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SWIM GYM

Opening AUGUST 2026

THE WATER AFFECT BENEFITS:

  • Sensory Harmony
    The aquatic environment is thoughtfully designed to reduce common stressors such as noise and temperature shifts. This supports a calm, regulated state, allowing children to move with greater ease and develop more organised, functional movement patterns.
     

  • Physical Awareness (Proprioception)
    The natural resistance and gentle pressure of water enhance body awareness by helping children understand where they are in space. This supports muscle engagement, coordination, and the development of efficient, functional movement.
     

  • Emotional Regulation
    The soothing, weightless properties of water help calm the nervous system, reducing feelings of anxiety and overwhelm. A regulated child is better able to engage, explore, and move with control and confidence.
     

  • “Bare Feet” Philosophy
    Being barefoot increases sensory input through the feet, strengthening balance, stability, and overall body coordination. This creates a strong foundation for functional movement and physical development.
     

  • Bonding and Empowerment
    Caregivers are supported to respond to their child with gentle, attuned cues. This builds trust and connection while empowering children to feel safe, capable, and confident in their movements.
     

  • Cognitive Development
    Through guided exploration and sensory-based play, children begin to understand how their movements influence the water. This encourages early problem-solving, curiosity, and purposeful, functional movement.

Children Swimming Pool

AQUA SENSORY

Aqua Sensory Playgroup is designed for children aged 3 months to 4 years, offering a nurturing and holistic approach to early learning. It thoughtfully combines sensory science, child development, social play, and meaningful parent–child connection within a supportive aquatic environment.

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The program creates calming, child-led water experiences that encourage confidence, curiosity, and exploration. It serves as a gentle introduction to water exposure, focusing on positive, play-based learning and gradual desensitisation to splashing, water contact, and the pool environment.

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Learn-to-swim techniques are subtly integrated throughout each session, aligning with the AQUA Babies & Tots program. Each experience is designed to support water tolerance and create a positive imprint on the nervous system through child-led curiosity and exploration.

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Classes will begin on time to respect others in the group and any commitments that follow. However, you are always welcome to join the session wherever the class is up to upon your arrival.

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We understand that transitions with little ones can be challenging, and some days are simply harder than others. Late arrivals are welcomed without judgment. Rushing children can create additional stress, so we support families in arriving at a pace that feels right for them.

PLAYGROUP – 30 min

BOOK THIS CLASS

what you need each lesson:

  • Non-Negotiable: All classes require Aqua-Nappies: Our public health policy requires all babies and toddlers to wear an appropriate aqua-nappy along with a disposable swim nappy.
     

  • We have change tables available for after lessons to ensure your littles ones are comfortable for the transition home.
     

  • Towels for Two: Please ensure you bring towels for both you and your little one.
     

  • Togs for your bod’s : Swimmers are a must please have swimwear for both you and your baby.
     

  • Winter warmers for walks to the car: Beanies are highly recommended for your little ones walk to the car. Having a beanie for your baby to wear immediately after leaving the water to keep them warm while changing. Warm Clothes: bring warm clothes to change into after the lesson. While our water is warm and centres are heated, it can feel cold once you leave.

CLASS OUTCOMES:

  • Bilateral Movement using body Mobility: kicking and paddling skills for propulsion
     

  • Regulation & nervous system through Breath Control: Genital exposure to breath control allows your baby to lean in and develop the ability to submerge and over time, swim underwater with independence.
     

  • The number 1 safety skill - Back floating: arguably the most important safety and survival skill
     

  • Foundational safety skills built on over time as they further graduate through their learn to swim program. e.g. grabbing the wall, monkey walking to safety, climbing out, safe entry and exit.

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