2021-2022 Membership Fees
We at Swimming NSW are proud to present our 2021-2022 membership options, carefully designed to better align with the ever-changing needs of families in our modern society. Below you will find a range of different products suited to our vast range of members including parents, coaches, Technical Officials, Learn to Swim participants, those that may only wish to swim at a club level, and competitive swimmers.
Members can upgrade their membership at any time throughout the season and only pay the difference in cost between a membership with greater benefits and their current membership.
Dry/Supporter - $22.50
Perfect for fans, coaches, volunteers, Technical Officials, parents and supporters who wish to enjoy some of the benefits that Swimming NSW have to offer, without having to dive into the pool.
BENEFITS
- Be part of NSW’s growing swimming community and enjoy the social benefits of club activities such as BBQs and fundraisers
- Access to the exclusive online members area Swim Central
- Stay up to date with all things swimming with access to Swimming NSW newsletters and communication
- Free access to SwimTV event livestreaming for selected events
- Opportunity to become accredited as a Swimming NSW and Swimming Australia Technical Official under the National Officiating Scheme
- Opportunity to vote in your club’s AGM and have a say in how your club is run
- Insurance Cover (not in the pool)
Recreational Swimmer - $44
Ideal for those who want a lighter experience, such as Learn to Swim or recreational squad members, and those who only want to train with their club.
BENEFITS
- Receive all the benefits of the Supporter Membership PLUS…
- Train with your club
- Race at 4x Club Night events throughout the year
- Insurance cover for training only (Injury Insurance Cover and protection by the Swimming Australia Safe Sport Framework)
- Exclusive partner discounts (Speedo - 10% discount at SNSW Swim Shop, Courtyard by Marriott North Ryde, Swimming NSW Online Shop, Precision Athletica)
- Free entry to a Swim League Gala Day near you
- Free spectator entry to State Open and Sydney Open events to watch Australia’s best compete
- Access to exclusive monthly SNSW Swim Shop offers
Club Swimmer - $62
Perfect for swimmers who only want to compete at their own club in Club Nights and meets and are not ready to swim at inter-club, area or state meets as yet.
BENEFITS
- Receive all the benefits of the Supporter Membership PLUS…
- Race at all your home club’s Club Nights and meets
- Insurance cover for training AND racing (Injury Insurance Cover and protection by the Swimming Australia Safe Sport Framework)
- Eligible for the Bio Island Australian Junior Excellence Program
Full Swimmer - $76
Essential for club members who wish to compete at meets state-wide and nationally, as well as have access to greater member benefits.
BENEFITS
- Receive all the benefits of the Club Swimmer Membership PLUS…
- Train and race with your club at all club, regional, state and national meets
- Insurance cover for training AND racing (Comprehensive Injury Insurance Cover and protection by the Swimming Australia Safe Sport Framework)
- Eligible to represent and earn points for your club at Area, Metropolitan, Country and State Championships
- Eligible to earn a place on a NSW Pathway Squad
Life Member - FREE
Life members are members who have been nominated by their club committee to receive lifetime membership at no cost. Life members are entitled to all Full Swimmer benefits listed above.
COMPARE MEMBERSHIPS
These fees will be in effect from September 2021 to 30 September, 2022.
Please note these fees are comprised of Swimming NSW and Swimming Australia fees only, and do not include any applicable Area or Club fees. You can find the fees applicable in your Area below.
You may wish to review our Refund Policy before purchasing your membership.
Transferring Clubs
Members can transfer clubs throughout the season, where an additional club fee may apply. Members who join with more than one club must choose which Primary Club they will choose to represent at any Interclub, Area and Swimming NSW events. Members are unable to compete for more than one club unless they undergo the full Transfer Process.
Active Kids Vouchers
Swimming NSW accept Active Kids Vouchers which can be used towards club membership through payment via Swim Central. Please note that Vouchers cannot be used retrospectively and refunds will not be provided if payment is processed prior to voucher verification. Click here for more information.
Membership Upgrades
- Gold Membership Upgrades
In addition to our general membership, Swimming NSW offers a Gold membership upgrade package. This package is available for all members to purchase.
Active Kids Program
- Save up to $100 on your membership with an Active Kids Voucher
Since January 2018, parents have been able to claim up to $100 per school child, per calendar year, as a voucher to reduce the cost of sport registration or membership fees for after-school, weekend and structured fitness or physical activity, that runs for a duration of eight weeks or more.
The voucher can be redeemed towards payment of memberships or fees with an approved provider registered with the Active Kids Voucher program, each calendar year.
You can apply online for vouchers at the Service NSW Website. Please note your club must be registered as an Active Kids provider in order for you to be able to use your voucher for Swimming Registration fees. Please check with your club if you are unsure whether or not they are a provider.
Once the required information is completed, an alpha-numeric voucher code will be provided that can then be used to offset the cost of physical activity participation. The voucher can only be redeemed for one sport per calendar year. Vouchers are valid for redemption during the current calendar year and will expire at the end of the calendar year. Vouchers cannot be used retrospectively. Ensure you contact your club prior to payment if you wish to use a voucher.
For more information about the Active Kids Program see our Active Kids FAQs.
Area Fees
- 2021-22 Area membership fees
The following area fees are applicable on top of the Swimming NSW and Swimming Australia fees listed above. These fees do not include any applicable club fees. Please check with your club registrar for more information on their and your area's applicable fee.
| ACT | Coast & Valley | Metro North East | Metro North West | Metro South East | Metro South West | |
| Swimmers |
$5 |
$6 | $3 | $3 | $4 |
0 |
| Dry members | 0 | $6 | 0 | 0 | $4 | 0 |
| Mountains & Plains |
New England & North West | South Eastern | Southern Inland | North Coast | Western | |
| Swimmers | $4 | 0 | $10 | $2 | $5 | $10 |
| Dry members | 0 | 0 | $10 | 0 | $2 | $10 |
Credit Card Fees
- 1.5% Credit Card Processing Fee
The merchant fee charged for credit/debit card payments through Swim Central is 1.5% of the total transaction amount. This means when any online payments are made, users will be presented with the cost of the membership they are purchasing plus 1.5% of that cost to pay.
Here is an example ‘Swimmer’ membership transaction for the 2020-21 season:
|
Swimmer (Example Only) |
Amount (Inc GST) |
1.5% merchant fee paid by member |
Total member will pay |
|
Swimming Australia |
28.00 |
0.42 |
28.42 |
|
Swimming NSW |
46.00 |
0.69 |
46.69 |
|
Area |
2.00 |
0.03 |
2.03 |
|
Club |
50.00 |
0.75 |
50.75 |
|
Total: |
126.00 + 1.5% fee |
1.89 |
$127.89 |
Note: there is no option at present for clubs to select an individual preference regarding absorbing or passing on the 1.5% fee.
