6 Months – 5 Years | |
Monday – Friday | 9:00AM -11:30AM |
Saturday and Sunday | 8:00AM-1:00PM |
4 Years and Over | |
Monday – Friday | 4:00PM-7:30PM |
Saturday and Sunday | 8:00AM-1:00PM |
FAQS
What should we wear in the water?
Parents should dress children in normal bathers. Nappies are not necessary, although “Aquanappies” are available for purchase if you are at all concerned about little accidents. Parents are encouraged to wear an old T-Shirt over their bathers in order to allow the children to learn to grip onto something and pull themselves up out of the water rather than being lifted.
When can my child learn without me in the water?
When your child is at the stage where they’re consistently completing all the tasks required for a baby graduate certificate. However, sometimes a child may benefit from one more term in the ‘Parent & Me’ program, allowing for further development.
What is the parents role during class time?
The parent is present in the class for many obvious reasons most importantly to facilitate and encourage their child’s learning. While the instructor is running the class the parent should take careful note to listen and follow the teachers instructions, this will help the child to also follow the class structure. It is important that parents follow the instructions, allowing full benefit from the class.
Will I need to get in the water?
Yes! The more you can show your child by demonstrating or imitating yourself (getting your hair wet, coming up from underwater without rubbing your eyes etc.), the faster your child is likely to learn.
Can we play before or after the class?
As we are not a public swimming pool we do not allow free play outside of class times. Parents should wait with children on pool deck until their teacher is ready for them. After class parents should also leave the water immediately to allow the next class to start without delay or distraction. Play time should be encouraged at another time during the week to allow the child to distinguish between class/learning time and playtime as well as helping to build their confidence and feel for the water.
What Training do the teachers have?
All our teachers are Austswim qualified and additionally go through 30 hours of specific program training under Toby’s guidance.
What if I can not swim?
Parent’s should always try to remain positive and not develop any unwarranted fears or apprehensions within the child. The pool depth is such that most adults feel comfortable and safe at all times. The class structure does not require you to swim yourself. Just remember this is usually your child’s first experience of swimming so try to make it a positive one. During the class do not grip your child tightly, but rather hold them relaxed as demonstrated by the teacher.
How warm is your pool?
Our air and water temperature is 32 degrees, which is suitably comfortable for babies and toddlers.