Welcome to The Swim Cave in Stone venue!
We teach our Baby & Pre-School swimming classes here at this fantastic purpose built swim facility in North Staffordshire (formerly know as Gust)
Our expert swimming teachers tailor the lessons to progress every individual at their own pace. We want all of our children to love the water and learn to swim beautifully in a fun, relaxed environment.
You'll find all the information that you need for this pool below. We look forward to seeing you at the pool!
Pool information
Location: The Swim Cave, 1 Whitebridge Way, Stone, Staffordshire, ST15 8JS
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Parking & Directions: Free parking is available right outside the facility. Once you enter the estate, follow the road round and you’ll spot the signs on the building. Main entrance is at the front of the building.
Essential information:
- Please do not enter the pool unless told to do so by your teacher
- IMPORTANT - Look out for and read the Puddle Ducks signs and notices
- Please do not enter the pool unless told to do so by your teacher.
- Strictly no eating or smoking on the premises
- A well-fitting neoprene swim nappy must be worn with a disposable swim nappy or one of our environmentally friendly Nappy Wraps & Liners underneath if your child is in Floaties, Splashers or Kickers and in other programmes if they are not potty/toilet trained. Why not buy one of our great value Baby Essential Swim Kits which contain everything you need for your swim lessons
- You can find lots more useful information about attending our swim classes on our FAQs page
Changing Rooms
- Individual changing cubicles are available for each parent/child pair with baby changing facilities.
- Free storage is available within changing area. Please do not take car seats in to the changing rooms, they can be left outside the changing rooms along with your footwear.
- Please arrive no more than 15 minutes prior to the start of your classes to avoid congestion and to allow yourselves time to get changed.
- Please supervise your children at all times whilst on the premises, so they do not go pool side by themselves.
- We request that everyone showers before entering the pool please (and remind children to use the toilet prior to lessons if applicable).
- Please bring a changing mat for your little one (Floaties, Splashers & Kickers) to use in the changing rooms.
- Please bring a towel poolside for your child.
- Please supervise your child at all times around the pool area.
- ALL nappies must be taken home with you.
Technical Information:
- Pool temperature: 30-31°C.
- Poolside assistant: No
- Depth: 1.2m
- Maximum class ratios:
- 8 children/adult pairs:1 teacher (Baby & Preschool)
Exclusivity: Puddle Ducks use one of the pools during hire times. There is a second pool that may be used for training or other swim lessons at the same time, you will be greeted at the desk and directed accordingly. Spectators are welcome to watch lessons through the window from reception, a selection of hot drinks and snacks are available from the vending machines.
Mobile Phones: Strictly no phones to be used within the changing rooms. Phones can be taken poolside at your own risk but photos and videos can only be taken during 'Splash Time' at the end of the lesson.
Local Information:
Nearest Café: Whitebridge Coffee Shop, Unit 24A, Whitebridge Lane, Stone, ST15 8LQ
Nearest Play Centre: Come Into Play, Unit A, Whitebridge Lane, Stone, ST15 8LQ
We look forward to welcoming you to our swimming lessons at The Swim Cave!