The Gold Coast Aquatic Centre: The heart of Southport Olympic Swimming Club (SOSC)

FosteringStrength and Character Through Swimming since 1917

The GCAC is the hub for Southport Olympic Swimming Club. The club is dedicated to creating a stable, supportive and inclusive environment for every member whilst recognizing the mental health benefit associated with the sport. Each year, the club organizes a dual swim meet with Swimming Gold Coast at their home pool, enabling junior swimmers from regional clubs to compete in world class facilities.

World-Class Training Facilities at Gold Coast Aquatic Centre

The Gold Coast Aquatic Centre (GCAC) is a premier swimming venue in Broadwater Parklands, operated by the Gold Coast City Council. It features two 50m heated pools, a 25m program pool, and access to a high-performance gym.

The facilities have advanced timing systems and modern recovery areas for effective and safe training, promoting competitive excellence. The club also thanks the City of  Gold Coast and Councilor Patterson for grant funding in 2025 to help update equipment.

Southport Olympic Swimming Club: A Legacy of Excellence

Since its establishment in 1917, Southport Olympic Swimming Club Inc. has been dedicated to fostering not only athletic excellence but also a spirit of community engagement. By giving back to the local area, the club reinforces its commitment to inclusivity and support, ensuring that every member thrives both in and out of the pool. The club’s initiatives enrich lives and exemplify the importance of a balanced lifestyle, sculpting resilient athletes equipped with essential life skills like determination and goal-setting, ultimately benefiting the broader Southport community.

Coaching Excellence

BE Swim Coaching

Southport Olympic Swimming Club is affiliated with BE swim coaching.

BE has a long history of proven results and provide a high-level squad program from the development level through to international representatives.

The Club benefits from the expertise of BE swimming coaching, led by Glenn Baker & Sean Eels, who are recognised as industry leaders.



Both coaches are highly regarded within the swimming community and are frequently named on the coaching staff for State & National teams.

Glenn Baker and Sean Eels bring decades of combined coaching experience to Southport Olympic Swimming Club. Their leadership has shaped numerous athletes who compete at state and national levels.

For furthur information regarding squads contact: 

email: southport@beswimcoaching.com

or call Sean Eels 0403 757 821

Leadership

Expertise

Results

Celebrating Our Unsung heroes - Swimming Gold Coast

The real champions of any Club are the volunteers. Southport Olympic Swimming Club extends its heartfelt thanks to the Swimming Gold Coast volunteers. This group of dedicated volunteers tirelessly support all clubs at regional, and State levels in the face of challenging conditions, driven by their passion for swimming.

Make Waves with Southport Olympic Swimming Club Sponsorship!

The club is proud to be supported by Swimming Australia, Swimming Queensland, Swimming Gold Coast, the City of the Gold Coast as well as many local businesses and the greater Gold Coast community.

The club welcomes any sponsorship enquiries.

Please direct all enquiries to our club email:

soscomm@gmail.com

Swimming Queensland

Become part of a community that builds more than swimmers

Join Southport Olympic Swimming Club Today

Register now to access expert coaching, world-class facilities, and a supportive environment that nurtures both athletic and personal growth.

Take the next step in your swimming journey with us.

PLEASE NOTE: The Club is run by Volunteers who work fulltime.

 Please allow 48 hours for a committee member to respond to your enquiry.