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  • What are the benefits of coming to baby swim classes? 

Swimming lessons are usually a babies first formal learning experience in a class situation. They benefit greatly from this time with their parents and the interaction they have with other children thus developing their social skills. Your child will learn to be confident and independent around water while also improving their coordination and sensory development. Being in the water will allow your baby the chance to move and exercise their muscles with more freedom of motion than on land.

  • What do I do if my baby cries in the lesson? 
A baby usually only cries within the lesson if they are unsure of what they need to do, are tired, hungry or are not enjoying themselves. The best thing to do is remove the child from the vicinity of the class BUT remain in the water. Stay calm and try to reassure your baby that everything is alright, play with some toys and when they have settled, re-join the class. Sometimes you may only do a portion of the lesson but over time your child will be happy to participate more and more. Remember, let them progress at their own pace.  
  • Is it necessary to come to lessons every week?

YES! There is one 30 minute lesson per week and consistent attendance to the classes allows your child to develop a routine and improve their confidence and independence around aquatic environments. Children learn through their senses, role modelling, repetition, consistency, through play and most importantly with encouragement from you. So keep their lessons going and you will see them benefit from your consistency.  Click here to read our article on the benefits of swimmming all year round. 

  • What do I do if my child is sick and can't do the lesson?  

If your child is sick, the best thing to do is not attend the swimming lesson. Please call the centre, preferably 24 hours prior to the lesson commencing, to cancel your class for that day. If you have paid for the entire Learn To Swim term you are entitled to 2 make up lessons which are to be completed within the current term. If more than 2 make-up lessons are needed a Medical certificate is required.


 

 

 
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