Terms and events
2023 Term dates
NSW
Term 1
Commences 28 January
Last class 2 April
Term 1 Events
19 February 2023
Term 2
Commences 27 April
Last class 25 June
Term 2 Events
Mid Year certificate presentations
Term 3
Commences 22 July
Last class 21 September
Term 3 Events
Term 4
Commences 14 October
Last class 14 December
Term 4 Events
Rainbow Squads Carnival – 10 December
End of year certificate presentation
QLD
Term 1
Commences 28 January
Last class 26 March
Term 1 Events
Term 2
Commences 22 April
Last class 18 June
Term 2 Events
Mid Year certificate presentations
Term 3
Commences 15 July
Last class 10 September
Term 3 Events
Term 4
Commences 7 October
Last class 3 December
Term 4 Events
End of year certificate presentation
A Rainbow Club term is generally a nine (9) week term which begins on Week 1 of the school term calendar. The weekly classes are 30 minutes in duration. Each Rainbow Club has allocated times for classes. To check what these are See our Locations
Participate in our events
Rainbow Club is more than a network of social swimming clubs for children with a disability. Every clas we bring together families, dedicated qualified teachers, and volunteers to create a safe, fun community for children with a disability to participate in a social and recreational activity. Rainbow Club encourages children with a disability to build their personal confidence and safely develop their independence.
Rainbow Club’s events build on this community atmosphere and showcase children with a disability participating in extraordinary events – swimming in the Malabar Magic Ocean Swim or representing their own Rainbow Club by competing at the Family Carnival. Our volunteers and swim teachers create a welcoming and safe environment for all our members and supporters to enjoy.
For our swim teachers and potential new teachers, Rainbow Club provides professional development training and opportunities to connect with other Clubs and teachers.
See you soon at a Rainbow Club event!
Rainbow Club events
Malabar Magic
The Murray Rose Malabar Magic Ocean Swim is held at Sydney’s sheltered Malabar Beach in February each year. Hosted by Rainbow Club the annual Malabar Magic is a featured event on the Ocean Swims calendar.
Family Carnival
The Family Carnival is where Rainbow Clubs meet, compete, have fun, and celebrate. Each year, Rainbow Club hosts this fun, family-friendly and inclusive event for members, siblings, teachers and friends.
Rainbow Connect
Rainbow Connect is a unique opportunity to meet with other Rainbow Clubs. This annual, one-day event is for members, staff, committees, and teachers to come together and connect, share, and learn.
Christmas in July
Our special event fundraising evening with dinner and entertainment. Held at the St George Leagues Club, join us at this relaxed and fun festive event, and help raise funds for Rainbow Club.
Aqua Awards
Every second year, Rainbow Club announces the prestigious Aqua Awards, recognising and honouring outstanding people and their wonderful achievements.
Train to Teach
This two-day intensive training and safety program is available for family and friends of Club members or teachers. Train to Teach and become a Rainbow Club swim teacher.
See our calendar
Our calendar features exciting swim, training, and social events for the whole Rainbow Club community. Check out our calendar and add events to your personal calendar!
Locations
Acacia Ridge (QLD), Armidale, Auburn, Batemans Bay, Bexley, Bondi, Campbelltown, Caringbah (Active Moves), Castle Hill, Cherrybrook, Cronulla/Miranda, Denistone East, Five Dock, Forster, Freshwater, Glenmore Park, Gregory Hills, Hurstville, Kurri Kurri, Lane Cove, Lane Cove West, Lithgow, Maroubra, Mt Annan, Mt Pritchard, Muswellbrook, Narellan, Newcastle City, Newcastle City (Active Moves), Newington/Stanmore, North Lakes (QLD), Norwest, Orange, Penrith, Revesby, Sans Souci, Seven Hills, Seven Hills North, Southern Highlands, Springwood, Sutherland, Taree, The Ponds, Toronto, Tuggerah, Ulladulla, Valentine, Wahroonga, Warriewood, Warringah, Wollongong. See details