Top Tips for Newton Bridge Academy

Our Free Trials are the perfect introDUCKtion to our lessons - an opportunity to experience our lessons and chat to the teacher about any concerns you may have before signing up to our classes.

They are designed to be a trial and there is no obligation to sign up following the class however we will be in contact with you after your trial to ask for your feedback and to see if you would be interested in joining our classes.

Here are some top tips to help your trial go as swimmingly as possible!

💦Take your time to look at the information on our pool pages about Newton Bridge Academy - you can find info on here about location, parking, changing spaces and any pool specific information such as how to access certain buildings or areas.

💦 Please be aware that there are 2 sites to Newton Bridge Academy.  You need to be at the East Site, Sandon Close, which is off Sandon Road, near the Kesteven & Grantham Girls High School.  When using SatNav enter Newton Bridge Academy and choose the Sandon Close option.  The Academy is at the very top of the close on the right hand side.

💦There is very limited room for storing prams and pushchairs.  We will do our best but these may sometimes need to be stored outside the external entrance to the pool.

💦We recommend bringing your belongings in a large 'bag for life' to store clothes etc during class.

💦There are showers available poolside ONLY. Please do not use the showers in the changing cubicles.

💦Please take all your rubbish including swim nappies home with you.

💦 Don't be in a rush, aim to arrive no more than 10 minutes before your lesson and try to leave by 10 minutes after your class to help avoid changing room congestion.

💦Pack easy-to-wear clothes for changing. Take a towel poolside to wrap your child up as soon as they get out to keep them warm.

💦For small babies, bring two towels - one for as soon as they get out of the water and another to keep them warm and dry while you change.  Many of our older children find onesies the perfect clothing to put on after their lessons!  In colder weather, bring a warm hat for your child to wear after leaving their lessons.

💦If your child is in nappies, make sure you pack a spare and are aware of our double nappy requirements. You may also wish to bring a changing mat.

💦Don't forget your own swimwear - an adult must be in the pool with all children on our Baby and Pre-School programme.  We recommend the adult arrive as 'swim ready' as possible.

💦Make sure your child has a quick shower before entering the pool.

💦Thoroughly dry your child after swimming, especially ears to prevent infections and dry hair thoroughly, especially in colder months. Slightly tip your child's head to each side to ensure the water drains.

💦Bring a snack and a drink for after your lessons or check out your pool page to find your nearest cafe. There are no snacks or drinks allowed poolside or in the changing rooms.

💦If you are breastfeeding you are welcome to feed at any of our pools - you can even feed during the lesson if this is what your little one needs! Please ask the Poolside Assistant for a private space to feed if you would prefer.

💦Don't push children too hard, especially if they are nervous; let them watch others and gradually build confidence.

💦Finally, have fun!!!