SWIMMING LESSONS
Childrens swimming lessons
At Oasis Beach Pool, we understand the significance of children's swimming lessons as an essential life skill and form of exercise. Our centre offers affordable and comprehensive children's swimming classes for varying age groups and skill levels. We acknowledge that every child has a unique learning pace and level of comfort in the water. Therefore, our experienced instructors tailor the lessons to meet each child's individual needs, ensuring that they acquire the necessary skills to stay safe and confident in the water.
Swimbies
SWIMBiES offers swimming lessons tailored for children aged 3 months to school age. Our engaging programme is designed to make learning enjoyable while fostering water confidence that will endure for life, both for your child and you as their companion in the pool.
Dippers (3-12 Months)
Dippers baby swimming sessions give you time to bond with your child while we teach you and your child water basics. Entry at three months to cruising (approx. 12-18 months).
Splashers (12 Months-24 Months)
Following on from Dippers, Splashers infant swimming sessions are a great way to grow your child's water confidence with you right beside them. Entry after completing Dippers or children walking (approx. 12 to 18 months) to two years.
Paddlers (24 Months-36 Months)
Moving on from Splashers, Paddlers sessions build on the fundamentals and prepare them for swimming independently. These infant swim lessons are designed for those who have completed Splashers or for children aged three to four years old.
Foundation (Age 4+)
Our Foundation swimming lessons are designed for school-aged kids who are beginners or completely new to swimming. These lessons will teach them water safety and survival skills in three levels: Red, Amber, and Green. After completion, your child will be able to swim independently for 10 meters and have a basic understanding of all four swimming strokes.
Pre school (3-5 Years)
Our Pre-School swimming lessons focus on developing your child’s confidence in the water and introducing them to the key skills they’ll need to swim on their own safely.
Before the lesson
Before taking the plunge, think carefully about whether you, as a parent, and your child are ready for the class. You can do this by asking yourself these questions:
- How long the journey will take you and how you’re going to get to the class?
- How long will it take you to change yourself and your child?
- What is the best time to attend a lesson with feeds and naps in mind?
- Is there somewhere at the pool or leisure centre where you feel comfortable for feeding after the lesson?
What to expect
Once you’ve met your teacher, you’ll get in the water with your infant. You’ll need to get low in the water so that it’s at eye level with your child.
Your teacher will then explain how to hold your child correctly and get started with the class.
At the end of class, your teacher may give you tasks to complete during bath time at home to increase water confidence or enhance skills through repetition.
We also encourage socialising with other parents, as this is a great way to expand your social circle and make new, like-minded friends.
After the lesson
Once you’ve completed your lesson, here are some things to bear in mind:
• Ensure a towel for your child is within easy reach after the lesson, as they feel the cold much more than we do.
• Your child is likely to be hungry and tired after the lesson, so ensure you pack a feed or snack.
• Encourage family swimming outside lesson time so that not all swimming sessions are structured. Recreational swimming can provide an opportunity for children to try out skills at their own pace, without the need to feel like they have to perform when asked.