Swimming Lessons
We are excited to announce that we now have a Swim School at Active Attitude, (Active Swim) with a heated pool (32 degrees), which means we will be running swimming lessons all year round. Children can start classes from 3 months old in our "Water Babies" class and can continue through our curriculum to complete Level 6 as a school age student. We also offer private lessons for teenagers, adults and anyone else who would prefer to learn in a private space with less distractions.
Spaces are limited, register today!
All our swimming classes are 25 minutes in length, with 5 minutes in between classes to provide opportunities for the instructor and parents/caregivers to be able touch base when needed.
Participants (ages 3+) will have their swimming progress tracked regularly through our online portal so parents/caregivers are kept up to date with their child's new skills and can see when they are getting closer to progressing to the next level.
We understand the importance of quality instruction to see your child's swimming skills progress. That's why we have a solid curriculum and are proud to offer some of the smallest swim class ratios in the country (Baby and Tot classes have a maximum of 5 in a class, while ages 3+ have a maximum of 4), providing a high quality swimming experience for your child.
We also provide great tuition rates for families, with the first child's tuition at $89 per month and siblings at a special rate of $65 each per month.
Each child requires an adult to participate with them. We teach how to hold and submerge the child in the water safely. We teach water activities as a pathway for learning how to swim.
Each child requires an adult to participate with them. We teach how to hold and submerge the child in the water safely. We teach water activities as a pathway for learning how to swim.
This class is for complete beginners or for those with limited confidence moving in the water. In this class our objectives are:
- Learn how to enter and exit pool safely
- Submerging
- Moving confidently in and under the water
- Starfish float unassisted on front for 4 seconds
- Assisted starfish float on back
This class is for those that can submerge and float unassisted on their front for 4 seconds. In this class our objectives are:
- Streamlined body
- Correct head position
- "Long legs" kicking
- Freestyle arms and kicking for 4 metres.
- Unassisted starfish float on back (and learning how to stand up from back float)
- Kicking unassisted on back
- Roll from front float to back
Putting it all Together (Level 3)
This class is for those that can kick at least 4 metres on their back; and can also do freestyle arms and kicking for 4 metres. In this class our objectives are:
- Freestyle arm stroking and kicking for 6 metres
- Backstroke arms and kicking for 8 metres
- Kicking on side in "breathing position"
This class is for those that can already swim at least 6 metres doing freestyle and 8 metres doing backstroke. In this class our objectives are:
- Bi-lateral freestyle breathing for 8 metres
- Improving backstroke technique
- Breaststroke kick
Advancing Swimmer (Level 5 & Level 6)
This class is for those that have completed their Level 4 Swimming ribbon and/or an equivalent of this level. In this class our objectives are:
- Refinement of freestyle technique
- Refinement of backstroke technique
- Breaststroke
- Butterfly
- Tumble turns
Could private lessons be a good option for you?
Private lessons are a great way to fast track progress or an opportunity to learn without distraction. Private lessons are 20 minutes in length with a tuition rate of $60. These can be booked online or if you would like regular weekly private lessons, please e-mail admin@activeattitude.co.nz and we will assist you with setting this up.
Did you have a bad experience which put you off water? Does your child have a fear for water or are they currently struggling to learn in a group situation? Private one-one lessons may be a good option. Book your private lesson here.
"Ashleigh is amazing. My son has had 3 lessons and advanced so much. He was scared of laying on his back, putting his face in the water but can do these without freaking out. She is so encouraging and listens to the kids and how they are feeling in the water. Highly recommend her classes." - S. Ruddell
Our coaches teach sport because they want to make a difference in the lives of young people. All of our coaches have their First Aid certificates, are Police Checked, and will ensure the tuition we are providing your child is fun, safe and developmentally appropriate.