Q: How long will it take before I can swim?
I would not speculate a duration as it really depends on the individual. If the learner is a child, say below age 6, it will take a longer duration for him/her to master the motor skills needed. Other factors to consider is whether the child fears water or has any medical condition. All which may affect the learning pace of the child. However, it is always good to expose the child to the aquatic environment earlier so that the child can build up his/her confidence at an early stage. Adults generally take a shorter time to learn (4-6 mths).
Q: What is a good age to start learning swimming?
The average starting age of our students is 4+, 5. However, there are some parents who have signed their child up at the age of 3+.
When to start learning swimming depends a lot on the child's ability/maturity to understand instructions and follow demostrations. Staying focus will be challanging for children who are very young. Also be sure that your child is fit enough to attend swimming classes. You might want to consult your family doctor before signing up for swimming lessons.
Q: What is recommended if my child is afraid of water?
Individual lessons can provide your child constant attention and thus, helping him/her overcome anxiety and pick up skills at a faster pace. Thereafter, he/she can be incorporated into a group. Q: Can I swim if I am under medical treatment or if I am unwell?
If you are suffering from any medical condition, always seek advice from your doctor first before attending any swimming lessons.
Q: What strokes will I learn?
You will learn all the four competitive swimming strokes namely the frontcrawl, breaststroke, butterfly and backstroke. And for children who are taking the survival swimming awards, they will learn the sidestroke and survival-back as well.
Q: What kind of certification is provided?
For children, they will attempt the National Survival Swimming Awards, which consists of the Bronze, Silver, Gold and Gold Star awards (conducted by Singapore Sports Council).
For competent swimmers, they can take up aquatic lifesaving courses leading to qualify lifesaver certificates (conducted by Singapore Lifesaving Society). (Test fees to be absorbed by students)
Q: If it rains , will lessons still go on?
Lessons will stop only if pool authority (lifeguards) stops everyone from swimming. Lessons will go on if it is drizzling. Students are expected to turn up for lessons, unless the instructor calls to inform otherwise. See terms & conditions for more details
Q: Where and what time are swimming classes conducted?
For a list of our existing classes and their respective locations please visit our parent's corner. For new classes, please call Alvin at HP: 97929414 to make arrangements.
Q: Can I pick the swimming pool by which lessons are conducted?
For group lessons, the learner can join any existing classes so long as it suits his/her level and there is vacancy left.
For individual and private lessons, the learner is allow to choose the location and timing for the lessons. This however, is subject to the availability of the instructor. |