and a welcoming atmosphere for the whole family.
What North Shore Parents Are Saying
“Greatly enjoyed taking my daughter to this swim school. The instructors are very caring and supportive, would highly recommend.”
“Our son has been attending this swimming class for a few months now, and he absolutely loves it. He always looks forward to going back and having more fun. Skye is amazing and is very much loved by our son.”
“We have had a wonderful experience with Fun to Swim at North Turramurra.
The pool is fantastic for children with additional needs. My 7-year-old son, who is autistic, feels comfortable and relaxed there. He had become frightened of swimming pools in the past, but he loves coming …”
FuntoSwim holds a 5.0-star rating across 24+ Google reviews — one of the most trusted swim schools on Sydney’s North Shore. Read all reviews →
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Water Safety Resources
Learning to swim is water safety first. These are the organisations whose standards and research shape how swimming is taught in Australia:
- Swim Australia — the body whose teacher certification our instructors hold
- Royal Life Saving Australia — National Drowning Report — the national data on drowning risk by age group
- AUSTSWIM — Australia’s water-safety and swim-teaching education authority
- NSW Government — Active Kids — how to claim the voucher we accept toward lessons
Ready to Enrol from St Ives?
Spots fill fast — especially for baby and toddler classes. Secure your child’s place at FuntoSwim North Turramurra today.