Every week a group of 8 children and 2 staff visit David Lloyd
Health & Fitness club for a swimming lesson. The children are
encouraged to dress themselves independently, as well as listen and
following instructions. The instructor teaches all children on an
individual and group basis and is based in the pool at all times
and follows them every step of the way, building each child's
confidence and swimming skills. For health and saftey issues the
swimming lessons are available for children aged three years and
above.
Swimming encourages the use of gross motor skills, confidence
and self esteem within the water under the supervision of the
instructor. Such opportunities encourage children to become
independent whilst learning about self care such as dressing
themselves.
The Instructor follows the Kelloggs Award system. Each child
gradually receives an award at some point with the majority
achieving their duckling level 1 & 2.
Places are not mandatory and are of an extra cost. Places are
allocated on a first come, first served basis. A full risk
assessment is in place and regularly reviewed.
Parents and siblings are very welcome to come and watch their
child's swimming lesson. And on many occasions parents have often
attended and commented on how nice it is to see their child
thrive and achieve whilst having fun with their
friends.