Get into it! at Leisure World

Australia’s top Paralympian swimmers will take on members of Thornlie Swimming Club and Gosnells Aussi Masters for the Race of the Century, as part of Get Into It! at Leisure World in October.

Get Into It! is a City of Gosnells SafetyLynx event to be held on Saturday 27 October to encourage people with disabilities and their families to discover recreational opportunities in their community.

There’s free entry to Leisure World so everyone can catch the action between the Paralympians and local swimmers, who’ll compete in a series of races, including a novelty event where swimmers will don neck-to-knee togs to mark the City’s 100th anniversary.

City of Gosnells Mayor Patricia Morris AM JP said the event was a fun way for people with disabilities and their families to try new activities.

“Leisure World is a great place for the event. We have beach-entry to the pool and a pool hoist for people who use wheelchairs, as well as a spa with a ramp for wheelchair access.

“We would really like people with a disability who live in the City to come along and get involved.

“It’s important for everyone to enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle and this is a wonderful opportunity to have some fun too,” she said.

Get Into It! also features skate and break dancing demos at Thornlie Skate Park, children’s storytelling at Thornlie Library, Safe City and Neighbourhood Watch displays and ‘have a go’ in the gym for people with a disability.

The event is from 12.30pm to 3.30pm at Leisure World on Culross Avenue, Thornlie.

Bookings are essential. For more details or to book your place, call the City’s Disability Services office T: 9398 7327.

as posted on COGsite