This is our entry level programme offering swimming lessons designed for babies and children aged 6 weeks – 5 years.
The groups are split into the classes
Adult & Baby 6 weeks – 18 months
Adult & Toddler 18 months – 3 years
The above sessions provide an opportunity for children to develop water confidence through structured fun, games and activities and are a perfect start on a child’s swimming pathway. Children have the opportunity to gain the STA Starfish Awards.
Adult & Non-Swimmer 3-6years
These are perfect for those children who are preschool age or timid in the water and require additional support.
All of the above require adult support for your child in the water. The ratio for support is one adult to one child unless by prior agreement.
Preschool 1 & 2
Our pre-school lessons, are aimed at children aged 3-4 years old (includes during a child 4th year of birth until they turn 5). The emphasis is on developing water confidence through games and having fun. Adults are not required to enter the water during this class.
Preschool 1: 3-4 years will work towards Swim England Duckling 1-2 badges
Preschool 2: 3-4 years (able to swim small distances without floatation aids) will work towards Duckling 3-4 badges
If you feel your child is not ready for independent swimming we would recommend adult and non-swimmer.
These lessons run for 50 weeks per year and payment is by direct debit monthly.
Preparing for swimming lessons at home
Increasing confidence in the water
Parents can play an active role in increasing water confidence in babies and young children from an early stage. Bath time activities can help to introduce your child to a number of aquatic experiences in a warm and comfortable environment. Children should be encouraged and helped to wet their faces and tummies, splash, blow bubbles, sing and play in the bath to get them used to the water environment.
Our adult and child swimming lessons or our family swim sessions are another excellent way to engage your child in water activities in a fun environment and build water confidence.
Please find below some ideas for exercises and activities you can do with your child at home to get them used to being in and around water