Starfish
Build confidence with putting the face in the water, floating and gliding.
Water Safety & Fun · Bishopstown
Water safety & fun.
Little splashes. Big first steps. A beginner programme for children building confidence in the water.
- Who it’s for
- Beginners aged 5+
- Where
- Bishopstown
- Progression
- Four levels
What your child will work on
Four levels. A little more confidence.
From Starfish to Dolphins, each level builds on the last. Your instructor helps your child progress when they are ready.
Penguins
Get comfortable in the larger pool and work on kicking, swimming on the back and retrieving objects.
Turtles
Develop full strokes, treading water and supervised deep-water skills.
Dolphins
Work on breathing, longer distances and confidence in deeper water.
Your next step
Find their
starting point.
Book a free assessment at Bishopstown. A short swim helps the team recommend the right group for your child.
Lesson fees, times and places depend on the current course. Children progress when the required skills are met.
Looking for Churchfield or Douglas lessons?Before your first lesson.
What should we bring?
Bring swimwear, a swimming hat and a towel. Ask the team about any extra items needed for your child’s group.
Does a parent or guardian need to stay?
A parent or guardian must stay on site throughout a child’s swimming lesson.
Read the admission policyWhat if we already attend lessons?
Speak to your instructor or reception about progression and your next booking. The parent guide also explains the lesson process.
Parent guide