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18 FAQs About Weekly Swim Lessons in Wimbledon

18 Frequently asked questions about Our Weekly Swimming Lessons

In the past 15 years, we have received and answered many questions But, the below frequently asked questions about our swimming lessons are asked daily. In addition to our T&C, we are answering the most often questions clients ask when considering booking weekly termly lessons

1. Where are your weekly swimming lessons on Saturdays?

We offer our lessons at Wimbledon College in Wimbledon Village on Saturday afternoon from 2.30 pm to 5.30 pm.

2. How long is a term of swimming lesson?

We work based on school terms, and offer 3 terms of swimming lessons in each year. Each term is approximately 12 weeks (varies between 14 to 11 weeks). When schools are open, our weekly lessons run.

3. How many terms in a year?

There are three terms of swimming lessons in each year. a. Autumn term runs from early September to mid December. b. Spring term runs from early January (after New Year holidays) until Easter break. c. Summer term starts after Easter break and runs until mid-July

4.Do clients need to do a block booking and why?

Normally yes. With block booking, clients have consistency in the time of lessons and also the swim teacher.

5. Do you offer large group lessons?

No. We do offer private (1:1), semi-private(1:2) and small groups that have a maximum of 3 children per class.

6. For adults lessons, what are the options?

For adults we generally offer 1:1 lessons. Semi-private (1:2) and 1:3 swimming lessons could be offered to partners or friends who wish to share lessons with each other. We don’t offer groups lessons for adults.

7. Are the 1:2 (semi-private) lessons for children designed for children of the same family (siblings) or children from different families can also book semi-private lessons?

1:2 or semi-private lesson is a popular choice for siblings. Sometimes also friends also share lessons and book 1:2.
For example, if in one family, there are siblings who are a similar age and have similar swimming abilities, we can organise 1:2.
In general, the option of 1:2 lessons is ideal and popular for children of similar age and swimming abilities to share lessons.
But, 1:2 lessons are not just for children of one family.
If we can also find a child who is similar age to your child and also has swimming ability as your child, we can also offer booking 1:2 lessons.

8. What’s the cancellation policy for termly lessons? After booking if we change our mind can we cancel and get a refund?

Termly bookings with us is at least for a term and after payment is made, the booking is non-refundable.
You can read more to T&C.

9. What will happen if clients miss a lesson due to a birthday party, or a weekend away or a common illness like Cold? Can clients have catch-up lessons or credit for any missed lessons?

Unfortunately, we don’t provide credit or catch-up lessons if clients miss lessons due to personal reasons like birthday parties, weekend away, or common sickness like cold. If clients don’t show up in our lessons, lessons are forfeited

10. Can clients book trial lessons before booking for the full term?

Yes, if we have any availability, sometimes we could offer a one-off booking so, our trials are not free. After doing a one-off session, if you decide to continue, you need to do block booking.
11. Can clients who are busy or go away very often have more flexibility and just book in advance for dates they are interested in having lessons?
Unfortunately, the answer is no.
12. Can Clients book ad-hoc lessons?
Sometimes it is possible only for 1:1 lessons to book ad-hoc. But, the downside of ad-hoc lessons is, there is no guarantee we will have slots for dates you wish to book. Plus, you may end up having lessons at different times with different teachers. Our block booking system provides clients with consistency which is important in teaching.

13. Do you offer Saturday morning lessons?

No, currently our Saturday lessons run in the afternoon only, from 2.30 pm to 5.30 pm at Wimbledon College in Wimbledon Village. We don’t offer Saturday morning slots at this time.

14. Do you require children to wear a life jacket or vest during lessons?

No, we don’t use life jackets or vests in any of our swimming lessons. you can see the type of floatation devices we use in our lessons in this video.

A 4–5 year old child in a blue swim cap and pink swimsuit practicing a back float with an instructor at Blue Wave Swim School in Wimbledon15. Will there be an instructor in the pool with my child during lessons?

Yes, if needed. Our instructors get in the water with children who are not yet able to fully support themselves while swimming. As children become more confident and competent swimmers, instructors typically teach from both in the water and poolside.

16. My child already has some swimming experience elsewhere – how do you decide which lessons are right for them?

If your child has a recognisable badge or certificate from another swim school that is helpful for us to know the level of your child. If you child has had lessons before and cannot still swim without help/floats, there is no need for an assessment. However, for children who can swim more then 10 meters, we recommend booking an assessment session first. This allows us to check where your child is at, both in terms of swimming skills and confidence in the water, so we can give you accurate advice on the most suitable lesson type and time slot for them.

17. Is there a fee for the assessment, and how do I book one?

The 10-minute assessment is free for children who can already swim unaided. Assessments must be pre-booked in advance; clients cannot just show up on the day. If your child is a complete beginner, no assessment is needed – a child who can only swim with armbands or other flotation aids is classed as a complete beginner.

18. Can I book an assessment or lessons in advance if my child can’t start straight away (e.g. due to notice periods with another swim school)?

Yes, we’re happy to arrange an assessment ahead of your child’s actual start date, so everything is in place and ready to go as soon as they’re available to join us and we have an available slot to offer.

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