Our District

The Midlands and District Amateur Swimming Association (MDASA) is the umbrella body of swimming within the Ballarat area. There are currently 3 clubs who sit under this organisation, Ballarat GCO, Ballarat Gold and Ballarat Swimming Club. MDASA and the three clubs are affiliated with the peak governing body, Swimming Victoria. MDASA was formed some time during the 1960’s and has been working with district community swimming ever since.

MDASA strives to promote swimming within the District, at both competitive and social swimming levels. It is important to MDASA that they nurture young swimmers by providing them with access to competition at a local level. We also promote inclusiveness welcoming all who wish to participate. Further to this MDASA ensures that the district has training opportunities available for swimmers of all levels, referees and officials. This in turn supports our local athletes allowing them access to high level competition within Ballarat, which collectively allows MDASA and the clubs to facilitate a pathway for elite swimmers.

We believe that swimming provides significant health and well being benefits to all who participate.