Recently, Samuel proudly graduated from our Dolphin level (StrokeSteps), marking an important milestone in his swimming journey. While graduation certificates are always exciting, this one felt particularly special. Samuel has been swimming with Hampton Swim School since 2021 (in our BabySteps program), and looking back at how far he has come is a wonderful reminder of the value of consistency, confidence and quality swim instruction.

Why Samuel’s Family Chose Hampton

Samuel’s mum remembers enrolling him after trying several swim schools.

“We came to Hampton because of its great reputation. We tried a few swim schools before coming here and were really impressed with Miss Bec’s baby swim classes, so we have stayed.”

Five years later, Samuel is still progressing, learning and building on the foundations established during those early lessons.

More Than Just Learning to Swim

For many Queensland families, swimming lessons begin with one simple goal: water safety.

“Swim safety is critical in Australia and I wanted Sam to be able to swim to save himself in the water if needed.”

While water safety remains a key focus, swimming lessons often deliver so much more. Over time, children develop confidence, resilience, independence and a willingness to challenge themselves as they learn new skills.

The Power of Consistency

Swimming is a lifelong skill that develops over many years. Every level in our program introduces new techniques, greater endurance and more advanced water skills.

Samuel’s family understands that learning doesn’t stop once a child can swim!

“We stay committed to ongoing lessons as there is still so much to learn and perfect. Five years in and this is only the beginning.”

That long-term commitment is what allows children to become truly confident and capable swimmers.

Keeping Lessons Fun Along the Way

One of the reasons Samuel has continued to enjoy swimming is the variety and engagement built into every lesson.

“Lessons have always been fun with a good variety of skills practised each session.”

When children enjoy their lessons, they are more likely to stay motivated, continue progressing and build positive relationships with the water.

Congratulations, Samuel!

We are incredibly proud of Samuel and everything he has achieved throughout his time at Hampton Swim School.

His journey is a wonderful example of what can happen when families commit to regular lessons and children are given the support and encouragement to grow at their own pace.

Thank you to Samuel and his family for allowing us to share a small part of their story. We can’t wait to see what the next stage of his swimming journey brings.

Thinking about starting your child’s swimming journey?

Our experienced team helps children build confidence, water safety skills and a lifelong love of swimming from baby classes through to advanced levels.

👉Book a free trial or click here to find the right level for your child and enrol.

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At Hampton Swim School, we’re proud to be members of the Australian Swim Schools Association (ASSA).

But what exactly does that mean for our families?

The Australian Swim Schools Association is the peak industry body representing swim schools across Australia. Its purpose is to support swim schools in delivering high-quality learn-to-swim programs through education, professional development and industry best practice.

For us, being an ASSA member means we’re committed to:

Ongoing Professional Development

The learn-to-swim industry is always evolving. ASSA provides access to training, education and resources that help our team stay up to date with current teaching practices and industry standards.

Industry Best Practice

Membership connects us with a network of swim schools and professionals who share knowledge and ideas, helping us continually improve the experience we provide to our swimmers and families.

A Commitment to Quality

While membership isn’t compulsory for swim schools, it reflects our dedication to providing a safe, professional and positive environment where children can develop confidence and essential water safety skills.

Supporting Lifelong Water Safety

At Hampton Swim School, our focus has always been on helping children become safer, more confident around water while fostering a love of swimming that lasts a lifetime.

Being part of the Australian Swim Schools Association is one more way we demonstrate our commitment to delivering the highest standard of learn-to-swim education for our community.

Thank you for trusting us with your child’s swimming journey.

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How long does it take…? This is one of the most ‘googled’ questions when it comes to swimming lessons. And the search results will show you a pool of different answers. Why? Because learning to swim is the same as learning to walk, learning to read, learning to talk, to use the potty, or ride the bike. For some it only takes a few months, for others it can take a few years. It depends on so many things, from natural ability and focus to the parents’ love or fear of the water.

