About GSC
The Geelong Swimming Club (GSC) welcomes swimmers of all ages and abilities, from learn-to-swim through to national and international competition. Our aim is to promote the sport of swimming, create opportunities, and foster excellence – all while having fun.
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We are proud to be recognised as Victorian Country Champions for four consecutive years. Our swimmers consistently achieve at the highest levels, with the Club regularly ranking among the top six at the Victorian State Age Championships and the top 25 at the Australian Age Championships.
These results reflect the dedication and hard work of our athletes, coaches, parents, and volunteers. We are also grateful for the support of our partners and sponsors, whose commitment strengthens our community.
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Our program provides a lifelong swimming journey: from learn-to-swim and competitive pathways, through to masters swimming.
We are especially proud of our highly successful Multiclass program, which supports athletes with disabilities to progress from their first lessons to competing at national and international levels.
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Our Values
We are committed to a set of personal, team and club values and the principles that underpin them. These values guide our decisions and actions, and shape who we are.
Above all, we take pride in fostering a love of swimming for life, supporting every swimmer—regardless of background or ability—across Geelong and southern Victoria.
Club History
The Geelong Swimming Club has a long and proud history, forming on 7 December 1882. The club was created via the merging of Geelong, Meredith, Geelong Western, Parkside and St Helens Swimming Clubs. The original name of the club was Geelong Western Swimming Club.
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Women were first allowed into the club in 1929, however decided to form their own club – the Geelong Western Ladies Swimming Club. In 1959 they returned, but retained their own identity within the club and even had their own committee. The club amalgamated in May 1966.
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In 1970, the club officially changed its name to the Geelong Swimming Club and established its headquarters at the Geelong & District Memorial Swimming Centre (Kardinia Aquatic Centre), where it remains. In 1984, the club become an incorporated body – The Geelong Swimming Club Inc.
Life Members of the Geelong Swimming Club have been a member of the club for a minimum of seven years and have contributed to the club beyond expectations. Applications for Life Memberships must be received by the Club Secretary each year and must be submitted to the committee for approval.
GSC Life Members
Bill Willmott (d), Mrs Blair, Ron Doak (d), Mrs Clarke, Max Parker (d), Jack Doak (d), Diana Strahan, Norman Bond (d), Robert Bond (d), Michael Caroll, Lloyd Batten (d), Peter Doak, Billie (Gwendoline Marion) Batten (d), Edna Touzel (d), Eunice Beswick (d), Harry Beswick (SNO), Patricia Bond (d), Pam Firth (d), Peter McNeil, Robert Goodwin, Michael Hand, Darren Steere, Jan McNeil, Bob Kelly, L Touzel (d), Marilyn McLaren (Ford), Judy Karutz, Michael Carrol, Amber Karutz, Liz Watson, Fiona Skinner (d), Vicki Kelly, John Beckworth, Megan Hussain, Tony Strahan, Lucky Weerakkody, Sadat Hussain, Libby Mitchell, Phoebe Mitchell, Glenn Benson, Karen Briscoe and Kylie Sanderson.
Our Club Partners
At Geelong Swimming Club, we recognise that our success is built not just in the pool, but in partnership. We are fortunate to be supported by businesses who share our passion for excellence, inclusion, and opportunity. We’re truly grateful for their commitment to our club, our athletes, and our community.
Club Chant
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G – E – E – L – O – N – G WE’RE GREAT
G – E – E – L – O – N – G WE’RE GREAT
G – E – E – L – O – N – G WE’RE GREAT
G – E – E – L – O – N – G WE’RE GREAT
G – E – E – L – O – N – G WE’RE GREAT
WHOOOOOOOOOOW
THUNDER THUNDER (clap) THUNDERATION
WE’RE THE BEST TEAM (clap) IN THE NATION
WHEN WE SWIM WITH (clap) DETERMINATION
WE CREATE A (clap) SENSATION
G – E – E – L – O – N – G
WHAT DOES IT SPELL
GEELONG (clap clap clap)
GEELONG (clap clap clap)
GEELONG (clap clap clap)
WHOOOOOOOOOOW
Policies
Our current club Policies are available via Team App and will be made available on this new website very soon.
For Swimming Victoria (SV) policies please click below. Should you require any assistance accessing policies please contact info@geelongsc.org.au