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    Infant swimming lessons with the Y are a great way for your child to discover the water.

    Suitable for children and babies from six months to three years of age, our infant program provides a safe and playful environment for your child to begin their swimming journey. We focus on water familiarisation, exploration and safety skills.

    In the infant program, children will learn to:

    • be familiar with having water over their face and head;
    • blow bubbles;
    • safely recover from a fall in;
    • float, paddle and propel themselves through the water.

    Parent and baby swimming

    Parent and baby swimming is incorporated into our infant swimming lessons.

    As a parent or carer, you will be with your baby or toddler in the pool until they turn three years of age. This builds confidence, supports your child's learning and gives you the opportunity to bond with your child. During the lessons, you'll also learn about water safety and learning you can do in the home.

    Parents and carers must stay in the pool with infants for the whole lesson.

    Our swimming teachers

    Our teachers hold nationally accredited swimming teacher and water safety certificates, as well as specialised qualifications for teaching infants. They have current CPR certificates, Working with Children Checks and have training in safeguarding children and young people.

     

    Infant swimming levels

    Whether your baby is dipping their toes in the pool for the first time or your toddler is a keen paddler, we have a swimming level suited to your child.

    In some instances swimming levels may be combined to ensure all children and parents are able to enjoy the social benefits of group activities.

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    Starfish

    For children aged six to 12 months. Parent / carers join their child in the water to learn water safety education and socialise with group activities. Activities include water exploration as well as buoyancy and flotation with attempted movement towards a target (with and without aids). Class size: eight students.
    Periwinkle

    For children aged one to two years. Parent / carers join their child in the water. This level focuses on water safety education, becoming confident and comfortable in the water, progressions towards floating and kicking, and comfortable and confident submersion on request. Class size: eight students.
    Minnow

    For children aged two to three years. Parents / carers join their child in the water for buoyancy and flotation activities. Children learn kicking and arm movements, recovery from a fall in and deliberate movement towards a target. Class size: eight students.
    • Prices

      Please see the current prices below for baby and infant swimming lessons.

      Price per lesson Fortnightly direct debit
      Swimming lessons $19.80 $39.60
      Private 1:1 swimming lesson $56.80 $113.60

      12 week swimming lesson block
      *Paid unfront

      		 N/A $260.40
      Accessible classes (please contact us for further details)  $19.80 (per 20 minute class) $39.60

      Aquaplay - casual basis (three months - three years old)

      • Bookings are required
      • Tuesdays at 12:30pm - 1:00pm
      • Contact us for further details 
      		 $10.50 (one hour session)

      Free (if enrolled in Starfish, Perwinkle, Minnow or Tadpole swim classes)
      		  

      Payment for our swimming lesson membership is taken fortnightly by direct debit, with the total cost spread out across the year with 26 equal payments. This minimises the cost impact to families and ensures your membership is easy to maintain.

      No lock-in contracts – simply provide 14 days' written notice to cancel.

      We review our prices each year.

    • What benefits do swimming lesson members receive?

      Swimming lessons members receive:

      • 48 swimming lessons per year - one per week;
      • unlimited pool access (excluding the warm water pool) for the student and a supervising parent - great for practise or play;
      • unlimited access to Baw Baw Outdoor Pools during opening hours;
      • access to four make-up lessons per year for children who miss a lesson;
      • optional suspension period during non-program weeks;
      • certificates for each level of the program achieved.

      Parents of children will receive:

      • access to the SwimDesk parent portal to track your child’s achievements as they progress through the swim program.

       

    • What should I bring to baby swimming lessons?
      • Swimwear (for yourself and your child)
      • Dry clothes
      • Towels

      If your child is still in nappies, you will also need to bring aqua nappies that fit tightly around the thighs. Don't worry if you don't have any or forget to pack them – you can buy them in centre.
    • Are infant swimming lessons accessible?

      Yes. Infant and toddler classes supported by a parent in the water are a great way for all children to be introduced to water regardless of ability.
    • When should babies start swimming lessons?

      Babies must be at least six months old to start swimming lessons and our infant and toddler programs are ideal for children up to the age of three years.

      Introducing your child to the water from a young age helps them to become strong, safe swimmers with a lifelong love of the water.

    How to enrol in swimming lessons with the Y

    To enrol in swimming lessons, feel free to come into the centre and speak to us. You can also call us on (03) 5672 4194 or submit an enquiry using the form on this page.

    Our friendly customer service staff will help you determine the right swimming program level for your child.

    For more information, fill in the enquiry form on this page and we will be in touch.

     

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