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Keep progressing & growing

Many families have taken a break before. They only do so once, agreeing that it wasn’t worth having to start all over again. With such a long break the investment you have made so far in lessons, and the effort your child has put into getting this far, will be lost due to the high regression of skills and confidence. The littlest ones have just begun to gain knowledge of going under water. They have reinforced and increased comfort, confidence, and the memory recall to hold breath. If stopping, on return these skills are gone and awareness becomes an ‘unknown’, which can lead to an increased fear of water. Think about the brave ones who are preparing for transition! They feel comfortable with their teacher and are almost ready to be in the water without their parent. If stopping, on return the trust in teacher and pool can be gone and replaced with a fear of the whole structure of the lesson. This is such a crucial stage and age group for continuation. For older swimmers, a break can cause them to fall behind. We have often seen the upset of returning children, realising their peers and friends have moved up to Squads.

More than just an extra-curricular

Many people see swimming lessons as an ‘extracurricular’. We know that it is so much more than that. Yes, it is a crucial skill for life. But it has also been shown to improve many areas of a child’s development, including academic performance, language, maths, fine and gross motor skills, memory, confidence, coordination, and social skills.

Researchers from Griffith University were astounded by the results of their four-year study “The children were anywhere from six to 15 months ahead of the normal population when it came to cognitive skills, problem solving in mathematics, counting, language and following instructions.” Swimming lessons offer another great way to extend their learning and development in many aspects of life. All year round.

Drowning does not pause

Whilst the exposure to water play is reduced during the cooler months, the risk of drowning is not. And the risk is even higher when the warmer weather returns (and children are not prepared). Continued lessons play a crucial part in the layers of protection against drowning all year round. Each year we are reminded of how close the water can get, any time of year, with the flood waters at our doorstep. All the extra missed classes due to the pandemic and extreme weather events make it even more important to catch up, not give up.

Harness them for colds

When it gets cold, swimming may not be the first activity you think of. But trust us and the many studies done in the past: it is actually one of the best activities to keep doing in winter. Swimming strengthens the immune system, making children less susceptible to catching cold and flu symptoms. Some people think that colds are caused by cooler temperatures. This is not true. Common colds are viral infections. With a strong immune system, chances are higher your child gets through the cooler months stronger, healthier, and happier! Swimming as an exercise helps the release of endorphins, boosting your mood, and making you feel more relaxed.

The Benefits of an Outdoor Pool

Can you believe our Outdoor Pool is actually the healthier option during the cooler months? Due to the open circulation of fresh and natural airflow (and having less chemicals, using a gentle salt-based system), outdoor pools can be better for skin and health. The natural outside temperature helps to acclimatise children. Indoor heated pools can be overly hot, both in the water and on the deck. Returning customers often commented on the feeling of almost passing out while watching lessons.

How do we keep your swimmer(s) warm?

Did you know that during the cooler months, our pools are the warmest place to be? We raise the pool temperature to 33 degrees. We have blankets for you to use. We have hot showers at both locations and our changing rooms at Cannon Hill have electric heating.

We adjust our lesson format during the cooler months, to make sure your child stays warm throughout their classes. We keep them warm in the water up to their shoulders. Our younger students will be lying on the island on their tummies, nicely covered with warm water. Older students will stand or sit with their bodies comfortably beneath the surface.

And parents will keep their babies safe and low in the water during our baby programs.

We will not have children sit on the wall (and if they do, we splash warm water on the side to warm them up). We change ‘standing up’ routines to ‘pushing off in crouch position’ ones. These are just a few examples of how we make year-round swimming possible and extra comfortable.

Straight Into a Warm Hug

After our staff has done everything to keep your child warm during their class, we need you for the next step. We always ask parents to come to the pool edge with the child’s towel and wrap them up on exit. Sometimes parents get distracted or do not realise class has finished. Their child gets out of the pool, runs to mum or dad and will be shivering by the time they get there.

This does not mean it is too cold for swimming lessons. The lessons are warm. The run afterwards is not.

