Our supervision policy

Modified on Wed, 15 May, 2024 at 5:02 PM

There are some differences in our supervision policy between States where we operate

We are here to keep you safe

In addition to following our supervision policy and our terms and conditions, we ask that you follow the reasonable directions of staff members while at our facilities.


Distractions are dangerous Minimise your use of mobile phones and other distractions.	Parents/guardians must be over 16 Children must be supervised by a parent/guardian over 16 years old.	Lifeguards are not babysitters You are responsible for your children

Supervision policy summary

New South Wales and Queensland

You can find our full supervision statement for NSW and QLD here: https://bluefitswimming.com.au/supervision-nsw/

	0-5 Years old (and non-swimmers)	Children aged 0 to 5 years and non-swimmers – must be within arms' reach of a parent or guardian and wear a yellow wristband This means that if your child is entering the water, the parent or supervisor must be within arm’s reach – meaning you need to be in the water with your child. The supervision ratio is 1 Adult : 2 Children.
	6-10 Years old	Children aged 6 to 10 years – must be closely and actively supervised by a parent or guardian. This means parents and guardians must be prepared to enter the water, remain close to their child at all times, maintain constant visual contact and remain distraction-free.
	11-15 Years old	Children aged 11 to 15 years – always keep an eye on your child regardless of the activity they may be doing. This means whether your child is engaged in swimming lessons, playing on the pool inflatable, or recreational swimming, you should always maintain visual contact to ensure they do not get into trouble in the water. The parent or guardian must maintain visual contact and remain distraction-free.
	16+ Years old	Children aged 16+ years – may enter the aquatic facility unsupervised.

Victoria, Western Australia and South Australia

You can find our full supervision statement for VIC, WA and SA here: https://bluefitswimming.com.au/supervision-vic/

	0-5 Years old (and non-swimmers)	Children aged 0 to 5 years and non-swimmers – must be within arms' reach of a parent or guardian and wear a yellow wristband This means that if your child is entering the water, the parent or supervisor must be within arm’s reach – meaning you need to be in the water with your child. The supervision ratio is 1 Adult : 2 Children.
	6-10 Years old	Children aged 6 to 10 years – must be closely and actively supervised by a parent or guardian. This means parents and guardians must be prepared to enter the water, remain close to their child at all times, maintain constant visual contact and remain distraction-free.
	11-12 Years old	Children aged 11 to 12 years – always keep an eye on your child regardless of the activity they may be doing. This means whether your child is engaged in swimming lessons, playing on the pool inflatable, or recreational swimming, you should always maintain visual contact to ensure they do not get into trouble in the water. The parent or guardian must maintain visual contact and remain distraction-free.
	13+ Years old	Children aged 13+ years – may enter the aquatic facility unsupervised.

If you have any questions, you can contact your centre directly or the BlueFit support line on 1300 252 583 for assistance.

Alternatively, you can submit a support ticket here on Freshdesk, by clicking 'New Support Ticket', and we will get back to you as soon as possible.