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	The International Swimming School
Straighway Head, Whimple, nr Exeter, Devon EX5 2QT			MAP
tel: (01404) 822 553

Operating since the mid ‘80s, Britain's first residential swimming school. There are two acres of grounds.

Location

Devon.

Dates

Year round.

Activities

Swimming for all ages on week-long courses in groups of a maximum of eight. The centre includes two warm pools. Non-residential classes are also available.

Ages

From 20 months.

Activities

There are adult and baby classes for children up to 20 months, adult and toddler courses for children to three years in which the children are taught water confidence and movement through game playing. Further courses are available for older children following the Kellogg's/ASA Swimming Award Scheme syllabus. Under sevens would get individual tuition (preferably for two weeks) tailored to their abilities, while older children would learn in a general class, of which there are three per day, two on Tuesdays, and the opportunity for further practice when there is no class.

Accommodation

20 double and single rooms, mostly en suite, sauna, solarium, pool table and games room plus bar and restaurant. A cot is available and food can be prepared for babies

Prices

A week's course is from £386 for adults and from £200 for children joining a group, £307.70 for one to one tuition, prices including accommodation and half board.