How To Lower Swim School Setup Costs
As construction and energy costs continue to rise, building a cost effective, future ready aquatic facility has become a growing challenge for swim schools and sports centres. But one Melbourne based facility has demonstrated how smart planning and scalable technology can streamline setup and operations without compromising on quality.
Swim4Life’s new swim school in Tarneit is a case in point. Faced with the need to build a modern aquatic space while managing costs, the team turned to Commercial Pool Systems to create a facility that could evolve alongside growing demand.
Commercial Pool Systems, known for their customised aquatic solutions, designed a complete plant room layout that addressed Swim4Life’s key requirements: low upfront investment and the flexibility to expand capacity over time. The system included energy efficient pumps, filters, and rooftop heat pumps tailored to suit the facility’s footprint and operating goals.
A standout feature of the build was the inclusion of the Synergy LTS AOP UV system, supplied by Waterlink Equipment. This advanced water treatment technology combines UV and ozone oxidation, offering superior water quality and improved indoor air conditions, critical for any indoor aquatic environment. Crucially, it also supports modular upgrades, allowing the system’s capacity to grow in line with the facility’s bather load.
“Installing a system that does not require a complete overhaul when expanding operations was essential,” said Managing Director Craig O’Neill. “It gave our client peace of mind knowing they can scale as they grow.”
Waterlink Equipment’s product range includes commercial grade water treatment and monitoring systems, chemical dosing solutions, and support products designed for reliability and ease of maintenance, making them a fitting partner for scalable aquatic infrastructure.
This project highlights how innovative planning and collaborative expertise can create flexible aquatic facilities suited to the evolving needs of community-based swim schools.