ABOUT US
The Glams provide a supportive space for LGBTIQA+ community members with a dedication to social inclusion, fitness and competitive swimming regardless of age, gender, sexuality and ability.
We acknowledge the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nations as the traditional owners of the lands on which we train. We respectfully recognise all Eders, past, present and emerging.
Training information & Location
Below are our current training locations. You can also find us at Prahran Aquatic Centre (South Yarra), Carlton Baths (Carlton), Melbourne High School (South Yarra) or at the Fitzroy pool. For last-minute notification of changes or to confirm training sessions or any other queries please check out our Facebook page or our Instagram page.
Wesley College
Wesley College, 577 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004
Entry by Gate 3, corner of Punt Road & High Street.
TIMES:
Tuesday & Thursday nights
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Private pool
Carlton Baths
216/248 Rathdowne St, Carlton VIC 3053
TIMES:
Monday nights
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lane space in public session
We train here during summer
Caufield Aquatics
217 Glen Eira Rd, St Kilda East VIC 3183
TIMES:
We train here during winter
Lane space in public session
Prahran Pool
41 Essex St, Prahran VIC 3181
TIMES:
Saturdays 9:15 am - 10:30am
We train here during summer
Lane space in public session
Melbourne High - South Yarra Sports
679 Chapel St, South Yarra VIC 3141
TIMES:
We train here during the winter
Melbourne University
103 The University of Melbourne, Tin Alley, Parkville VIC 3082
TIMES:
We train here during the winter
Fitzroy pool
160 Alexandra Parade, Fitzroy VIC 3065
TIMES:
Wednesdays 7:00pm - 8:00pm
We train here during the winter
Lane space in public session
Swim Fees
Monthly Pass
All passes are paid online
$110 full fee / $74 concession
10 Swim Pass
All passes are paid online
$150 full fee / $98 concession
5 Swim Pass
All passes are paid online
$5 full fee $57 concession
Casual swims are available for $17.5 New members receive 3 free swims before joining the club
The system doesn’t allow re-funds, so if you can’t attend a session, you can re-schedule for another date.
Community & Events
The Glams compete in local, national and international swimming events and play an active role in Melbourne LGBTIQ+ community.
Each year we participate in Melbourne's Midsumma carnival, St Kilda's pride march and host special fundraising events such as trivia nights and amateur drag shows.
