Our WaterWise group swimming lessons are 30 minutes for Discovery Ducklings, Ducklings and Stages 1-6. However, they then increase to 45 minutes from Stage 7 onwards. Please note that this time includes drop-off and pick-up, entering and exiting the pool and the teacher taking the register.
Our WaterWise lessons are led by a Swim England (formerly ASA) qualified swimming teacher with a class including a maximum of 12 swimmers. The teacher will provide a variety of fun based activities to help the swimmers learn new skills and provide feedback and instruction to help each individual swimmer develop. As the lessons progress … Continued
Within each WaterWise group, swimmers may be at slightly different stages in their development or may need to focus on specific skills. Our teachers tailor activities to meet each child’s individual needs, ensuring they are appropriately challenged and supported. This personalised approach helps every swimmer make steady progress, even if they are working on different … Continued
Progress through each stage of the WaterWise programme varies for every child. Factors such as previous experience, natural confidence in the water and individual ability all play a role. Children who have participated in adult and child sessions (Discovery Ducklings or Ducklings) often progress more quickly at first, as they’re already familiar with the structure … Continued
You/your child will need the following items for swimming lessons: Swimming costume/trunks/shorts Towel Shampoo & shower gel Hair clips/hair bands Swimming cap if desired Goggles Armbands (if child has their own) – however, we do provide swimming aids during lessons. Any medication that may be required (such as inhaler, epi pen etc.) For Rookie Lifeguard … Continued
We do not advise people swim on a full stomach. Do not eat in the hour you are coming swimming. If children are coming straight from school for swimming lessons they may need a small snack to maintain energy levels.
When booking into swimming lessons please let us know if your child has any medical conditions. This will then be uploaded on to their profile on the Swimming Lesson portal so your child’s teacher is aware. Please pop any medical conditions we need to be aware of over to us via email to info@mvtlc.org. Your … Continued
Swimming is a vital life skill.With 75% of the planet covered in water, it’s essential that all young people have the opportunity to learn to swim—not just for enjoyment, but for their own safety. Swimming is also one of the safest and most accessible forms of exercise, suitable for all ages and abilities. It’s a … Continued
Please get in contact with us if you are wanting to enquire about one-to-one swimming lessons. You can email us at info@mvtlc.org or contact the specific venue directly. Provide us with your name/your child/children’s name, date of birth, current swimming ability (including any distance badges that may have been awarded), any SEN/medical needs, as well … Continued
We advise you to wait until your baby has had its 12 week injections before you bring them to swimming lessons. They can start lessons after this in our Discovery Ducklings programme.
