Seal Swim School

At what age should my child learn to swim?

On September 6, 2019 By admin
The recommended earliest age your child can learn to swim is six months old, but we start their aquatic training from birth with our: FREE BabyBond Program. There is evidence that the earlier you start your child in the aquatic field the more relaxed they will be in their new learning [...]
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How can I take care of my child’s skin?

On September 6, 2019 By admin
We recommend you rinse your child off in the shower after each lesson and apply some sorbolene cream to their skin. If your child suffered from severe cases of eczema, barrier cream with natural ingredients is recommended as this will allow the skin to ‘breath’ whilst in the warm water environment. Always check the ingredients [...]
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When should we NOT attend classes?

On September 6, 2019 By admin
If your child has: conjunctivitis, slap cheek, influenza, diarrhoea, chicken pox or any symptoms of gastroenteritis DO NOT ATTEND SWIMMING LESSONS. Please consult your doctor if you are unsure as to how long after the illness they should wait before attending swimming lessons again.
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What sort of bathers does my child need to wear swimming?

On September 6, 2019 By admin
Infants and toddlers are required to wear aqua nappies. (re-usable or disposable) They need to be snug fitting around legs and stomach areas to stop any accidents from entering the pool. You can purchase these at reception. Older children should wear comfortable swimwear that allows them to move freely.
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Why are swim caps compulsory for children 3 years and older?

On September 6, 2019 By admin
All children aged 3 years and over are required to wear a swim cap during their lesson. This helps to keep hair out of their face while swimming. It also assists in keeping the filtration system running smoothly without any hair clogging up the system.
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Are goggles compulsory?

On September 6, 2019 By admin
We recommend your child learns to swim without goggles. This is so they do not become reliant on them. If your child has a real fear of putting their face in the water, goggles would be useful until they gain their confidence. Our aim would be not to use them for their whole lesson.
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Why do parents need to wear a rash shirt?

On September 6, 2019 By admin
During parent/child classes we require each parent to wear a rash shirt rather than a T-shirt. This ensures the pool water is kept clean by keeping lint to a minimum (with the exception to clothing swim week). A rash shirt also aids the process of your child learning to swim. A child learns very early [...]
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