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We are passionate about quality aquatic education and child safety. This goes beyond offering learn-to-swim programs for the past 21 years. We like to share our knowledge and expertise too. In this blog section you can read about a wide range of swim related topics.
HOW FAR THEY HAVE COME
Our little Piranha class have been swimming with Miss Bec since they were 8 weeks old. They have been consistent in coming to lessons and she has loved watching them grow and learn through each part of our babysteps program. Miss Bec cannot believe how fast the 3 and half years have gone and will…
BABYSTEPS-SEAHORSE LEVEL (Submersions)
SEAHORSE LEVEL WEEK 1-4 (6mths old) The focus is Submersions in a side swim position to parent with the start of letting go of babies for 1 second before they are assisted by parent at wrist to recover to parents shirt. This encourages and gentle slow natural swim pace for baby to be prepared to…
Little Swimmers Big Achievements- Miss Kate
We bring you the inspiring journey of our beloved teacher, Miss Kate. Testimonial from Miss Kate. I chose Hamptons swim school for the children, because it was in my local community and I liked their philosophies regarding teaching swimming- (nurturing, child focused program) this is also why I guess I chose to work…
Let’s Talk Backstroke.
Backstroke- Did you know competitive backstroke swimmers swim 90% on their side and only on their back for starts, turns and finishes! Why? To make our arms longer and to stretch back further, the body needs to be rotated. How to get the most out of your Backstroke? The start The propulsion from the wall…
Little Swimmers Big Achievements
Testimonial from mum Becky. In just four months, our water-fearing 4-year-old boy has transformed into an absolute water-baby who is now swimming on his own, floating on his back, and diving under the water for sinkies! In fact, it is hard to keep him above the water now! We are truly overjoyed and blown away…
Why core strength is important for swimmers.
Core strength is crucial for swimmers, as it directly impacts your performance in the water. Let’s explore how core strength relates to different swim strokes. Water is not as solid as one might think, and swimming through it is not easy. When we walk our feet pushes against the solid ground to move us forward.…