AUTUMN 2026
Starting: 4th October 2026
The Imperial, Sliema
Please note: Booking slots are expected to sell out fast. Place your booking early to avoid disappointment.
👶 Parent & Child Swimming Classes
One parent must be in the water with the child at all times.
This is a dedicated parent-child class designed to be a shared learning experience. Each session introduces your little one to the joy of water in a safe, supportive, and structured environment.
At this age, children are naturally curious and eager to explore. Our classes harness this curiosity with gentle guidance to help develop:
- Water confidence
- Basic swimming skills
- Correct body positioning and movement
- A fun, positive connection with the water
Sessions are held in a warm, shallow pool to ensure maximum comfort for both child and guardian.
📘 Course Outline
🌊 Introduction to Water (Getting Comfortable)
Objective: Familiarise toddlers with the pool environment
Activities:
- Gentle entry into the water with instructor support
- Water play with floating toys
- Practising blowing bubbles
🛟 Water Safety and Basic Buoyancy
Objective: Introduce simple safety rules and the concept of buoyancy
Activities:
- Holding the pool wall for support
- Floating on the back with assistance
- Kicking legs to stay afloat
💨 Submerging and Breath Control
Objective: Build confidence in submerging and holding breath
Activities:
- Gradual, supported face submersion
- Breath control exercises (inhale–exhale)
- Submersion games to reinforce comfort
🏊 Water Movement and Basic Paddling
Objective: Introduce arm movements and water propulsion
Activities:
- Encouraging splashing and reaching
- Supported forward movement
- Grabbing floating objects
🌟 Floating and Independent Kicking
Objective: Build confidence in independent motion
Activities:
- Practising back floating
- Independent kicking with support
- Combining arm and leg movements
💦 Breath Control While Moving
Objective: Develop breath control during movement
Activities:
- Controlled movement while holding breath
- Swimming toward floating toys
- Coordinating breath, kicks, and arm actions
🚨 Water Safety and Climbing Out
Objective: Teach safe pool entry and exit
Activities:
- Holding onto the wall and climbing out
- Reinforcing poolside safety rules
- Practising safe water entry
💦Introduction to Floating Devices
Objective: Build comfort with floatation aids
Activities:
- Using floating devices for support
- Moving around the pool with aids
- Combining flotation with movement skills
🎉 Water Play and Fun Activities
Objective: Encourage exploration and enjoyment
Activities:
- Interactive games like “Simon Says”
- Using toys to build comfort and confidence
- Letting toddlers freely explore the water environment
This class provides the perfect foundation for lifelong water confidence, all while creating joyful memories with your child.
💶 Course Fee
1 Lesson per Week for 11 Weeks – €240
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🧳 What Should Children Bring to Their Swimming Class?
- ✅ Comfortable swimwear
- Girls: One-piece swimsuit
- Boys: Brief-style swim trunks
- ✅ Goggles (only required from Advanced Crab level upwards)
- ✅ Towel
- ✅ Clean deck shoes (ideally easy slip-ons)
- ✅ Warm clothes for after the session
🏊 What We Provide
- ✅ All necessary swimming equipment during the lesson
- ✅ A safe, supportive environment for both children and parents