Top Tips for your Free Trial
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 the pool you have chosen - 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.
💦 Don't be in a rush, aim to arrive no more than 15 minutes before your lesson and try to leave by 15 minutes after your class to help avoid changing room congestion.
💦Pack a large bag for belongings and 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!
💦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.
💦If your child is attending a Swim Academy class make sure they have a towel, goggles (these are optional) and a plastic bag for wet swimwear. They will also receive a Swim Academy cap from our team at their first lesson.
💦Don't forget your own swimwear - an adult must be in the pool with all children on our Baby and Pre-School programme.
💦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.
💦In colder weather, bring a warm hat for your child to wear after leaving their lessons.
💦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!!!