Our Pre-School swimming lessons are a fun, structured introduction to independent swimming for young children who are not yet in full-time school. We focus on water confidence, safety and the very first stroke skills, all taught through games, songs and play in a supportive environment.
Who These Classes Are For
- Children 3–4 years old (pre-school age)
- Children who are:
- New to swimming and need to build confidence
- Ready to start listening to simple instructions from a teacher
- Keen to splash, play and learn basic swimming skills
- Parents and carers who want their child to:
- Feel safe and happy in the water
- Learn the foundations of good swimming technique
- Develop water-safety awareness before starting school
Some children will be more confident than others at this age – that’s absolutely fine. Our teachers will always work at each child’s individual pace.
What the Classes Are About
Each Pre-School lesson is planned to help children feel relaxed and confident in the pool, while gently introducing early swimming skills. We focus on:
- Water confidence – getting used to splashing, bubbles and having their face near or in the water
- Independent movement – using floats, noodles and games to encourage kicking and paddling
- Basic body positions – star floats, rocket shapes and glides on front and back
- Early stroke skills – simple arm actions, kicking patterns and breathing foundations through fun activities
- Water safety – listening to pool rules, safe entries and exits, and holding onto the side
Lessons are fun, imaginative and age-appropriate, with plenty of encouragement and positive praise.
What to Expect in a Session
A typical Pre-School swimming lesson includes:
- A gentle warm-up to build confidence getting into and moving around the water
- Games and activities to practise:
- Splashing and blowing bubbles
- Kicking and paddling with and without floats
- Floating on tummies and backs with support
- Simple, play-based exercises to introduce:
- Early front and back stroke movements
- Jumping in (where appropriate) and safely returning to the side
Group sizes are kept small so that every child can receive individual attention and support from the teacher.
Benefits of Pre-School Swimming
Pre-School swimming lessons can help your child to:
- Build strong water confidence before starting school
- Develop coordination and balance through kicking, floating and movement
- Improve listening and following instructions in a fun, play-based setting
- Learn key water-safety habits early on
- Prepare for school-age swimming lessons, making future stages easier and less daunting
Many families also find that regular swimming helps with routine, sleep and overall physical development.
Practical Information
- Age range: Typically suitable for children aged 3–4 years, pre-school age
- Class length: 30 minutes per session
- Group size: Small groups to keep lessons calm, safe and focused
- Teacher position: Qualified instructors teaching
- What to bring:
- Swimming costume or trunks for your child
- A well-fitting swim nappy (if needed)
- Towel
- Goggles (Optional)
If you’re unsure which class your child should join, or have any medical or additional needs to discuss, please contact us and we’ll be happy to advise.
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