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May and June 2025 Newsletter

King's Birthday Public Holiday Notice

MUSAC will observe the King’s Birthday Public Holiday and close on Monday 9th June 2025. No programs or classes will run on this day.

MUSAC will re-open and return to regular operations at 5:30am on Tuesday 10th June 2025.

We wish all our members a safe and happy long weekend.

Reform and Ride

Reform & Ride is landing at MUSAC on the weekend of May 10 and 11 — a two-day event that’s all about discovering something new and re-energising your routine.

We’re inviting everyone — members, non-members, first-timers, and long-time fans to join us for a weekend of movement that’s short, sharp, seriously fun and FREE for everyone.

With 30-minute taster sessions in Reformer Pilates, RPM, and Cycle, it’s a chance to explore new formats in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

These express sessions are designed to give you just enough of a feel for each class without the full commitment. Reformer Pilates will focus on controlled movement, flexibility, and core strength, while RPM and Cycle deliver a cardio hit through rhythm-based rides and freestyle endurance challenges.

It’s a great way to sample something different — and even better when shared. We’re encouraging members to bring a friend along for the ride. Whether they’re completely new to the gym or just haven’t tried these formats before, it’s the perfect opportunity to get moving together.

A modified timetable will be in place over the weekend to accommodate the event. Come along, bring a mate, and experience why this is definitely not your normal R&R.

Quarter 1 Member Draw Winners

Congratulations to our Q1 Member Draw winners; Greg, Alejandra and Emily.

Each of them took home a bundle of Easter goodies to share with friends and family. Thanks for being part of the MUSAC community!

Our Q2 draw is already underway — all you need is 12 visits this quarter to automatically be in the running. Keep showing up, keep moving, and you could be our next winner.

July School Holiday Programs

Bookings for our 2025 July School Holiday Programs go live on Tuesday 10th June.

With limited spaces in our school holiday programs, book in early to avoid missing out.

Both Learn to Swim and Gymnastics Holiday Programs will be running from Monday 7th July to Friday 11th July and Monday 14th July to Friday 18th July.

For more information, visit our School Holiday Programs page.

Vote for MUSAC in the AUSactive People's Choice Awards

We are thrilled to announce that the Macquarie University Sport and Aquatic Centre has been nominated for the prestigious AUSactive People’s Choice Award - Large Business! This nomination is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and our dedication to serving the community through outstanding achievements in the physical activity industry.

As a valued member of our centre, your support has been instrumental in our journey to this point. Your enthusiasm, participation, and feedback have not only shaped our services but have also fueled our passion for creating a vibrant and inclusive environment for all to enjoy.

Now, we need your help! Here’s how you can contribute to our victory:

  1. Vote for Us: Cast your vote for the Macquarie University Sport and Aquatic Centre by visiting the AUSactive Voting page.Every vote brings us closer to achieving this incredible honour.
  2. Spread the Word: Share the news with friends, family, and fellow fitness enthusiasts. Encourage them to support our centre by voting and recognising the positive impact we’ve made in the community.
  3. Celebrate with Us: Join us in celebrating this nomination and the collective efforts that have brought us here. Let’s continue to foster a culture of health and fitness that we can all be proud of.

Voting is open until June 16th, 2025, and every single vote counts. Together, we can make a difference and showcase the exceptional work done here at the Macquarie University Sport and Aquatic Centre.

Thank you for being a part of our story. Let’s make history together!

Semester 2 Social Sport Competitions - Opening Soon!

Get ready, Registration for Semester 2 competitions is just around the corner.

Whether you're returning or thinking about joining for the first time, now’s the time to start rallying your team.

Stay tuned — more details coming soon!

Join our Lean to Swim Team: Now Hiring for Instructor Positions (Infant and Preschool)

Macquarie University Sport and Aquatic Centre is on the lookout for energetic and committed Learn to Swim Instructors to deliver engaging lessons for infants and preschool-aged children.

This is a great opportunity to be part of a supportive team while helping young swimmers develop confidence and key water safety skills in a fun, encouraging environment.

To be eligible, you’ll need:

  • Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety qualification
  • Teacher of Infant and Preschool Aquatics (essential)
  • First Aid Certificate with current CPR
  • Experience working with young children
  • Sunday morning availability

If you're passionate about teaching and love working with kids, we’d love to hear from you. 
Applications close Wednesday 22 May. Apply here now.

