Are you looking for a swimming school that specialises in nurturing the aquatic potential of your Child?

Look no further than One with Water, the premier swimming school with indoor heated pool, based in Craighall Park and led by the dedicated Andrea Poorter, a passionate mother and former Surrey representative in the UK County swimming championships, her school offers a unique and personalized swimming experience for your little one.

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Isabella at 9 months

Isabella & Friends + - 2 1/2 -3 years

Exceptional Expertise: With Andrea’s background in competitive swimming, you can trust that your child will receive the highest level of instruction from a seasoned professional and her team. Andrea’s qualifications and deep understanding of swimming techniques, safety, and child development ensures that each lesson is tailored to your child’s individual needs and abilities.
Warm and Inviting Environment: At One with Water, we understand the importance of creating a nurturing and caring environment for young swimmers. Our heated pool provides a comfortable setting where your child can learn and explore the joy of swimming, even during colder months. We have recently installed a new, more powerful heat pump to cope with electricity load shedding, ensuring consistent warmth and uninterrupted lessons.
Personalized Attention: Our one-on-one lessons allow for focused attention and rapid progress. Andrea’s and her coaches undivided dedication to your child’s development means that each 30-minute lesson is tailored to their unique abilities and learning pace. With our individualized approach, we guarantee that your little one will receive the attention they deserve to flourish in the water.
Seamless Progression: At One with Water, we understand that learning to swim is just the beginning of a lifelong journey. Once your child graduates from the learn-to-swim stage, we introduce stroke development techniques to enhance their skills further. If your child wishes to pursue advanced swimming, we will gladly refer you to another local school that specializes in their specific needs, ensuring a seamless transition to the next level.

We offer a variety of lessons to suit all ages and abilities:

Ready Baby & Moms (<2yrs)
Learn to Swim Group
Personal Lessons

Enroll your child with One with Water Swimming School today and witness their swimming potential unfold before your eyes. Together, we’ll build a solid foundation for a lifetime of enjoyment and safety in the water.

To get started, contact us at www.onewithwater.co.za or call 081 761 9761 for a free first assessment.

We can’t wait to welcome your little swimmer into the One with Water family!

Remember, One with Water – where swimming dreams become a reality!

The Mental Benefits of Swimming for Children

Swimming isn't just great for physical health—it also offers numerous mental benefits for children. Research (see https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5923842/ ) has shown a strong positive connection between sports and cognitive function in young people. When it comes to swimming, the mental advantages are particularly significant.

Cognitive Enhancement

Swimming helps improve children’s cognitive functions such as attention, thinking, learning, and memory. The regular practice of swimming stimulates brain activity, helping children perform better academically and develop critical thinking skills.

Boosts Self-Esteem

Through mastering new skills and reaching personal milestones, swimming enhances a child’s self-esteem. Each accomplishment in the pool, whether it's learning a new stroke or improving their speed, reinforces a positive self-image and gives them a sense of achievement.

Provides a Structured Environment

Swimming offers a well-structured program that requires discipline and routine. This structure is beneficial for children, teaching them the importance of setting goals, working towards them, and understanding that persistence leads to improvement.

Strengthens Self-Discipline

Swimming is an individual sport that demands focus, dedication, and regular practice. The self-discipline children develop from swimming is a transferable skill that helps them stay organized and committed in other areas of life, including school and extracurricular activities.

Improves Social Skills

Despite being a largely individual sport, swimming often takes place in group settings, such as classes, swim teams, or competitions. This provides children with opportunities to interact with peers, develop teamwork, and build social connections, improving their communication and cooperation skills.

Swimming, with its combination of physical and mental benefits, serves as an ideal sport for children. It not only fosters physical health but also nurtures key aspects of their mental and emotional development. Through continuous training, children experience the rewarding journey of self-improvement, ultimately boosting their self-esteem and helping them grow into well-rounded individuals.

OUR POOL

The Building

Heated indoor pool maintains a consistent, warm temperature for the comfort of our swimmers.

The Pool

8.5m X 2.4m with a depth of 1.5m at the deep end facilitates all facets for our training. The pool is stepped on four levels encouraging students to progress deeper as their confidence increases. Our pool temperature is maintained at about 32 degrees Celsius.

Facilities

Male and female changerooms/toilets
Rinse off shower
Complimentary tea and coffee
On site security
Free parking
Restful environment