25/10/2026
💙💦 IT'S NOT GOODBYE… IT'S THANK YOU! 💦💙
TO MY INCREDIBLE CAROLE PARK POOL AQUATIC FAMILY… 🥹💙
Where do I even begin?
How do you say goodbye to a place that has given you so much more than just a job?
Over the years, Carole Park Pool has been so much more than a swimming pool to me. It's been a place of connection, laughter, friendships, encouragement, challenges, achievements and some truly unforgettable moments.
But the most special part of it all has been YOU! 💙
To every single person who has stepped into the water with me, whether it was for Aqua Aerobics, Gentle Adult Swim Squad, Adult Learn to Swim, Bub & Me Aqua Active, or those precious little ones learning to love the water…
THANK YOU! 🥰
Thank you for trusting me.
Thank you for showing up, when it's raining, even on those chilly mornings when staying in bed seemed like a much better option! 😂
Thank you for giving things a go, stepping outside your comfort zones, challenging yourselves and allowing me to be part of your aquatic journeys.
I've watched people go from being terrified of the water to swimming laps.
I've watched confidence grow, friendships form, bodies become stronger and smiles become bigger.
I've watched little ones take their first splashes and adults achieve things they once thought were impossible.
And along the way, we've shared so many laughs, conversations, hugs, tears, cheeky comments and moments of pure pride.
You may have come to me to learn to swim, get fitter or simply move your body… but you've given me just as much in return. 💙
You've reminded me time and time again why I absolutely LOVE what I do.
To my fellow instructors, workmates, families, supporters and everyone who has been part of this journey, thank you for the friendships, teamwork, encouragement and memories.
As I begin my next chapter on the beautiful Sunshine Coast, I leave Carole Park with a very full heart, a few tears and a whole lot of gratitude.
I will miss our early mornings, our poolside chats, your beautiful faces, your determination and, of course, all the laughter and cheekiness that came with every session! 😂
But here's one thing I want you all to remember…
KEEP SHOWING UP!
Keep moving your bodies.
Keep challenging yourselves.
Keep supporting one another.
Keep swimming, keep laughing and NEVER underestimate what you are capable of achieving!
And most importantly, BE PROUD OF YOURSELVES… BECAUSE I CERTAINLY AM! 💪💙
Although my time at Carole Park Pool has come to an end, the friendships, memories and connections certainly haven't.
And who knows… there might just be a few more salty water adventures together yet! 🌊😉
From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU for being part of my world and allowing me to be part of yours.
You will always be part of my aquatic family, no matter how many kilometres are between us.
It's not goodbye… it's SEE YOU IN THE WATER SOMEWHERE! 💦🌊
With so much love, gratitude and a few happy tears,
Amanda 💙
ALL IN AQUA 🌊
All ages. All abilities. All in. 💙