MUSAC Wins Excellence in Access and Inclusion at the 2025 Aquas Awards

Macquarie University Sport and Aquatic Centre (MUSAC) has been recognised with the Excellence in Access and Inclusion Award at the Royal Life Saving – The Aquas Awards 2025.

This award celebrates our commitment to ensuring everyone feels welcome, safe and supported at our centre, and reflects the hard work of our entire team in creating inclusive spaces for the community.

Hosted by Royal Life Saving NSW, the awards also marked 130 years of lifesaving leadership and water safety across Australia.

We’re proud to also have been named finalists in two additional categories:

  • Aquatic Facility of the Year
  • Excellence in Cultural Diversity

A special congratulations goes to our outstanding staff finalists:

  • Harrison Dockary, finalist for Pool Lifeguard of the Year
  • Sunny Fung, finalist for Industry Leader of the Year

Thank you to our community for your continued support. We’re excited to keep building a space where everyone can thrive.

Recreational Gym Assessments  Fast Approaching

It’s that time of term — Rec Gym Assessment Days are just around the corner, and we’re excited to see the amazing progress our gymnasts have made!

Assessments will take place during your usual class time, so there’s no need to change your schedule. If you’re unsure about anything, your instructor is the best person to ask — they’re here to support you every step of the way.

Assessment Dates by Group:

  • Air (Pink & Purple): May 5–11
  • Fire (Red & Yellow): May 12–25
  • Water (White & Blue): May 26–June 8
  • All Levels: June 16–29

We can’t wait to see you in action.

Swim It Forward at MUSAC

Macquarie University Sport and Aquatic Centre (MUSAC) is joining forces with Swim Australia in 2025 to support Swim it Forward, an initiative aimed at helping more Australian children access life-saving swimming lessons.

Each year, an average of ten children aged 5 to 14 drown in preventable incidents, according to a 10-year review by Royal Life Saving Australia. The program aims to address this by providing financial assistance to families who would otherwise be unable to afford swimming lessons.

For $25, donors can fund a single lesson for a child, offering a critical first step toward water confidence and safety.

One family who knows the value of this support is Brittany’s. In late 2024, the mother of two received funding from Swim it Forward to enrol her children at MUSAC.

“Thanks to Swim it Forward, my children are building vital skills in water familiarity, breathing and water safety,” she said. “Their confidence has been blossoming with the gentle patience of their instructors.”

Swim it Forward seeks to close the gap between those who can access water safety education and those who can’t. With MUSAC’s involvement, more children in the local community will now have that opportunity.

To support the initiative, visit the MUSAC Swim it Forward page and donate today.

2025 Swimming Nationals Championships Wrap Up

Congratulations to all our swimmers on their outstanding efforts at Chandler in Brisbane over April 10th-18th and April 21st- 24th at the Australian Age and MC Age Championships and Australian Open Championships!

Our team achieved an impressive 93.5% PB rate with a total of 29 Personal Bests.

A special shoutout to one of our swimmers who won bronze in the final of the men’s 50 Breaststroke Multi-Class. This swimmer achieved PBs in all events and made finals every night at the Australian Open Championships. They also qualified for the Swimming Australia World Championships Trials in Adelaide this June, with the World Championships set to be held in Singapore from July 11th - August 3rd.

Another swimmer made the night-time age final in the Men's 50 Breaststroke, finishing 14th overall in Australia.

We eagerly anticipate the 2026 Age and Open Nationals on the Gold Coast, where we expect more inspirational performances from our team members.

Well done to the 9 Macquarie University Swimming Club’s team members on representing Macquarie Uni Swim Club with distinction!

For more information on Macquarie University Sport and Aquatic Centre’s competitive squad training, please visit the Swim Squad Page - and MQ Sport, to become a part of our elite swimming squad.

UniSport Nationals Trials

Throughout May, Macquarie University Sport will be running trials for the upcoming UniSport Nationals. These trials give our student athletes the opportunity to represent Macquarie on a national level.

As a result, you may notice limited availability in the Sports Hall and Rec Hall, and increased traffic in the centre, particularly between 6:00am and 9:00am.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we support this important part of university sport.

If you're a current Macquarie student and want to learn more about UniSport Nationals or get involved, now is the time:

If you're a current Macquarie student and want to get involved, here’s how: