Salsie Posted March 13, 2013 Share Posted March 13, 2013 I am thinking of setting up a Baby/Toddler swim school in ED and wondered what peoples thoughts are on this. I understand Peckham Pulse offer a baby swimming session and I know there are classes in Lewisham and London Bridge, but not sure if there is anything in ED.As parents do you think there would be a demand for this or is there enough close by?Any opinions gratefully recieved!Many Thanks Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/30088-babytoddler-swim-school-needed-in-ed/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichelleT Posted March 13, 2013 Share Posted March 13, 2013 There used to be classes at the east dulwich leisure centre. however I understand they can be oversubscribed so maybe there is demand? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/30088-babytoddler-swim-school-needed-in-ed/#findComment-624797 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonbateson Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 We travel on the bus to Westminster bridge to do water babies as I couldn't get anything closer. So yes def space for something here. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/30088-babytoddler-swim-school-needed-in-ed/#findComment-625134 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Otta Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 We use Forest Hill Pools, but there are always waiting lists, so demand seems pretty high. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/30088-babytoddler-swim-school-needed-in-ed/#findComment-625142 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuschia Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 Baby swimming ideally requires a hydro poolSuperkids swim school do baby swimming round and about - beckenham for eg as well as preschoolers at nunhead and other venues Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/30088-babytoddler-swim-school-needed-in-ed/#findComment-625261 Share on other sites More sharing options...
simonethebeaver Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 JAGS do toddler swimming lessons which are great. And no massive hassle to get signed up for either. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/30088-babytoddler-swim-school-needed-in-ed/#findComment-625277 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salsie Posted March 15, 2013 Author Share Posted March 15, 2013 Thanks for all your replies!It looks like there are quite a few options already so perhaps the demand is not as high as I thought it would be!I will do a bit more research before making any firm plans. Sally Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/30088-babytoddler-swim-school-needed-in-ed/#findComment-625555 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cora Posted March 15, 2013 Share Posted March 15, 2013 I think the demand would be huge if you pound the right venue... Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/30088-babytoddler-swim-school-needed-in-ed/#findComment-625608 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuschia Posted March 15, 2013 Share Posted March 15, 2013 Investigate a special school with a hydro pool, maybe... Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/30088-babytoddler-swim-school-needed-in-ed/#findComment-625612 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redbus66 Posted March 16, 2013 Share Posted March 16, 2013 Baby swimming run classes at Michael Tippett school in Henre HillThey are great but are only on after school so quite late for little onesSomeone in the morning or just earlier than late afternoon is required Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/30088-babytoddler-swim-school-needed-in-ed/#findComment-625737 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JessM Posted March 17, 2013 Share Posted March 17, 2013 A good usp would be to do sibling groups together -it's such a logistical nightmare to get lessons at the same time for more than 1 kid. When 1 moves up you have to completely rearrange everything or spend ages hanging about. I for one would be more than happy to get in too, especially if it meant more actual swimming for the kids rather than waiting on the side for their turn. You could have 3 or 4 families at a time and if each family had at least 1 adult in the water the teacher could circulate while the parents help their children practise what the teacher instructed. Just a thought! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/30088-babytoddler-swim-school-needed-in-ed/#findComment-626072 Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmmaJo Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 I would be very interested as I've been looking for classes and there are none in ED, closest I've found are Peckham puls and a place in Herne Hill! Sat classes so dads can go would be great!! ;-) Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/30088-babytoddler-swim-school-needed-in-ed/#findComment-626296 Share on other sites More sharing options...
nubby'smums Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 I'm keen. Been trying to get my 8 month old son onto a Saturday one and have had three false starts - one cancelled, and two without spaces after they said their would be. Getting most annoyed. Don't like taking my boy to Dulwich or Forest Hill though as the pools are not warm enough, even the junior pools. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/30088-babytoddler-swim-school-needed-in-ed/#findComment-628008 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salsie Posted March 24, 2013 Author Share Posted March 24, 2013 Thanks for all your replies. I am looking into finding a pool in ED, hydrotherapy if possible but not a necessity as long as they can turn up the temperature! If anyone knows of any pools available pls do PM me!Many thanks x Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/30088-babytoddler-swim-school-needed-in-ed/#findComment-628281 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salsie Posted March 24, 2013 Author Share Posted March 24, 2013 Thanks for all your replies. I will let you know how I get on as looks like there could be a demand after all! Thanks x Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/30088-babytoddler-swim-school-needed-in-ed/#findComment-628283 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sellena Posted March 27, 2013 Share Posted March 27, 2013 Micheal Tippet School in Herne Hill. I have just booked a term of classes through babyswimming.co.uk who use various hydrotherapy pools throughout the South East, ,my closest being herne hill.. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/30088-babytoddler-swim-school-needed-in-ed/#findComment-629106 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j-mo Posted March 27, 2013 Share Posted March 27, 2013 I used to go to a pool on college road at a private house. A few of the big companies used it. It was perfect but the classes seemed to have stopped. Do you want me to see if I can find the address? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/30088-babytoddler-swim-school-needed-in-ed/#findComment-629307 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClareC Posted March 28, 2013 Share Posted March 28, 2013 We went to a pool in a private house near Dulwich College with baby swimming, may be the same one... Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/30088-babytoddler-swim-school-needed-in-ed/#findComment-629775 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsAk Posted March 29, 2013 Share Posted March 29, 2013 We also went to the privately owned pool near Dulwich college and it was brilliant. Unfortunately the neighbours complained about the cars coming and going and I think the owner had to apply for a different type of licence so the lessons stopped. They had baby swimming on a couple of days and aqua tots I think on the others. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/30088-babytoddler-swim-school-needed-in-ed/#findComment-629810 Share on other sites More sharing options...
A99 Posted March 30, 2013 Share Posted March 30, 2013 I think definitely a demand. I've spent 18 months going to lessons in Balham with my now 2 year old. The lessons locally are badly promoted so quite hard to fid out about and some at funny times for little ones.Also I've found limited options for toddlers who are at levels 4 and 5.Definitely worth a go but promote it well so people know about it Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/30088-babytoddler-swim-school-needed-in-ed/#findComment-630119 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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