These lessons last approximately 30 minutes. However, sometimes your baby or toddler may not be happy to participate in the whole lesson. Don’t panic, this is not unusual and can be down to a change in routine, being unsettled or ‘grizzly’ or just having an ‘off’ day.

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As a parent, grandparent or guardian, you can join your little one in the pool to share their first splashes. Our baby and infant swimming lessons are led by experienced and qualified teachers who are there to guide you and your little one every step of the way. By taking a child to swim at an early age, they can develop skills in the water at the same time as they’re beginning to explore their physical abilities on dry land. For our DIPPERS and SPLASHERS up to 2 years a neoprene baby wrap over the top of a swimming nappy for extra warmth in lessons. Learning to enjoy the water with your baby will strengthen the bond between the two of you as well as making you feel more positive about swimming. What happens at baby swimming classes?Baby swim classes are usually made up of a small group of parents and babies. The classes are usually arranged by age. If you join a beginners' class it will be everyone else’s first time too. Some organisations also offer specific classes for babies who are premature or have additional needs. Enrolling your little one in swimming lessons once he’s old enough can give your child lifelong skills and confidence in the water. Even in your baby’s first year, you can consider water play classes to familiarize your baby with water and to set the stage for learning to swim.According to the AAP, babies under 6 months of age should be kept out of direct sunlight. If you’re out and about with your babe, it is best to stay in the shade as much as possible and limit sun exposure during the hottest hours of the day (between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.). Even on cloudy days, the sun’s rays are strong enough to cause a sunburn.

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Many chemicals are used to keep a pool bacteria-free. If the levels are not properly managed, bacteria and algae can grow in the pool. Childhood drowning is more common than you might think, and young children can drown in just an inch or two of water. It pays to be extra vigilant when your child is around water. A neoprene reusable swimming nappy should be worn over the top of a disposable swimming nappy to prevent any leaks in the pool.

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It’s a good idea to keep your pool covered, but a pool cover should never replace the use of a fence Never leave your baby alone — or in the care of another young child — in or near a pool. Drowning is the number one cause of injury-related death among children 1 to 4 years old, with children 12 to 36 months old being at highest risk. leading causes of injury death by age group highlighting unintentional injury deaths, United States - 2018. (2018). These classes will help to guide your baby at the right pace in the water. They also do other handy stuff like having changing mats on the side of the pool for if your baby has a mid-swim accident. Find out about toddler sessions at your local swimming pool