What some of our satisfied Bumps and Babes have to say...
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"Just wanted to let you know how much we enjoy our swimming lessons at Bottisham with you. Having a different theme each week makes it such fun and the lessons are so absorbing they seem to fly by! Sam was delighted to be able to take Stanley Seal home this week and proudly showed him to daddy."
Many thanks, Erika and Sam (Feb 2012)
"I'd just like to say how much baby Evie and I enjoyed your swimming lesson last Thursday (at Chesterton). It was great fun and such a relief for her to go under water and be alright! Looking forward to our next lesson."
Kathy (Jan 2012)
"Aquatots is the best activity we've found for our son. It's been a great way to bond with Laurie, and he absolutely loves it - as he makes noisily clear. Sarah's a great teacher - calm, full of good humour and in control at all times. Look forward to seeing how he develops as he moves up through the age groups and classes. -
Neil, " (July 2011)
"As a parent of a child with probable cerebral palsy and visual difficulties, swimming with my baby in a structured, supportive class environment has been a huge benefit in terms of his development. Being supported by the water in different positions and participating in various games, songs and tasks has complemented the work done in physiotherapy and enabled my son to gain confidence, mobility and enjoy a new set of sensory experiences. In addition it is great fun for both of us and a lovely bonding experience."
Jenni (January 2011)
"As a nervous and, frankly, unenthusiastic swimmer myself, I was determined that my children would not suffer in the same way, so I started swimming lessons with them at 5 months old. Sarah's relaxed and non-judgmental demeanour immediately put me at my ease. It turns out that my children have quite different attitudes to water - I have a daughter who tolerates it, and a son who adores it - but Sarah's lessons have been equally valid and enjoyable for both of them. I am certain that they will both go on to be happy, confident swimmers, because of the positive and fun start they had in their early days. It's simply the most important regular activity I ever did with my babies."
Nikola (December 2010)
"My two boys (4 and 2) have both done "swimming with Sarah" since they were 5 months old and both have thoroughly enjoyed it. They now both love swimming and are confident in the water. As well as the obvious benefits, we've also all made some good friends and found it generally enjoyable and sociable!"
Valerie (October 2010)
"There are so many baby groups and different kinds of classes to choose from, but we can't do them all - especially now I've returned to work! For me baby swimming is an activity which my little boy Cameron absolutely loves, giggling with excitement and kicking and splashing away, but it's also so incredibly important to his water confidence and safety. Sarah's classes are relaxed and fun for the parents and the babies, and Cameron is so happy learning a skill for life!"
Lorna (October 2010)
"Swimming with Noah is one of the highlights of my week. He loves the sensation of the water and it has been a real pleasure to develop my confidence in the water with him in the company of other mums, dads, grandparents and babies all having a good time."
Tamsin (September 2010)
"Swimming has been great. Its been wonderful to see Tilda progress. She really enjoys it and gets excited whenever she sees water. I love the fact that we have special focused time at least once a week. Its also been good for me, other mummies, lunch after etc. Tilda has made special friend bonds because of swimming."
Jo H (September 2010)
"Just to say, Mabel had first independent lesson today and did really well....very happy to get in without Daddy!! Really pleased she had lessons from such an early age as it really has instilled her with confidence and awareness of the water. Thank you!"
Emily F (January 2010)
"... I am very impressed by the facilities at Bottisham. Chesterton was more convenient for me as we could walk from home but due to work it was better to change to a Monday lesson . The swimming pool is lovely and the changing rooms are clean and spacious which makes life easier as Alicia like to run around given half the chance once she has been changed!"
Elisabeth (January 2010)
"Hi Sarah , thanks for the lovely experience this afternoon, I am not used to having such a relaxed time in groups or being included so quickly. Claude had a fabulous time, bravo!"
Lee (October 2009)
"I just wanted to say how great I think your aquanatal classes are,
(I have been to some aquanatal classes in London and they are no where near as fun!). I will recommend you to my midwife friends and any expectant mums I meet!"
Sophie, Midwife and Mum to be (July2009)
"Sarah has seen me through two pregnancies one through Bumpercise and one by Aquanatal. Both of my pregnancies were enhanced not only by exercise and laughter, but by the great support network and friendships that came with it (Sarah included). 5 years on and I still meet up with some of the mums. Last year my son graduated from Sarah's Aquatots and has continued with swimming lessons on his own (he's upto Level 2 aged 4.5); and my daughter now 2, is loving every minute of Sarah's lessons - a true water baby!"
Clare (July2009)
"I just wanted to thank you Sarah for making my pregnancy so much more fun and enjoyable! I loved your Aquanatal class and being part of a group of women going through the same thing was just fantastic! I made some really good friends and we have continued to stay in touch and meet up now we are all new mums. Also the advice, help and tips you gave us were fab too - honestly I think I learnt more from you than from my midwife!!!!! Bring on Buggyfit!"
Katheryn (August 2008)
"I've really enjoyed going to Buggyfit classes over the past year. I've
dropped a dress size from my pre-pregnancy weight and I'm sure having the chance to do proper exercise with my baby, rather than having to find childcare, has been a big help. I'm sorry to have to stop, but work is calling! Thanks again for your help and support, it's been really good fun!"
Jen (February 2008)
"Sarah - thank you for all your help and support with Oliver's swimming lessons - he has learnt loads and really enjoyed himself in the water. You do a great job!
Thank you - we'll miss coming."
Angela, Impington (July 2007)
"Thanks so much for all the classes we have taken part in over the last 3 years - all great fun and worth every penny! I'll recommend you to all and sundry."
Marion (July 2007)
"Thank you for giving my boys one of the greatest gifts they'll ever receive - a life-saving skill but also helping them realise the enjoyment and pleasure of swimming. Both of them have thoroughly enjoyed their lessons which they call "Sarah's Swimming Club"
Sue (July 2007)
"Jessica and I look forward to the lessons all week. Really useful advice to make swimming great fun and safe. Very friendly atmosphere - its great to see all the kids confidence increase as the lessons progress. I recommended the classes to all my friends with babies and toddlers!"
Jane (July 2007)
"I just wanted to say a big thankyou for the swimming lesson today. Tom thoroughly enjoyed himself and seems to finally be building up his skills and confidence in the water."
Tami, Histon (Mum to Tom aged 3) May 2007