Q. At what age can my child start lessons?
A. We offer lessons for all ages so children can come along at any age or stage. We accept babies from birth onwards at some locations, provided their umbilical cords are healed. Dads and Grandparents are more than welcome to classes, useful for the first 6 weeks when Mums can't get in the water.
Q. What should my baby/child wear?
A. Babies and toddlers up until they are toilet trained must wear either:
We also recommend babies under 3 months old wear a thermal wetsuit/body suit to keep them warm in the water. As babies are not able to regulate their own body temperature and swimming is much nicer for them if they are warm.
Preschool and children of school age should wear a swimming costume or swimming shorts. Boys should wear swimming trunks, not baggy shorts, as these can weigh them down and make swimming hard work, wearing rash vests also makes swimming much harder work. Swim hats and goggles are recommended for school age children for good practice, especially those with long hair.
Q. What should I wear to baby and parent classes?
A. Any adults going into the water should wear appropriate swim wear. Rash rests, t-shirts and swim hats are allowed for warmth and modesty. We recommend bringing goggles to wear with children around 2 years of age to encourage them to wear goggles too. We actively encourage wearing t-shirts with babies, as this is a great tool for allowing babies to hold on with ease.
Q. What is the cost?
A. Prices vary by location and class type, see the 'Book Now' page for more information.
Q. Do I have to join a course at the beginning?
A. Depending on availability you can join at any point during a course and only pay for the remaining weeks.
Q. Can I pay weekly?
A. Courses must be paid for in advance and can be paid either in full by credit/debit card or in three instalments by direct debit.
Q. Can I pay in cash?
A. We no longer accept cash or bank transfer payments. Payment can only be made via credit/debit card in full or in 3 installments via setting up a direct debit.
Q. Are catch up lessons available?
A. Providing there are spaces, it will be assessed on a case by case basis.
Q. What is your cancellation/refund policy?
A. No refunds are given if cancelled less than 7 days prior to the start of the course. Where more than 7 days notice is given a full refund will be given, subject to a £15 administration fee.
Q. What happens if the lesson is cancelled due to snow, ice or other natural or unnatural phenomena?
A. If the lesson has to be cancelled due to inclement weather and is beyond the control of the swim school or the venue, no refunds will be given. Details of such cancellations will be posted on facebook and via email to those concerned. If it is possible a catch up class will be arranged.
Q. Can both parents attend the class?
A. To ensure everyone's comfort and safety this will be dependent on the size of the class and the pool. Usually this is not a problem. No extra charge is made for both parents being in the pool, as it is a lovely experience that you can all enjoy. Grandparents are also welcome to bring babies.