Did you know that 96% of children stop swimming lessons too soon? According to the latest research from Swim England, 3.4 million children aged 7 to 11 who quit lessons fail to meet the recommended swimming standards. At Cindy’s, we understand the incredible benefits...
Once kids have mastered the basics and can swim confidently, it’s easy to assume that swimming lessons are no longer needed. But don’t stop swimming lessons just yet! Why it's valuable to keep up the swimming lessons Swimming lessons for older kids offer incredible...
Do you have a 3- or 4-year-old preschooler and wonder if now is the right time to start swimming lessons? You’re in the right place! We’ve gathered everything you need to know to help you decide whether swimming lessons are the right step for your little one. You can...
Ever wondered how long it really takes to learn to swim? It doesn't matter whether you’re a child or an adult, the truth is, there's no one-size-fits-all answer. Learning to swim is a journey that's unique to each individual, influenced by factors like comfort in the...
We’re passionate about building confidence and water safety skills, and this is perhaps most important for our youngest swimmers. Parent and Baby swimming is a wonderful activity to enjoy together, and below we've compiled some frequently asked questions to help mums,...
Are you wondering whether you can take a newborn to baby swimming classes? You may be surprised to learn that babies can enjoy the water as a newborn and there are countless benefits to starting early. From stretching limbs to building muscle and coordination to...
by Cindy Britton, founder of Cindy's Swim SchoolTable of Contents Click the heading to find out more! Are you afraid of learning to swim? Why am I scared of swimming? How swimming lessons can help overcome fear 6 tips to help overcome your fear of swimming lessons Are...
If you've never learnt how to swim, but you're sick of missing out on the fun and you want to give swimming a go, you’ve come to the right place! At Cindy's we love teaching adults how to swim! Whether you are 30, 40 or 50 years old, or even in your 80s, it's never...
All your swimming goggle questions answered 🙂 What swimming goggles should I buy? Getting the right children's swimming goggles for your aspiring fish is one of the most important and helpful things you can do to help your child to achieve their goals. Well...
How to put on a child's swimming cap with long hair: Brush the child's hair to remove any tangles. Tie the child's hair into a ponytail or bun at the back of the head. Where you position the ponytail will help to place and stabilise the goggle straps. If the child has...