Doug Ellis Swimming Pool

Great facilities and good pricing. A complementary parking permit was included with my membership which was appreciated. I went to a term of Learn to Swim lessons as a non-student community member and the staff were all extremely lovely. My swim teacher in particular, Angelique was excellent, providing engaging, easy to follow lessons and clear feedback. 10/10 Angelique best swim teacher OCE

We were recommended Doug Ellis by a friend when we were looking for swimming lessons for our 3 y.o and we’re so glad we joined. We’ve been really impressed with both the staff and the facilities. The classes are small, the instructors are super attentive they make sure they learn kids (and parents names!) Both my husband and I come to the swimming lessons and the lifeguards ensure that they know the parents who are in the water and which ones are watching. Especially with young children this is a great way to ensure kids are kept safe. Even when we have had fill in instructors the quality of teaching and care has stayed high. I was a bit skeptical about the membership model at first, but it’s actually been a huge benefit. While one of us is in the water with our child, the other can swim laps, and afterwards there’s plenty of space for kids swim / play. The multiple parent/private shower and toilet facilities also make getting changed afterwards so much easier with little ones. It’s disappointing to read some of the more negative reviews, because our experience has been nothing but positive. Doug Ellis has been wonderful for our family.

We’ve been attending swimming lessons here for three years now and have consistently had a great experience. The lessons are well run, and the instructors and lifeguards are always friendly, helpful, and professional. We already miss Alex who has left, we still highly recommend Doug Ellis Swimming Pools for kiddies swimming lessons.

I started swimming a year or two ago at Doug Elis. The pool is clean and well maintained and the staff are lovely to chat to. The environment is very safe for both children and women. I love the nature of the swimming pool and the friendly and warm atmosphere. I often enjoy sitting here and reading a novel or watching people swim laps.

They have a women-only swimming session every Saturday from 6:30 to 8:00. There are three pools, including one with adjustable depth. Monash even has an underwater hockey club and offers free weekly swimming lessons for students. They also provide special equipment for students with disabilities, very cool!