Baby And Kids Swimming Classes in Singapore

Baby Swimming Classes: Confidence and Fun

Starting your child’s swimming journey at an early age is an excellent way to boost their confidence and develop their skills around water. Additionally, it opens up a world of fun and fitness that lasts a lifetime.

At Inspire Mum & Baby, we provide professional swimming lessons for infants and children up to 7 years old in Singapore, designed to be both enjoyable and educational.

Ready to dive in? Learn more about our comprehensive swimming programmes for newborns to children today and help your child make a splash in a safe and supportive environment.

Benefits of Swimming for Babies and Children

Swimming from a young age offers numerous developmental benefits. Here are some key advantages of enrolling your child in our swimming classes:

Enhanced Motor Skills: Swimming helps improve coordination, balance, and overall motor skills.
Cardiovascular Health: Early swimming promotes a healthy heart and lungs.
Strength and Flexibility: Regular swimming builds muscle strength and enhances flexibility.
Cognitive Development: The sensory experiences in water can boost cognitive function and brain development.
Social Skills: Swimming classes provide an opportunity for social interaction with other babies and parents.
Water Safety: Early exposure to water helps develop essential water safety skills and reduces fear of water.
Parent-Child Bonding: Swimming together strengthens the emotional bond between you and your baby.
Confidence Building: Achieving new skills in the water boosts your baby’s confidence and self-esteem.
Swim Strokes Readiness: Prepares older children (around 4 years old) for independent swimming and learning proper strokes, leading to international swim certification.

What to Expect in Our Babies and Kids Swimming Class

Our babies and kids swimming classes are designed to provide a safe, fun, and enriching experience for your little one.

Class Structure

We do not believe in structured programmes as we embrace and celebrate that every child is different. Nonetheless, we do follow a structured format to maximise safety and learning. Here’s a quick overview:

Warm-up: Each session starts with a gentle introduction to the water, helping your child get comfortable and relaxed.
Main activities: The bulk of the swimming class involves fun exercises aimed at teaching basic water skills such as floating, kicking, and basic paddles.
Cool down: The class wraps up with calm activities to ease the children out of the swimming environment, reinforcing a positive experience.

Type of Swimming Classes

Aqua Tub® (0-3 Months): In your infant’s first swimming experience, Aqua Tub® gently introduces them to the water in the comfort of your own home. Ideal for preemies, special needs, and distressed babies, these guided sessions in a bathtub promote relaxation and water familiarity.
Aqua Touch® (6 weeks – 5 months): Aqua Touch® sessions help infants get comfortable in the water through parent-led massages and gentle movements. These activities not only improve sleep cycles but also enhance motor skills in a soothing, multisensory environment.
Aqua Infant (2-6 Months): Building a strong foundation for water confidence, Aqua Infant includes sensory-rich parent-infant water time, smoothly transitioning your baby to the more independent Aqua Babies level.
Aqua Babies (6-12 Months): In Aqua Babies classes, your little ones gain independence by safely exploring underwater in a play-based setting. Using toys and props, these classes foster curiosity and encourage small steps toward swimming independently.
Aqua Tots (1-2 Years): Aqua Tots introduces basic pool safety and skills necessary to swim short distances confidently. Through fun games that involve gliding and kicking, toddlers learn essential safety skills.
Aqua Big Tots (2-3 Years): Aqua Big Tots classes help toddlers explore buoyancy through songs and games with light parental support. As toddlers’ water competence grows, parents transition to a supervisory role, preparing swimmers for Level 3 survival tests.
Aqua Kids (4-7 Years): Aqua Kids classes refine fundamental swimming skills, focusing on breathing, floatation, and gliding before progressing to different swimming strokes. By the end of Level 4, children are ready for the SwimSafer test and STA Certification, having mastered all necessary strokes and completed the Survival Series. There are also different levels as the child progresses.

