Make a splash with confidence.
Gentle, structured swimming lessons for toddlers, kids, teens and adults—right here at Leloko. Small classes. Patient coaches. Real progress.
Who it’s for
- Parent & Tot (18–36 months): Water confidence through songs, safe holds and gentle submersion readiness.
- Preschool (3–5 yrs): Float, kick, breathe—foundations for safe, happy swimmers.
- Beginner (6–12 yrs): Water safety, body position, freestyle basics, backstroke intro.
- Stroke School (7–13 yrs): Efficient freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke starts; intro to turns.
- Teens (any age): Learn from scratch or rebuild technique—no judgement, just progress.
Class sizes: Max 4 for beginners; 6 for stroke school.
How our lessons run
30 minutes · Once per week (with optional catch‑ups in season). Every lesson has a clear focus: warm‑up, skill block, confidence/repeat, and a short game or challenge.
Season: Typically January–April and September to December at the Leloko pool. Winter intensives by announcement – pool sessions can be substituted for land training for older children.
Our approach (why it works)
- Safety first: Strict ratios, clear pool rules, and age‑appropriate progressions.
- Small steps, big wins: Repetition with purpose—one confident new skill at a time.
- Technique before speed: Body position, breathing and timing make everything easier.
- Positive coaching: Calm, encouraging instruction that builds trust and joy in the water.
Curriculum highlights
- Water safety: entries/exits, assisted returns, mindful breath holds.
- Float & glide: front/back star floats, streamlined push‑offs.
- Kick & pull: kickboard work, catch & pull timing.
- Breathing: bubbles, trickle exhale, side breathing (freestyle).
- Strokes: freestyle & backstroke fundamentals; breaststroke timing; dolphin kick intro.
- Skills: safe submersions, sculling, treading water, turns (stroke school).
What to bring
- Costume, towel, and swim cap (included in registration pack)
- Goggles (optional but helpful)
- Long hair tied back; swim nappy for tots who need it
- A labelled water bottle
Registration pack
Your once‑off registration includes a branded swim cap and a soft hooded towel—ready for pool days from lesson one.
Coach & safety
Lessons are led by experienced, Swimming‑SA‑aligned coaches who are patient, qualified, and kid‑friendly. We follow strict supervision and hygiene standards and adjust for weather and water quality.
Weather/Chemical policy: If the pool is unsafe (e.g., electrical storms, low temps, or post‑maintenance chemical shock), we’ll notify you early and arrange a catch‑up as per our T&Cs.
FAQs
It varies by age, confidence and consistency. Expect steady gains each month—first in water comfort and safety, then in stroke skill.
Yes, from the designated viewing area, please—coaches get better focus when kids’ eyes are on them.
We’ll do our best to offer a catch‑up within the season (see T&Cs for details).
Absolutely. Private or small‑group adult lessons are available—start where you are.
Yes. A quick in‑water assessment helps us place swimmers in the right group.