Here are a few ways to practice your backstroke technique from home until lessons start back from October 30th.
This is a great way to keep your child’s swim stroke up to scratch if you don’t have access to a pool. View the full video below
The month of October is National Mental Health Month!
This campaign is an initiative of the Mental Health Foundation Australia (MHFA) to raise awareness of Australian our mental wellbeing. It is so important that the Australian community comes together to raise awareness and promote better state of mind for all. The MHFA is the oldest not-for-profit, non-government mental health organisation in Australia, serving the community since 1930.
Throughout this month, they have teamed up to organise many events in each state of Australia aiming to attract and unite Australians of all ages and backgrounds to raise awareness and promote better mental health for all.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, every industry has faced and many are still facing unprecedented challenges. That’s why this year’s theme is ‘Mental Health: Post Pandemic Recovery Challenges and Resilience’.
If you would like to learn more about this campaign and get involved in one of their many events or activities, click the links below!
It’s super important to reach out to friends and loved ones if you’re struggling.
Due to COVID restrictions Safety Week is even more important this year. With drownings already increased from 2020, it is critical that our families and communities are reminded of the importance of being safe and vigilant around water. BlueFit are committed to the safety of our communities and we need your help to ensure our message and skills are passed on to all children and extended families for a safer summer.
Safety Week is upon us, and this year Bluey’s Swim School are asking students to come dressed up as your favourite superhero! Safety Week lessons focus on water safety skills such as floating, treading water, basic rescue techniques and more.
The Royal Life Saving annual drowning report sadly recorded 294 people lost their lives due to drowning in 2021. That is an increase from 2020 of 22%.
As one of Australia’s largest swim school providers, we feel BlueFit has the responsibility to our communities to deliver a service that not only emphasises the importance of learning to swim, but also the skills to be safe and aware in and around water.
Safety Week provides us with the opportunity to include additional skills into the swimming program which could ultimately save a child’s life.
All preschool and school age children need to bring shorts and t-shirts to swim in during their swimming lesson.
All infants and parents or care givers need to both bring a t-shirt to wear during swimming lessons.
This is imperative as we simulate swimming in clothing and what swimming techniques could help save your child’s life.
Monday 15th – Sunday 21st November 2021.
Each year more than 250 people drown in our waters, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Every Australian child should have access to swimming lessons. Unfortunately, we don’t currently have enough Swim Teachers to make this a reality for the kids in our communities. So, we’re doing a recruitment drive.
If you currently teach, have taught before, or it’s something you think you’d like to try, then you could be eligible for the incentive.
*Terms and conditions apply.
We are thrilled to announce that after yesterday’s NSW Government announcement we will be able to reopen for swimming lessons sooner than planned!
We are so excited to see all our students back in the water, but there is a lot to do to prepare the pool and assemble the team to safely welcome back your little ones.
As we’ve learned, Government advice can change quickly, so visit this page often to make sure you always have the latest advice.
Here is what you need to know so far:
We appreciate that this is a lot to cover. We will update this page with any additional advice as soon as it becomes available. If you have any queries or concerns please contact us at bankstown@blueysswimschool.com.au
The team at Bluey’s Bankstown
We are excited to take over the management of the Swim School in Bankstown which re-opens on Monday 14th September! We have worked with the Ezyswim team to ensure a seamless transition which includes the retention of existing staff.
It is important to note that when you attend your lesson you will continue to have the same teacher that your child is comfortable with. Below is a range of information about this change and your lessons. Importantly, there is nothing you need to do for this transition. You will see the team in different uniforms, new facility signage and the level names will change, however, it is very much business as usual.
We’re excited by the change and look forward to seeing you all in the next couple of weeks!
You will remain in exactly the same classes however the level names will change. You will notice the structure of our program is slightly different.
Click here to view the level conversion between your current program and Bluey’s Swim School.
The price of swimming lessons will remain the same however we will be moving to a fortnightly payment frequency with the first debit taking place on Friday 11th September. To view our debit calendar please click here.
Our discount structure is slightly different from what you were used to. Below is a link to the discounts that will be applicable to your lessons.
Click here for more information about our class discounts.
You will receive a separate email next week giving you access to our parent portal. The process for marking an absence, booking your make up and checking level progression will remain the same with a newer customer-friendly layout.
Like Ezyswim, our Bluey’s program continues throughout the year, swimming through the School Holidays. Classes do not run on Public Holidays and we have a short break over Christmas and New Year. This year the last day of lessons is 21st December 2020 and students will return on 4th January 2021.
Click here to view the calendar.
Bluey's Swim School is a BlueFit Swimming brand which operate more than 25 Swim Schools across Australia.
All teachers are remaining through the changeover, which is a fantastic outcome for the program and ensures your child has continuity with their lessons.
No, everything remains the same. Through September we will distribute Bluey's Swim School student cards to scan for entry. Once you have scanned in, you will be given a coloured token. Before your child enters the lesson, they can then place the token in the corresponding box in front of your lesson area. In the first few weeks, this will be the same area you are used to, however, it may change as we shift classes around slightly. Lane maps will be available at reception. Students are required to have a guardian with them to enter the facility.
We assess all children in the program every 4-6 weeks in their class. We continually monitor all children’s progress in conjunction with their swim teacher. If you wish to discuss your child’s progress, please speak to the Pool Deck Coordinators who are always on duty. It is the Pool Deck Coordinators' role to provide customer service and feedback on program participants. As you can appreciate, our swim instructors need to focus on their class at all times!
