Frequently Asked Questions
Please see below for a list of commonly asked questions
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How long will the swimming lesson be?
All lessons are 30 minutes long
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How many swimmers are in each class?
Class sizes are a maximum of 6 for Parent and Child and 5 for Pre-School and Learn to Swim
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Do you offer discounts for siblings?
Sorry, we do not offer discounts for multiple children.
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How long will it take my child to learn to swim?
A difficult question….there are no set times for how long it will take a child to learn how to swim.
Learning to swim takes time and each child is different and learns at a different pace. Some swimmers will move up the levels quicker than others and some will achieve skills at different rates.
Learning to swim is like learning a new language or learning to play an instrument… it takes time, patience and a lot of practice.
To help your child to become a better swimmer try and take them to the pool as often as you canso they can consolidate what they have learnt in lessons. Make it as fun as possible and watch their confidence and aquatic skills grow.
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Do you offer 1 to 1 or 1 to 2 lessons?
Yes, please see lessons or email me at info@aquafishswimschool.co.uk
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Do I have to stay on site whilst my child is in a swimming lesson?
Yes. All child swimmers must be accompanied by an adult who must stay at the venue for the duration of the lesson
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When do I need to pay for my lessons?
All lessons must be paid for in advance of the term starting. Payment for the course secures your swimming place.
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How long is a term?
A term is usually between 10 -12 lessons
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What does each swimmer need?
Each swimmer needs to bring along :
* Swimming costume
* Neoprene nappy if not fully potty trained
* Goggles if required (From LTS Stage 2 upwards)
* Hair band and swimming cap if swimmer has long hair
* Bottle of water
* Towel
* Asthma inhaler/ Epipen if required
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Is the teacher in the water?
The teacher will be in the water for the majority of the time in the lower stages but will need to be out of the pool at times to properly assess the swimmer’s strokes and technique
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Do you offer adult swimming lessons?
Yes, please see ‘Private Lessons’ or contact me on info@aquafishswimschool.co.uk to discuss
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What if my child is sick and cannot attend lessons?
If your child has had sickness or diarrhoea please ensure they have been clear of symptoms for at least 48 hours before attending swimming lessons.
If your child has open wounds, a ear infection, a bad cold, sore eyes or chicken pox please do not bring them swimming
If you have any doubt please contact me for advice
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What swimming programme do you teach?
We teach Swim England’s (previously Amateur Swimming Association) ‘Learn to Swim Pathway’. Swim England is the English national governing body of swimming, diving, water polo, open water swimming and synchronised swimming. It consists of 4 frameworks : Swim England Pre-School Framework, Swim England Learn to Swim Framework (stages 1 – 7), Swim England Aquatic Skills Framework (stages 8 – 10) and the Swim England Adult Swimming Framework
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Why do we teach water safety?
We teach water safety to ensure that swimmers know exactly what to do to stay safe in the water. It helps swimmers to overcome any potential fear.
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Why should we learn how to swim?
Confidence and Overcoming Obstacles
Learning to swim helps build water confidence and how to overcome obstacles with visible outcomes.
Water Safety
Water safety should be the number one reason to learn to swim. Swimming is a life skill and could save your child’s life. As children get older they want more independence & therefore need to know what to do to stay safe in the water. Swimming teaches children how to swim to the side and find a way to get out of the water.
Aquatic Breathing
Swimming teaches children aquatic breathing and how to breathe in the water therefore allowing them to enjoy swimming and be able to swim greater distances.
Health Benefits
Swimming is a great all round form of exercise.
Technique
Swimming teaches you how to swim more than just doggie paddle. It allows you to enjoy swimming and it’s benefits to it’s full extent.
Lifelong Participation in Sport
Swimming will help to encourage lifelong participation in sport and physical activity.