About

SWIMInfo is coming to Cairns with an exciting new format designed to provide both practical and engaging professional development for swim teachers, coaches and aquatic professionals.

This two-part event will be delivered across two days, giving participants the flexibility to attend one session or both, with 5 PD points available per day.

The program begins Saturday at the Cairns Harbourside Hotel, where participants will take part in engaging in-class presentations focused on learn-to-swim teaching, teacher education and development and industry best practice.

The learning continues Sunday morning from 9.00am – 11.30am, moving poolside for in-water practical sessions hosted by Herbie Howard, Paris Paralympic Coach, at his facility - Herbs Training and Swim School. These hands-on sessions will explore techniques and teaching approaches across the pathway from learn-to-swim through to coaching, giving participants practical strategies they can immediately apply on pool deck.

The sessions will be presented by Jodie Bradley, a SWIM Australia Trainer who has been part of Paul Sadler Swimland since 2009.

ABOUT JODIE
Jodie Bradley (nee Tosone) has been part of the Paul Sadler Swimland team since June 2009, building extensive experience in swim teaching, program development, and instructor training within one of Australia’s most established swim schools.

Across more than a decade in the industry, Jodie has developed a deep passion for helping teachers grow their confidence and capability in delivering high-quality swimming and water safety education. Her work focuses on supporting instructors to create engaging lessons while maintaining strong technical foundations and safety standards.

In 2021, Jodie became a Swim Australia Trainer, allowing her to formally train and mentor the next generation of swim teachers entering the industry. Through this role she has helped guide many new instructors as they begin their careers in aquatic education.

Jodie is passionate about continuous learning, collaboration within the swim industry, and sharing practical insights that help teachers build both skill and confidence in the water.

Outside the pool, Jodie is passionate about maintaining an active lifestyle and can often be found starting her day at the gym.

SWIMInfo Cairns is a fantastic opportunity to learn, build skills and connect with other aquatic professionals in a supportive and practical environment.

*Morning and Afternoon tea are supplied.

PROGRAM OF EVENTS

SATURDAY

1.45pm - 2.00pm Welcome and Introductions

2.00pm - 3.00pm Bridging the gap between our least experienced to most exeperience swim teachers

3.00pm - 4.00pm Our product quality is everything to a swim school! Key success factors that drive our in water focus

4.00pm - 4.30pm Afternoon Tea

4.30pm - 5.30pm The pool is our stage. Hire the person, not the skill. When recruiting for our next generation of swim teachers what do you look for?

5.30pm - 6.00pm Questions & Networking Opportunities 

SUNDAY

8.45am - 9.00am Welcome and Introductions

9.00am - 11.30am Pool Sessions. In water workshop. Communication in our Babies and Toddlers Programs

Date

Location

SATURDAY

Get directions

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
209-207 Esplande , Cairns QLD 4870

Location

SUNDAY

Herb's Training and Swim School,

7 Palm Ave, Portsmith, Cairns QLD

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