East Bentleigh @ GESAC

 

Glen Eira Sports and Aquatic Centre (GESAC) – Premier Health, Fitness, and Swimming Facility in Bentleigh East
Located at 200 East Boundary Road, Bentleigh East, the Glen Eira Sports and Aquatic Centre (GESAC) is one of Melbourne’s leading sports, fitness, and swimming centres. Situated in the heart of Melbourne’s south-eastern suburbs, GESAC has been a hub for health and wellness since it opened on May 7, 2012. It is home to the Glen Eira Academy of Swimming, offering world-class swim programs for all ages and skill levels.

Facilities at GESAC within Glen Eira Council

Facilities:

  • Outdoor 50m Pool: A heated Olympic-sized pool suitable for lap swimming and general use
  • Indoor 25m Pool: heated indoor pool used for water aerobics, learn to swim and lap swimming.
  • Learn to Swim Pool: An indoor pool designed for swimming lessons, featuring a shallow depth for safety. ​
  • Wellness Zone: Includes a warm water pool, spa, sauna, and steam room, providing therapeutic and relaxation options.
  • Splash Pad: A fun, shaded, and accessible water play area for young children and families.
  • Group Exercise Rooms: ooms offering a wide range of fitness classes, including virtual sessions.
  • Café: Perfect for a coffee or snack before or after your swim.
  • Fitness: The centre houses a fully equipped gymnasium, four group exercise studios, and offers personal training services.
  • Sports: A three-court indoor sports stadium is available for basketball, futsal, netball, badminton, and pickleball.
  • Additional Amenities: GESAC also provides a childcare centre, consulting suites, and a café for visitors.

👉 Simply click here for an online tour of GESAC

Swimming Squad Pathways at GESAC

Academy Squad – Recreational Swimming Pathway
Our recreational squad program is designed for swimmers who love the water and want to stay active without the demands of competition. Perfect for families in East Bentleigh and surrounding suburbs, this pathway helps young swimmers:

  • Improve their stroke technique
  • Stay fit and healthy
  • Build confidence
  • Socialise with like-minded peers

It’s an ideal choice for those transitioning from learn-to-swim classes to structured squad training in a non-competitive, supportive environment.

👉 Click here for more on our recreational squad swimming program

Academy Squad – Competitive Swimming Pathway
The competitive squad pathway program at the Academy is tailored for swimmers who are ready to develop advanced racing techniques and thrive in a team-focused environment.:

  • Professional coaching to refine all four strokes
  • Training for swim meets and club competitions
  • Focus on endurance, speed, and race strategies
  • Emphasis on personal bests and sportsmanship

Our experienced coaches provide individualised feedback and technique correction to help swimmers achieve their goals in a structured and encouraging atmosphere.

👉 Click here to learn about our competitive squad swimming pathway

Join the Academy – Glen Eira’s Trusted Squad Program

  • Expect coaching
  • Premium facilities
  • Programs for all squad levels
  • Convenient locations
  • Private 1:1 sessions
  • Masterclass sessions

👉 Simply click here and fill in an application form

We have swimmers within our Academy from the following suburbs that fall within the City of Glen Eira (Melbourne, Victoria): Bentleigh, Bentleigh East, Brighton East, Brighton, Caulfield, Caulfield East, Caulfield North, Caulfield South, Carnegie, Elsternwick, St.Kilda, Gardenvale, Glen Huntly, McKinnon, Murrumbeena, Ormond and St Kilda East