FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

◾   How do I book?

     All bookings are made online through the Click to Book a Lesson button

• What age can my child start?

You can start swimming with your baby as soon as you feel ready, a nice age is 8 weeks upwards

• How many children are in each class?

Babies up to 2 years there is a maximum of 4 parent/baby couples, children 2-4 years there is a maximum of 3 children 

For school age lessons we offer 1:1 or 2:1 lessons

• How long is each lesson?

All lessons are 30 minutes long

• What should my child bring?

Until toilet trained all babies need to wear a Happy Nappy, extra nappies, towels, warm clothig for afterwards

• Is the pool warm?

Yes the pool is heated to 32 degrees

• Where can we park?

There is free parking in the Tollemache Arms next door

• Are parents allowed to watch?

For baby and pre schools lessons there is additional seating on the poolside for parents/ guardians to come and watch.

For school age swimmers we request parents to sit on the changing area

• What happens if we're late?

Don't stress just come along and hop in the pool when you can

• What happens if my child misses a lesson?

We will try as much as possible to offer a chatch up lesson, but this might only be possible on certain days, no refunds will be given.

• Do you offer trial lessons?

Yes of course, just pop an email to swim@orcaswimschool.co.uk and we will arrange

◾   How much are lessons?

     A 10 week Baby and Pre School course costs £125

     School age lessons are £27 for a 30 minute 1:1 and £13.50 for a 30 minute 2:1