Types of Activities Included

We incorporate a mix of fun and educational activities in our swimming classes for both infants and older children in Singapore, ensuring every session enhances comfort and builds confidence in the water. Here are some of the core activities included in the classes:

Water Adjustment: Helping young babies and children acclimate to the water’s feel and temperature, which is essential for their comfort.
Gentle Floating: Assisting kids in experiencing buoyancy with support, fostering a sense of security.
Basic Kicking and Splashing: Encouraging natural movements that children often enjoy, aiding in their motor development.
Guided Water Play: Using toys and games designed for water interaction to make learning fun and engaging.
Parent and Child Bonding: Activities that involve close contact, enhancing the trust and connection between parent and child.
Breath Control: Teaching basic breath control techniques to help children become more comfortable with submersion.
Safety Skills: Introducing essential water safety skills, such as holding onto the pool edge and safe entry and exit from the water.
Swim Practices: Introducing a series of swim practices to be proper strokes ready.

Duration and Frequency of Classes

Our infant and baby swimming classes are 30 minutes each, while our kids’ swimming classes are 45 minutes. We offer most of our classes daily, providing a wide range of options to fit your schedule. If a class is full, please let us know, and we can add you to the waitlist.

Group Size and Age-Specific Classes

Our infant and baby swimming classes are intentionally kept small, with a maximum of 5-6 students per class. For kids’ swimming classes, the limit is 4 students per class. These classes are designed for children from 8 weeks to 7 years old, ensuring developmental appropriateness and safety.

Safety Measures and Precautions

Keeping your child safe during our swimming classes is our top priority. All our female coaches are internationally certified instructors with specialised training in water safety and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to provide the best care and instruction.

Hygiene measures

Our indoor salt chlorinated heated pool is regularly cleaned and maintained to meet strict hygiene standards. Moreover, we conduct frequent water quality assessments and use safe, effective cleaning products to ensure the environment remains pristine and healthy for all participants.

Parent Participation and Supervision Guidelines

We strongly encourage parental involvement in our swimming lessons to enhance the learning experience. This direct involvement helps to reinforce safety practices, provides emotional support, and fosters a deeper parent-child connection as these little ones develop new skills. Our instructors are also there to guide both parents and children, ensuring that each session goes smoothly.

Getting Started with Baby and Kids Swimming Classes in Singapore

Enrolling your infant in our baby swimming lessons in Singapore is easy and straightforward. Here’s how:

TRIAL SESSION

To register for a Baby swimming trial session, create an account at our Customer Portal.
Go to “Inspire Shop”, click “Passes”, Select either “Group Class Trial (weekday) Pass” or “Group Class Trial (weekend) Pass”,
Select the “Student” to enrol, proceed with payment.
Once payment is done, go to “My Account”. Click the Student’s Name. Look for “Passes”. Click and select the type of program, date and time and “Punch In”.

TERM CLASSES

Create an account for you and your child on our Customer Portal.
Go to the “Bookings” section.
Select the “Student” you want to enroll.
Click “See Classes.”
Choose the class and date you want to purchase.
Proceed with payment. The one-time registration fee will be automatically added to the payment.

FLEXI PASS

NEW STUDENT: To purchase 5 session Swimming Flexi passes, create an account at our Customer Portal.
Go to “Inspire Shop”, click “Passes“, select “5-session Babies & Kids Swimming Flexi Passes”,
Select the “Student” to enrol and add to cart.
Go back to “Inspire Shop”, go to “Passes”
Select “One time Registration Fee”, add to cart and proceed with payment.
Once payment is done, go to “My Account”. Click the Student’s Name. Look for “Passes”. Click and select the type of program, date and time and “Punch In”.

Tips for Preparing Your Child for Their First Swimming Class

Preparing your newborn, toddler or kid for their first swim class helps ensure that each session is well-coordinated and effective. Here are some quick parental tips to foster a love for water:

Introduce water play: Let your child enjoy splashing during bath time to get used to water.
Pack essentials: Bring one disposable and one reusable swim diaper for your baby, towel, and toiletries if needed and change of clothes. You can purchase the swim diapers in our centre.
Arrive early: Allow extra time for your child to adjust to the new environment.
Stay relaxed: Keep calm and positive to help your child feel secure.
Ensure comfort: Dress your child in comfortable swimwear.

Meet Our Swim Coaches

Dive in and meet our incredible team of female swim coaches who will make swimming lessons a joyful and educational splash for your child.

