Don’t Hit Pause on Safety 

Drownings Still Happen in Winter 

It’s easy to think drowning only happens in summer, but unfortunately that’s not true. Winter brings its own set of risks, and when kids stop swimming, their water skills fade fast. 

That’s why Winter is one of the most important times to keep children in lessons. 

The Stats Say It All 

Australia saw 357 drowning deaths in 2024–2025, our highest on record. And those tragedies? They weren’t limited to sunny days or beach outings. 

Drownings in Winter happen: 

  • On family holidays 
  • Near rivers or creeks after rain 
  • At indoor pools 
  • In bath tubs 
  • In backyard environments 

Cold weather doesn’t stop accidents only strong, practiced skills do. 

Winter Breaks Create Big Skill Gaps 

When kids stop swimming: 

  • Confidence drops 
  • Floating and treading-water ability weakens 
  • They forget safety responses 
  • Stamina and technique regress 

These gaps are a big reason why: 

  • 48% of Year 6 kids can’t meet basic watersafety benchmarks, and 
  • 45% of children have poor or average floating ability 

Keeping lessons going means your child doesn’t become part of that statistic. 

Consistency Keeps Kids Safe 

Regular Winter swimming helps kids: 

✔ Retain and strengthen lifesaving skills 
✔ Stay calm in unexpected water situations 
✔ Build safety instincts that last a lifetime 
✔ Keep progressing instead of falling behind 

Winter swimmers become stronger, safer swimmers, full stop! 

Warm Pools. Friendly Teachers. Safe Kids. 

JUMP! Swim Schools make Winter swimming easy and enjoyable: 

  • Warm indoor pools 
  • Small, personalised classes 
  • Familiar faces your child trusts 
  • Fun learning every week 

Your kids won’t even notice it’s cold outside but you’ll notice the progress. 

Don’t Hit Pause on Safety 

The risks don’t disappear in winter. But with continued lessons, your child’s confidence, skills and safety will stay strong all year. 

👉 Drownings still happen in Winter but strong swimmers are safer swimmers. Enrolling your kids in our swimming program will ensure they’re water safe all year round.  
Get in touch with your local JUMP! Swim school today, to get started!