Swimming

Really want to take my lo swimming but not lessons which is all I can seem to find online. Any advice for local pools warm enough for babies?

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On the Better gyms app or website look for "family fun swim" in the teaching pool. That's the little pool which is warmer for babies. I'd still put them in a swim vest or top and do a max of 30 mins, as they will still get tired and cold. Be ready to feed them straight after. Have fun!

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Leyton Leisure Centre is good, I would say the small pool is warm. The Feel Good Centre near Monoux college is good, they do babies swim lessons there so the pool is bound to be warm. The aquatic centre in Stratford is my favourite night I’m not sure when the teaching pool is open to the public. You can book single sessions using the ‘Better’ App.

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