Swimming Lessons

Swimming Lesson Instructor: Odette Leach (highly qualified and experienced)

Our swimming lessons programme is designed to help children build confidence in the water through clear, practical stages. Safety, comfort, and trust between each child and the instructor guide the process from start to finish.

Stage 1: Water Familiarity

• Helping the child feel calm and comfortable in shallow water
• Wetting the face and hands
• Lying flat on the stomach
• Blowing bubbles through the mouth

Stage 2: Floating and Leg Work

• Floating in deeper water with support
• Using a Bentley Belt for control and stability
• Learning to float with a gentle cycling motion
• Introducing leg coordination

Stage 3: Arm Coordination

• Adding arm movements
• Combining arm and leg coordination to build rhythm

Stage 4: Independent Movement

• Gradually deflating the Bentley Belt or other aids
• Transitioning to independent swimming strokes and controlled movement

Swimming Lessons for Confidence & Water Safety

Children are encouraged to practise blowing bubbles in the bath—first through the mouth, then through the nose—to develop breath control and water confidence.

Progress is closely linked to the child’s comfort and trust. A child who is nervous may take longer to move through the stages, but consistent reassurance helps them build confidence at their own pace.

Throughout the programme, children learn essential water safety skills, stay active, and develop strong swimming foundations. A swimming assistant monitors the shallow baby pool, while Odette works individually with each child in the deeper section for focused instruction.

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