So please, make sure to stand ready at the pool side to catch them straight into a warm towel hug!

Swimming all year round is the best gift you can give your child. It helps with their development, confidence, physical and mental health, fitness, social skills and more. And it will benefit the parents, with happier kids, safer kids, and an investment that keeps on giving.

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Parents role in baby and Toddler swimming

Parents seeking ways to improve their young child’s confidence, independence and relaxation in water need look no further than their role as the caregiver ahead of and during a baby swimming lesson or new born swimming lesson.

The caregiver plays an invaluable role in assisting and enhancing the child’s aquatic development. Influences on a baby’s swimming ability are exerted well before a baby enters a swimming pool, and in fact these influences begin at birth with the bathing process.

Parents need to be aware of the verbal and physical influences they impart to their child about water

If the parent themself exhibits nervousness or fear around water, these emotions may in turn be passed on to the baby or young child, regardless of whether they have been verbalised.

Phrases such as “don’t go near the water, it’s dangerous!”, or actions including hastily dragging a child away from an aquatic environment such as the edge of a pool are likely to cultivate within a young child a negative attitude toward water, and in turn will magnify the difficulties associated with introducing the child to the water or swim lessons.

During initial swim lessons in particular, it is important for parents to be positive and to display their enthusiasm for the experience. Young children, and especially babies, are extremely in tune with their mum and dad’s reactions and responses, and an infant’s reaction to a new environment, sights, sounds and people will to a large extent be determined by the response of their carer.

For this reason, parents need to remain relaxed throughout the duration of a swim lesson. A parent’s body language is an important component of ensuring early swim lessons go smoothly, and is integral to the success of the water familiarisation and learn-to-swim processes.

A parent who is nervous and clings to their child or holds them out of the water sends a message to the child that the child is in an unsafe environment. Instead, the parent in the swim lesson should remain relaxed with your shoulders at the water’s surface or just below, and gently support the child in the water, or alternatively, if the child is old enough, they should encourage the independence of the baby in the water and allow the baby to hold onto them.

Parental involvement in the child’s lesson is fundamentally important.

The education provided by the instructor in correcting submersion techniques and providing guidelines for activities is paramount to a child’s progression, and allows the parent themselves to become a teacher outside of the structured lesson environment.

The full benefits of a swim lesson are acquired through active participation in lessons and listening to instructor’s guidelines for activities. An enthusiasm for all the swim lesson activities is essential….and in most cases requires the parent getting wet!

While most classes don’t require you to be able to swim, young children learn from what their parents do, so demonstration is a wonderful tool and hastens the learning process. When submerging or getting wet, parental communication with the child through facial expressions and tone of voice can provide the child with much-needed confidence.

Being positive about going under the water lets the child know that it is ok to submerge, and a parent’s resistance to such activities along with behaviours such as wiping eyes after surfacing should be avoided. Instructors will facilitate activities through the parents and, as such, positive reinforcement of the child through praise given at all stages is an important role of the parent.

Children love attention from their parents, and their confidence in the water will flourish naturally with praise

It is important to remember that every child learns at their own individual pace. Learning to swim is not a race in itself, so comparisons made with others in a class or efforts made to rush the learn-to-swim process often hinder the child’s swim development.

Furthermore, forcing a distressed or a crying child underwater is inappropriate, and can not only potentially harm a child’s swim progress, but also form the foundation of mistrust. The role of a parent in swim lessons for a child of the under 3 age group is much more than just getting in the water with the child. It involves the parent playing an active part in their child’s aquatic learning and education, as well as a respect for and an understanding of the water.

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Having arrived from the liquid environment of their mother’s womb, babies feel quite comfortable in water, until the age of approximately 12 months, when they lose their natural responses to the aquatic environment. Starting swimming lessons before your baby develops a fear of water will give them a great advantage in building swimming skills.