Teacher Linda

Specialisation:
Head Swim Coach | Women & Children Fitness Specialist | STA Tutor | Certified ACLP Trainer | Birth & Postpartum Doula | Watsu® & Aqua Movement Practitioner | Diastasis Recti Recovery Specialist| Myofascial Release Therapist | Advanced Pilates Instructor

Experience:
More than 17 years

Certification / Qualification:
Linda, the heart and soul of Inspire Mum & Baby, brings over 15 years of experience in aquatic therapies, prenatal and postnatal care, and women’s fitness. As Singapore’s first certified Watsu® Practitioner, she offers holistic support to women and children, blending therapeutic techniques with personalized care to achieve remarkable outcomes.

Teacher Cai Leng

Specialisation:
Swim Coach | Event Planner

Experience:
More than 4 years

Certification / Qualification:
Teacher Cai Leng is a highly experienced Swim Coach and Event Planner with a deep passion for water safety and aquatic education. As a certified STA International Baby & Preschool Swimming Teacher, she is committed to instilling a strong foundation of water confidence in her students. Cai Leng understands that water safety is paramount, and she diligently works to ensure that each of her students begins their aquatic journey with the knowledge and skills necessary to stay safe in the water.

Teacher Hanah

Specialisation:
Swim Coach | Partnership Executive

Experience:
More than 3 years

Certification / Qualification:
Teacher Hanah is a dedicated Swim Coach and Partnership Executive with a diploma in sports coaching. With a deep passion for water and adventure, Hanah has become a beloved figure among her young students, who admire her for her patient and encouraging teaching style. Her expertise as a Swim Coach, particularly as a certified STA International Baby & Preschool Swimming Teacher, has allowed her to successfully guide countless young swimmers in building confidence and essential water safety skills from an early age.

Teacher Eve

Specialisation:
Swim Coach | Tots & Kids Yoga Instructor | Event & Marketing Planner | Body Sculpting Therapist

Experience:
More than 2 years

Certification / Qualification:
Teacher Eve is a dedicated and multifaceted professional with a deep passion for nurturing the growth and development of children. As an experienced preschool teacher and certified lifeguard, she brings a wealth of knowledge and care to every interaction. Her expertise extends to her roles as a Swim Coach and STA International Baby & Preschool Swimming Teacher, where she has successfully guided countless young swimmers in building confidence and water safety skills from an early age.

Enrol Your Child in Our Swimming Classes Today

Give your baby or kid a great start with professional swimming classes in Singapore at Inspire Mum & Baby. Additionally, we offer other enriching activities like Baby Yoga and Tots Yoga or therapy services such as Aqua Therapy for babies and Myofascial Release to further support their overall development.

Enrol today to help your baby build water confidence, improve coordination, and enjoy a fun learning experience. Contact us at WhatsApp at +65 9234 1866 to get started.

Frequently Asked Questions About Baby and Kid Swimming Classes in Singapore

What is the appropriate age for babies to start swimming classes?

Our swimming classes welcome infants as young as 8 weeks old. At this tender age, babies can begin to develop water familiarity and foundational skills.

What are the benefits of swimming for babies and kids?

Swimming helps babies and kids enhance motor skills, build muscle strength, improve coordination, boost cognitive development, promote water safety, and foster a love for water, all while having fun.

How long is a typical swimming class?

A typical baby swimming class lasts for about 30 minutes, which is long enough to engage infants without keeping them in the water too long, preventing them from getting too cold or overwhelmed. At 4 years of age, the duration will be extended to 45 minutes in our Aqua Kids Programme.

What should my baby wear to a swimming class?

Your baby should wear one disposable swim diaper and one reusable swim diaper. A swimsuit is optional but can be worn in our swimming classes. These ensure both comfort and safety by preventing leaks and maintaining their body temperature in the water.

What safety measures are in place during the classes?

One parent is required to join their baby in the water during group classes to support them in the activities. For private swim classes, parent participation is optional but recommended, as being close to them can help enhance trust and support their early mental and physical development.

Do I need to be in the water with my baby during the class?

Are swimming classes safe for infants with sensitive skin?

Our swimming classes are usually safe for infants with sensitive skin, as we use salt for our indoor heated pool as the main chlorinator. However, for added assurance, it’s advisable to consult with a healthcare professional beforehand.

How often should my baby attend swimming classes?

It is recommended that babies attend swimming classes once a week to ensure consistent progress while allowing ample time for them to adapt and enjoy.

Is your pool heated?

Yes, our pool is heated at a comfortable temperature, and it’s indoor, so rain or shine, your child will have a consistent class.