Students will be able to mark themselves absent up to 14 days before and 2 hours prior to their lesson via the parent portal. Students have 12 make up lesson per calendar year per booking. Makeup lessons are not transferable or refundable. All class management is done through the parent portal.
Transitions provide an opportunity for us to implement change, please feel free to provide any feedback on current operations to enquiries@blueysswimschool.com.au
We are very excited to introduce Bluey’s Swim School to the Jubilee Community in Wyndham Vale. Jubilee Club One offers a state of the art indoor aquatic facility, making it the perfect environment for learning to swim!
Bluey’s Swim School is a fun new program developed by BlueFit Swimming designed for private learn to swim facilities. The Bluey’s program has a focus on water safety and building confidence in the aquatic environment.
This structured learn to swim program caters for babies from 4 months old through to adults. With classes running year-round you can enrol whenever the time is right for you and your family!
Booking are now open for our swimming program starting this Summer! Secure your spot by clicking the link below:
Being able to swim competently can save your child’s life. For this reason we want all parents to understand that our swim teachers take the time to get to know each and every child in their class. We work with each individual child’s strengths, weaknesses, and work hard to bring out the best performance in each child.
In order to help us achieve this, here are 10 things that our swim teachers would like you all to know
Some children will be able to swim like a fish from their very first swimming lesson, while other’s will take longer. Each child may need to initially build rapport with their instructor before they can physically progress. Each child needs to develop the strength they need to propel themselves through the water.
It’s all progress, it’s all development, it’s all important. Try not to compare your child to others, they are trying their best!
Similar to learning at their own pace, children also learn their own way. Some children will respond to a quiet and gentle teacher, while others will be better suited to a stricter more direct approach.
While we try our very best to teach your child, sometimes your child is not necessarily best suited to a particular teacher. Please talk to the staff as they may be able to assist in trialling a different teacher or approach.
Outside of their regular swimming lessons, the very best thing you can do for your child’s progression is to enjoy the aquatic environment. Do not worry about the technique, teach them that the water is FUN and enjoyable.
Sometimes it can be frustrating to see your child’s progress plateau, or to see other children progress more quickly. There can be so many developmental reasons behind this. They do want to do well, they do love your praise, and they do check to see you are watching.
Acknowledge every little step forward as these are the building blocks to the strokes that will be developed.
Sometimes your child will be tired, uncooperative, grumpy. Human, we understand. Please let us know if you can, and remember that we all have bad days. Generally speaking, the best way to handle this is to be persistent with the lesson. If your child climbs out early, this will become their expectation each week.
The lesson may not be the best lesson, but seeing the lesson through will set a precedent for the future.
We understand that this is easier said then done sometimes. However, arriving with enough time to assist your child in getting used to their surroundings before they are thrown into their lesson really does make the world of difference.
While children have no concept of time, they are incredibly in tune with their parents. If you are rushed or anxious children pick up on these feelings and can be transferred into the lesson.
If you are late, STOP and take a deep breath which may ease the transition into the lesson.
Physical activity and group sports are fantastic for your children, but swimming is a vital survival skill. Maintaining your commitment to swimming lessons is the best way to develop your child’s strength and capability in and around the water.
Routine is important and it is proven that children learn best through routine. If your child has a lesson with a new teacher or a teacher who is covering try to be excited for them, keep them calm.
Through the lesson structure and routine the children will find familiarity. All lessons are delivered in the same structure and will offer all children the ability to learn and progress.
While we know our job, you know your child. Feel free to talk to our Pool Deck Coordinators about any past experiences, injuries, illnesses, bad days that may assist us.
With that said we teach a lot of children so your trust in us and our teaching structure and methods goes along way.
Even when they are challenging. In fact, sometimes those challenges make the rewards that bit sweeter. Your children are strong, clever, funny and the reason we love our job!
We genuinely enjoy our time with your children. Working out their personalities and watching them grow. We are so proud of them when they master a new skill or overcome their fear.
Thank you for trusting us to teach your child to swim!
Being in Australia we are surrounded by water wherever we go. By exposing children to water and swimming at an early age it will help prepare them for a life of fun activities such as pool parties, beach holidays, surfing, etc. With this being the case, we’ve found the top 5 benefits of learning to swim at a young age:
To feel comfortable in the water and being able to swim is a life skill that will give you confidence and increase your water safety. Hopefully, you’ll never find yourself in a situation but if the time comes you’ll feel confident enough to hold your head above water and help those around you to do the same.
If you’re looking for a fun workout, you cannot beat swimming. Swimming is a full-body workout that engages your legs, upper body, core, lats and triceps. Although it might not seem like it, swimming will use more of your body’s major muscle groups than any other form of cardio.
Going to swimming lessons or join a local swim club is a great way for children to play, interact and learn to take direction. This can set them up for social skills that will benefit them for life.
Swimming offers a workout that can be both challenging and rewarding, whether you’re a new swimmer looking to improve your fitness or a competitive swimmer looking to improve on your personal best it will allow you to improve and feel great with every milestone.
Swimming is a skill that you are unlikely to forget over time. Similar to riding a bike, you may be out of practice but once you’re in the water it will come back. This is a great skill to have because as you get older, swimming has a very low impact on the body’s joint and can be a form of exercise you can continue to do.
At Bluey’s Swim School our lessons start at 4 months old! Contact us today to find a suitable class time for you!