Steps to Take Before Starting Swimming Lessons

Enrolling your child in swimming lessons may seem challenging at first, but with some preparation it will be a memorable and enjoyable experience for both the parent and the baby. Here are some steps to take:

Decide on the Best Time to Start

A general rule of thumb says you should wait until your baby is 3 months old, however, Hampton Swim School is the first swimming school in Australia offering free swimming classes for babies from birth to 3 months. Our Starfish program gently introduces children to water and creates a bonding opportunity for new parents and their babies. You can consult your health provider to make sure your baby is ready for swimming.

Familiarise Your Baby With Water During Bath Time

You can use bath time to get your baby accustomed to being in the water. We talk in depth about how to use bath time for water conditioning in the Baby Bath Conditioning blogpost.

Find a Swimming School That Provides Classes for Babies

Your baby needs proper conditions for its early swimming classes to benefit from them. At swim schools specialising in infant aquatics, like Hampton Swim School, the staff will make sure that the water in the pool is heated to the right temperature and that you and your baby make the most of the time spent in water. The instructors will guide you through a series of gentle activities that will contribute to your child’s development.

Make Sure You Feel Comfortable in the Water Yourself

Swimming lessons should be a relaxing, enjoyable experience for you and your baby. If you don’t feel comfortable in the water, think about taking a few swimming lessons to brush up your skills.

Arrive Early Enough to Prepare for the Swimming Lesson

Allow enough time to get you and your baby ready for the swimming class. Don’t feed your baby during the 30 minutes before class to avoid spitting up during the lesson.

What to Take Checklist:

• Towels
• Swimwear
• Swim diapers
• Dry clothes
• Stroller or infant seat

Enjoy the Experience!

With proper preparation, your baby’s first swimming class will be an unforgettable experience for both of you. So why wait? Contact Hampton Swim School and schedule your newborn Swimming Class today!

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Babies arrive in the world from the warm liquid environment of their mother’s womb, free of inhibition and without an inbuilt fear of water. Typically, however, a baby’s innate responses to the aquatic environment are lost at around the age of 12 months, and they may sometimes develop a fear of water or a sense of feeling uncomfortable in water around this age. That’s why baby bath conditioning is so important.

Early introduction to the water has also been shown to improve the physical and psychological development of baby, and to enhance their strength, mobility, concentration and independence.

In this article we will discuss baby bath conditioning: tips on bathing a newborn, positions you can hold them in the bath, how to familiarise your baby with water, how to and teach them to hold their breath and prepare them for swimming lessons, and how to make sure you do it all as safely as possible.

Tips on bathing a newborn

Many new parents worry about bathing their newborn. Here are some tips on when and how to do it to make sure it’s an enjoyable experience for everyone:

1. Bathing does not increase the risk of infection to an umbilical cord stump, so you don’t need to wait for the stump to heal completely before getting your newborn into the tub.
2. Choose a time for bathing when there will be minimal interruption and plenty of time for undivided attention.
3. Bathing before bedtime will help your baby relax and sleep better.
4. Avoid baths just before or after feeding – if a baby is hungry they won’t relax and enjoy the experience, and if they are full from a feed there is a risk of them ‘spitting up’.
5. Never leave your child unsupervised or alone. If you need to leave the bathroom to answer the door or phone, wrap your baby in a towel and take them with you.
6. Bathing your baby can be much easier if you join them in the bath. Handling a wet, slippery body is challenging, and being in the bath with your baby means better security and safety for all.
7. Minimising heat is important, so make sure the air and bath temperatures are comfortable and appropriate for your baby’s sensitive skin.

3 positions for baby bath conditioning

There are 3 positions you can place your baby in to allow them to experience different sensations while in the water.

Before you begin, make sure the bath doesn’t have too much water (even with the parent in the bath with baby, only a few inches of water are required). And remember, and at no stage should your newborns face/mouth/nose be in or under the water.

First position for baby bath conditioning

In the first position, parents lower themselves into the water, lying on their back. Baby is then placed stomach down on their parent’s chest/stomach in a way that allows them to snuggle and feel close contact with their parent.

