HOW TO JOIN GSSC

Ready to become part of GSSC?

Once you’ve completed a Come & Try and we’ve confirmed that GSSC is the right fit, we’ll help you get everything in place for regular training and Club membership.

There are a few steps beyond simply purchasing a membership. We’ll guide you through them.

GETTING SET UP

1. CONFIRM YOUR TRAINING

We’ll confirm your swimmer’s current development level and the training sessions most appropriate for them.

We’ll also explain any training expectations that apply at their level, including recommended attendance and competition opportunities.

2. REGISTER THROUGH SWIM CENTRAL

All GSSC swimmers must hold the appropriate membership through Swim Central.

For swimmers under 18, the required parent or guardian membership must also be completed.

We have a step-by-step guide to help you through the registration process.

SWIM CENTRAL REGISTRATION GUIDE

OPEN SWIM CENTRAL

3. ARRANGE YOUR CLUB TRAINING FEES

GSSC training fees are paid directly to the Club, separately from Swim Central membership and pool entry.

We’ll confirm the applicable fee and arrange a payment option that works for your family. Eligible children can use a South Australian Sports Voucher towards GSSC training fees.

VIEW MEMBERSHIP & FEES

SPORTS VOUCHER INFORMATION

4. KNOW WHAT COMES WITH MEMBERSHIP

Being part of GSSC comes with rights and responsibilities for swimmers and families.

Before joining, members should understand the standards that support a safe, positive and well-run Club, including:

  • GSSC Constitution and By-Laws

  • Code of Conduct

  • Safe Sport and child safety requirements

  • training and attendance expectations

  • competition and team expectations

  • reasonable volunteer responsibilities associated with Club activities.

Members are asked to acknowledge these requirements as part of the GSSC joining process.

VIEW CLUB POLICIES & GOVERNANCE

5. COMPLETE ANY CLUB REQUIREMENTS

Depending on the swimmer and how your family participates in the Club, we may also need:

  • Sports Voucher details

  • relevant consent or acknowledgement forms

  • Working with Children Check details where required for a role or Club activity

  • information required for volunteering, Team Manager or other Club roles.

6. GET READY TO TRAIN

Before regular training starts, we’ll make sure you know:

  • WHEN TO TRAIN
    Your swimmer’s appropriate sessions and expected training frequency.

  • WHAT TO BRING
    The equipment required for their level, including fins, kickboard and pull buoy for regular training.

  • POOL ACCESS
    How entry to the Fleurieu Aquatic Centre works and any relevant arrangements for Strathalbyn sessions.

  • HOW WE COMMUNICATE
    Where to find training changes, competition information, Club updates and important notices.

  • WHO TO ASK
    Who to contact about coaching, membership, competitions or general Club matters.

EXPLORE TRAINING AT GSSC

ONCE YOU’RE A MEMBER

Joining GSSC means becoming part of a community sporting club, not simply enrolling in a training program.

Swimmers are encouraged to train consistently, engage positively with their coaches, support their teammates and take part in competition appropriate to their stage of development.

Families play an important role too - supporting swimmers, helping at competitions and Club activities, and contributing to the volunteer effort that makes community swimming possible.

EXPLORE CLUB LIFE

NEED A HAND?

You don’t need to work through everything on your own.

If you’re unsure about membership, training, fees, Sports Vouchers, Swim Central or any of the joining requirements, get in touch and we’ll point you in the right direction.

CONTACT GSSC