04/09/2026
FAQs!
💦 HOW DOES SWIMMING BENEFIT BABIES? Swimming with your little in a child-led lesson supports physical, social and emotional development. They'll use muscles, coordination and balance skills additional to regular play. They'll develop a positive, bonded relationship with their carer. Their sleep patterns may be better regulated. They'll learn instinctive water safety skills and will learn to swim more quickly when old enough.
💦 WILL MY TODDLER ACTUALLY LEARN TO SWIM? Yes but not until at least age 3/4, we can take them right through to being able to confidently swim 10 metres when they'll outgrow our pools. Toddlers don't have the necessary coordination to actually swim, so any 'swimming' you observe is just reflex action. Baby swimming lessons focus on general physical, social and emotional development which is vital for future health and happiness. The skills they learn also equip them with safe water behaviour and greater confidence when joining big kid lessons at 5+.
💦 DO YOU FORCE SUBMERSION? No. Our lessons are child-led. Forcing submersion or teaching early drowning prevention has been shown to cause potential psychological harm and is not recommended by reputable swim bodies. Our methods are entirely child-led, empowering your little one to have the confidence to try new things.
💦 HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? £15 per lesson, usually paid via monthly subscription.
💦 CAN I HAVE A TRIAL? We offer 3 week paid trials, which guarantees your ongoing place. Single lesson trials are not beneficial because your experience can be affected by whether your little one is tired/ hungry/ teething/ scared or if others are. If you're anxious that will also influence your feelings. Please check the timetable or get in touch for availability or to discuss dates.
💦 WHAT SHOULD MY LITTLE ONE WEAR? All children under 4 must wear a double nappy system. Other regular swimwear or warm-wear is optional. Please visit www.splashabout.com for ideas or ask us.
💦 WHAT IS THE WATER TEMPERATURE? Brays school Sheldon is 33*, Aquasport Olton is 31* and Archbishop Ilsley is between 29-30*.
💦 SHOULD I BRING FLOATS FOR MY BABY? No. And we strongly recommend you don't use 'wearable' floats at all.
💦 DOES MY TODDLER NEED A HAPPY NAPPY? Yes, they will not be allowed in without one. Please ask if you're unsure what to buy.
💦 HOW MANY CHILDREN ARE IN A LESSON? Max 7 but rarely more than 5.
💦 DO I HAVE TO BE ABLE TO SWIM? No, we'll help build your confidence if necessary and you won't go out of your depth.
💦 CAN TWO ADULTS ENTER THE WATER? No unless there is a support need, please discuss this with us. Spectators are welcome though.
💦 DO YOU OFFER CATCH-UP FOR MISSED LESSONS? Yes subject to availability and prior notice. Please ask.
💦 DO YOU OFFER 1:1 LESSONS? No, we don't have pool availability for this, however we can recommend other swimschools that do.
💦 DO YOU OFFER 'PAY AS YOU GO'? We're happy to tailor a timetable for shift workers but we don't have PAYG tickets on our booking system. Please ask.