The parent then gently pours water from a cup over baby’s back and legs (which, for safety reasons, remain out of the water and on top of their parent’s torso) allowing the baby to feel the warm stimulation of the water running over their skin.

Second position for baby bath conditioning

Once the baby has been introduced to the water in this way, the parent may sit up and cradle their baby in front of them (between their legs).

Supporting baby with one hand behind their neck/head and the other behind their lower back area, the parent then gradually lowers their baby into the water so that the back of baby’s head and ears are submerged, with their face remaining clear of the water. The back of their head must be supported at all times by the parent. This cradle position allows for face-to-face contact between parent and child.

Once comfortable in this position, the parent may remove their supporting hand at the base of the baby’s spine to allow the baby a greater degree of independence and increased freedom to experience the buoyancy of the water.

Third position for baby bath conditioning

The third position involves the baby being held tummy down in the water with the parent seated. Baby must be constantly supported to keep the mouth and nose clear of the water.

In this position, the parent’s hands are held under baby’s armpit with thumbs pointed skywards. The palms of the hands are rotated upwards to allow the wrists to come together to support baby’s chin and to allow the baby to rest their head on the hands of the parent.

Baby lies in a horizontal position to the water, with their head kept up (supported by Mum or Dad’s hands) and their backside close to the surface of the water. Babies love this prone position because it gives them freedom to move and extend their legs in a motion that is otherwise not possible on land. It also allows the parent freedom to swish baby from side-to-side and back-and-forth. And it even allows baby to push off the end of the bath, which can strengthen the legs of the baby and give them an added sense of security.

Once the child is comfortable in the water in these positions, parents may commence teaching breath control via stimulus response as detailed below.

The trigeminal reflex of newborns prevents water inhalation

Newborns have a trigeminal reflex that enables them to automatically stop breathing for a short period of time if they are submerged underwater or if water touches the nasal/mouth region of their face. The reflex also helps prevent infants from inhaling water (even with their mouths wide open) for a short period while underwater.

However, you shouldn’t try to ‘dunk’ or submerge your infant prematurely. Babies need to be conditioned to water first. You can use a simple routine at bath time that will guarantee a simple and natural transfer from above water to underwater (and from bath to swimming pool). Water conditioning develops a child’s breath control and breath-holding capacity in preparation for submersion.

Teaching your baby to hold its breath around water – stimulus response

Through verbal and visual cues, babies can be taught to hold their breath as a small amount of water is gently poured onto their face. You can use the following stimulus response technique when your baby is having a bath:

1. Take half a cup of water, preferably in a brightly coloured cup to add visual stimulation.
2. Gain your child’s attention using the cup as a visual cue.
3. Using the key words ‘Child’s Name, Ready, Go!’ pour the cup of water evenly and consistently across the child’s head. This Cue, ‘Name, Ready, Go! is extremely important in the conditioning process. The phrase is a trigger which tells the child to prepare to hold their breath.
4. Congratulate and provide positive reinforcement to your baby. This will increase the child’s enthusiasm, confidence and relaxation towards this process, and with being in the water.

Once your child is comfortable with having a small amount of water poured over their face, you may increase the amount of water in the cup. Or, alternatively, you can gradually increase the amount of time it takes to pour the same amount of water out of the cup. This technique improves the breath-holding capacity of your baby.

And of course, your baby must be supervised at all times throughout this water-conditioning activity.

When to stop the water-conditioning process

If your child is crying, distressed or has ingested water you should stop the conditioning process and remove them from the bath.

You can use lots of positive reinforcement if your baby is upset or has accidentally ingested water. Also, vibrant toys or a new activity can often provide an effective distraction.

Why not jump in the bath with your baby?

Sharing the bath with your baby during water conditioning offers a number of benefits. Firstly, it prevents you from being distracted. Secondly, it allows easy access to hold your baby upright in the bath so that water is free to flow down their face rather than up their nose.

Thirdly, sharing a bath with your baby allows you to form a stronger bond of trust while conditioning them to water. And lastly, it can be a lot of fun to share this part of your child’s development.

