Private Classes

10 weeks to 4 years old

Price

€60

Duration

30 Mins

€6

30 mins

Private playtime with our Pro's

Our private classes are a great way for you and your baby or toddler to enjoy a 1:1 session with one of our experienced instructors in our private pool. We have noticed the benefit of these classes particularly for the toddler age group when they have the use of the full pool without any distractions.

The class is 30 mins of concentrated pool time and the lessons are tailored to your child’s ability and level using the First Swim curriculum as the basis.

What's included

We provide a free disposable swim nappy and a rental neoprene nappy – both are requirements for swimming in our pool. Our private pool is purpose-built and kept at 33°C so both you and your baby/toddler will be toasty warm!

The changing rooms have individual cubicles with change units in each one. There are also cots and highchairs in the open changing area for those handsfree moments as needed.

What you need to bring

  • Adult swim costume
  • Adult swim cap
  • Towels (for baby/toddler and adult)
  • Shower supplies
  • Padlock for lockers
  • Bag for wet swimwear

Private Lessons FAQ’s

Do I need to get in the water with my child for a private lesson?

Yes, for insurance reasons a parent or guardian must be in the pool with the baby or toddler at all times.

You and your baby/toddler will have sole use of our private pool with one of our experienced swim teachers to guide you. We use the same curriculum as the normal group classes but can tailor this to your specific requirements and recommendations from the teacher.

You can book as many private lessons as you like depending on the availability online. We recommend one lesson a week so that they have time to process the learning but we do see real progression in the 1:1 setting, especially with our older toddlers (age 3-4 years).

As part of the private lesson you will receive a free disposable swim nappy and a loan neoprene outer swim nappy for the session. After each lesson you will be offered a complimentary coffee, tea or hot chocolate in our private café.

How safe and clean is your pool?

Our 33oC pool has a state of the art UV filtration system which significantly reduces the need for harmful chemicals, which is great news for babies, and our water pump exchange replaces the entire volume of our pool every six hours. We digitally monitor everything from chemicals, pH, alkalinity and calcium hardness to ensure that you and your little ones are in the safest and cleanest possible environment.

Our entire centre has been designed with you and your child’s needs in mind. There are ample changing tables in the changing rooms. Our wet room areas all have non-slip surfaces for safety and there are plenty of lockers to safely store your belongings.

We are delighted to offer a 10% discount for the second sibling using our classes. This is automatically discounted from your final price when you add the second sibling.

Not at all. The water depth in our pool is only 1.2m (just under 4ft) so all you need to do is stand with your child during the sessions. We have worked with many parents who cannot swim. Just let us know at the front desk and our instructors will make sure it’s not an issue. 

Unfortunately toddlers who are 4 years and older cannot join the Aquatots classes as these classes are for children aged 2 – 3 yrs old. If your toddler is currently 3 yrs old and is due to turn 4 during the middle of the next Aquatot swim term then you will not be able to enrol them for that final term.

We really hope you are all doing well and receiving the care and support you deserve. We recommend you talk with your GP who can advise you on a plan that suits you and your baby’s needs. Your postnatal check offers the ideal opportunity to discuss any medical concerns you may have about putting your baby in water. We’ve worked with lots of babies who arrived early or who had medical complications at birth. It doesn’t mean your baby won’t attend swimming. It just means water introduction needs to be timed appropriately so that it’s supportive of your baby’s individual needs.     

Do I need to get in the water with my child for a private lesson?

Our 33oC pool has a state of the art UV filtration system which significantly reduces the need for harmful chemicals, which is great news for babies, and our water pump exchange replaces the entire volume of our pool every six hours. We digitally monitor everything from chemicals, pH, alkalinity and calcium hardness to ensure that you and your little ones are in the safest and cleanest possible environment.

Our entire centre has been designed with you and your child’s needs in mind. There are ample changing tables in the changing rooms. Our wet room areas all have non-slip surfaces for safety and there are plenty of lockers to safely store your belongings.

Our entire centre has been designed with you and your child’s needs in mind. There are ample changing tables in the changing rooms. Our wet room areas all have non-slip surfaces for safety and there are plenty of lockers to safely store your belongings.

Our entire centre has been designed with you and your child’s needs in mind. There are ample changing tables in the changing rooms. Our wet room areas all have non-slip surfaces for safety and there are plenty of lockers to safely store your belongings.

Our entire centre has been designed with you and your child’s needs in mind. There are ample changing tables in the changing rooms. Our wet room areas all have non-slip surfaces for safety and there are plenty of lockers to safely store your belongings.

Our entire centre has been designed with you and your child’s needs in mind. There are ample changing tables in the changing rooms. Our wet room areas all have non-slip surfaces for safety and there are plenty of lockers to safely store your belongings.

What our customers say

Antoinette P

Outstanding in every way. I was very nervous taking my baby to swimming lessons after not having a great experience with my daughter at another centre a number of years ago.

Outstanding in every way. I was very nervous taking my baby to swimming lessons after not having a great experience with my daughter at another centre a number of years ago. From the moment we walked in for our first lesson we have enjoyed every moment. Staff are very welcoming, attentive and friendly, facilities are excellent and immaculate, pool is lovely and warm. Most importantly my baby loves it. We’ve now had 6 lessons and it’s such a lovely bonding experience each week. Would highly recommend.

Eilis Keaney

I couldn’t recommend First Swim enough. Having attended most of the other groups there really is no comparison, First Swim are in a league of their own when it comes to the facilities

I couldn’t recommend First Swim enough. Having attended most of the other groups there really is no comparison, First Swim are in a league of their own when it comes to the facilities, swim teachers and overall atmosphere. If you are lucky enough to secure a place for your little one hold onto it…you definitely won’t find better out there!

Louise Hughes

We absolutely love First Swim, completely catered for babies and toddlers, the facilities are great and the staff so friendly and always there to offer a helping hand.

We absolutely love First Swim, completely catered for babies and toddlers, the facilities are great and the staff so friendly and always there to offer a helping hand. This is one of the best activities I have signed up to with my baby, the swim lessons are engaging with lovely progression every week and baby loves it. I would highly recommend First Swim.

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