So don’t be afraid to get in the bath and get wet with your infant as part of their preparation for your babies swimming lessons!

How to help your child relax during the process

If you can remain calm and relaxed during this process, this will help your baby feel the same way. Your baby can feel if you are nervous or stressed.

Remember, the aim of conditioning is to provide a positive introduction to water, so keep a close eye on your baby’s reactions to different experiences.

How to be safe at bath time

In Australia an average of 19 children drowns in bathtubs annually. And the majority of these deaths occur silently and in seconds, in a few centimetres of water while the parent or caregiver is not in the room.

A number of simple steps can be taken to make sure bath time is safe.

Never leave your baby unattended in the bath

It’s easy to get distracted by the doorbell, food cooking on the stove, your mobile phone ringing, or another child crying. However, you should never leave your baby in the bath—for any reason. If you need to leave the room, simply scoop them up, wrap them in a towel and take them with you.

Get everything together before starting the bath

All necessary equipment such as the child’s clothes, nappies, dry towels, bath toys and soaps should be organised prior to running the bath. This helps ensure you can provide constant arm’s reach supervision of the infant throughout the bathing period.

Don’t get an older child to watch a baby in the bath

An older child left in charge of a younger child may not recognise or react fast enough to an incident. So don’t ask an older child to watch a baby in the bath while you go and do something else. If you need to leave the bathroom, take the baby with you.

Share the bath with your baby

In the case of young infants, you can hop in the bathtub and help make bath time a bonding experience. This also minimises the risk of distraction. The recommended depth of water for a bathing baby is between 5-8cm.

Use non-slip mats in the bath

Non-slip mats can help prevent immersion accidents, and are a wise investment for baby bath time.

Consider using a chair or cushion

You should consider using a small fold-up chair, stool or cushion during the bathing supervision period. These can provide comfort and means you are less likely to move from your monitoring position.

Empty bathwater immediately after the bath

Remember to empty the bathwater immediately after the bath has finished. This removes any risk of a bathwater immersion incident at a later time.

Swimming lessons for babies

At Hampton Swim School, we provide swimming lessons for babies, toddlers and children on the South Side of Brisbane.

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At Hampton Swim School, we have a specialised swimming program for babies created by a former Australian Swimming representative, Julia Ham.

Our swimming classes are designed for maximum enjoyment and learning opportunities. And we find that a vast majority of babies enjoy our classes right away. But, if for some reason your baby is resistant to swimming lessons, we can help make them feel right at home in the water.

Why our swim program is perfect for babies

Hampton Swim School has a swim program that grows with your baby and their needs. Our expert teachers and carefully constructed classes teach swimming in a fun way. This means that your baby is much more likely to enjoy their swimming lessons with us.

We have classes tailored to newborn babies and up to 3 years, separated by age groups. All these classes are part of our ‘BabySteps Swim Program’.

This program includes:

• BabyBegins: from birth to 3 months
• Starfish: from 3–9 months
• Jellyfish: from 10–16 months
• Turtle: from 17–30 months
• Penguin: from 2–3 years of age.

You can read more about each class on our BabySteps Swim Program page.

What to do if your baby is not enjoying swim classes?

Sometimes your baby may not enjoy a particular swim class at first. This can be for a variety of reasons and may have nothing to do with the class itself—for example, if they are getting sick.

As kids learn new skills and experience new things—like being submerged underwater—some may become a little scared at first. But as a parent, it’s important to know that this is all part of the learning process.

The best thing you can do for your baby is to persist and stay with the classes. You’ll find that as the weeks pass and your child has a chance to get used to the class, their mood will often change significantly. At first they might be scared, but soon—with our support and care—they will be laughing and playing and having a ball! And so will you.

What we can do to help your baby enjoy the class

Normally, most babies love our swimming classes! But if your child needs a little help settling in, our trained swimming teachers will work with you to make sure your child gets the most out of the classes.

What you can do to help your baby enjoy swimming lessons

Children are like little sponges, and are great at picking up the energy and emotions of other people around them. So, as you’ve probably experienced, if you become anxious or stressed, your child is likely to pick up on this.

The best thing you can do is to relax and enjoy yourself. By remaining calm and having fun, your child is likely to do the same.

Find out more about our swimming lessons for babies

If you have any questions about our swimming lessons for babies, please contact us today.

We have classes at Morningside, Bulimba and Norman Park.

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So what should you look for in swimming lessons for babies in Brisbane?

1. A comfortable environment

A warm pool can make all the difference to how your child handles being in the water! It’s much more comfortable for you too if the water is warm when you are in it with your baby.

Small classes are also important, and be sure to check if the pool is open to the public during babies lessons. If they are, you can expect it to get quite busy or difficult to hear the instructor, particularly if lessons are on a weekend in the summer.

2. Learning for you and your baby

Look for swimming lessons for babies that are about you, as much as your baby. Good swimming lesson for babies will teach you how to handle your baby in the water, get them in and out of the pool and give ideas for water games you can play with your baby.

3. Trained, calm and confident teachers

Some babies will scream in the water, whether it’s warm or cold! It can be a little daunting for you if this happens when your baby enters the pool. Trained and experienced teachers will be used to this, and will be able to make you and your baby feel relaxed about the learning process, even if your child is upset. Look for a swim school that is structured and organised enough to allow you to have one on one time with the teacher, if needed.

4. A clear program with ways for babies to progress

While babies swimming lessons are essentially about familiarisation and safety in the water, it is important to look for lessons that provide clear goals and ways to very gently encourage babies to move onto the next stages of their swimming journey, as they become older and more developmentally ready to take on the next challenge.

If you find a swim school that looks like it appeals to you, the best way to know for sure is to pop in and observe a lesson!

Hampton Swim School in Brisbane provides an excellent program for babies and cater for a variety of needs. Contact us join or observe a lesson today.

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Babies learn so many new things at a rapid rate. From the moment they enter the world, their brains are making connections and they are interacting with the world through their senses. It’s not long before they are achieving major milestones, such as crawling, walking and talking. Learning to swim is another one they can eventually achieve.

You might be starting to think about extra-curricular activities you might like to do with your baby. Perhaps baby gym, music or art classes take your fancy. There’s a world of activities in Brisbane that you can do with your child and they all have their benefits. Giving your child the gift of swimming, is one that you will never regret. You will be giving your child one of the most important life skills they can have. It will stay with them forever. Unlike learning milestones such as walking, swimming needs to be taught and experienced before it can be mastered.

Is learning to swim really that important though? The answer is absolutely yes. Here’s why:

Swimming keeps you safer 

Swimming can save the life of you or someone else in an emergency. The ability to swim keeps people safe around beaches, pools, rivers and other waterways. It also opens people up to participating safely in a whole new world of experiences including scuba diving, jet-ski rides, surfing and so much more!

Swimming keeps your body and mind healthy

Learning to swim gives you one of the only forms of low impact exercise that works your whole body at once. It reduces the chances of cardiovascular disease, diabetes and more. It both strengthens and tones your body.

Swimming also contributes to strengthening the left and right sides of the brain. It is both relaxing and stimulating for the mind.

Swimming keeps you happy

Swimming is a great relaxant and learning to swim means you can partake in social situations you might have otherwise missed out on! From pool parties to getting on a canoe or exploring overseas, swimming keeps you social and happy, for life.

Swimming keeps you confident

Swimming from an early age teaches children to have realistic, attainable goals and to celebrate their achievements when they reach that goal. This builds self confidence which is something they can take with them to their schooling, workplace and beyond. There’s always ways to challenge yourself in the water even if you are an experienced swimmer. There are new strokes to swim and times to beat so there’s always ways to build that confidence!

Anyone at any age can start learning to swim. From babies to adults, there’s a class to suit all abilities. Call Hampton Swim School in Brisbane and learn to swim today.

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