WHAT IS RUBBA DUCKIES?
Rubba Duckies is not your regular swim school, with one standard swimming program that teaches children water skills, so we can tick the boxes and give each child a level and a badge.
At Rubba Duckies we see each child as an individual.We teach each child to their specific needs, and at the level they are comfortable at.
If a child has fun, and is praised for the positive they do, they will keep trying, and if they keep trying, they will not give up and they will SUCCEED.
Having three pools located in Guildford and one pool in Godalming we hope to welcome more families to Rubba Duckies.
Rubba Duckies is a family, we are all one and there to support everyone. Staff, parents and children.
OUR TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
At Rubba Duckies, every child is unique. Our teachers adapt their approach based on each child’s personality, confidence level and learning style so that every lesson is safe, fun and encouraging.
UNDERSTANDING EACH CHILD
Before we begin teaching, we take time to understand the child we are working with.
- Is the child outgoing or shy?
- Are they nervous or naturally confident?
- Does their confidence match their ability?
We recognise that every family has different goals. Our teachers adapt their approach to support both the child and their parents.
WORKING WITH PARENTS
We recognise that every family has different goals. Our teachers adapt their approach to support both the child and their parents.
- Gentle and supportive parenting style
- Competitive or goal-focused approach
- Parents wanting fun vs parents wanting fast progress
OUR TEACHING APPROACH
We keep our classes small so teachers can build a relationship with every child, understand their interests, and support their progress.
Water Safety First
We teach children an essential life skill while helping them feel safe and confident in the water.
Learning Through Play
Fun is central to our lessons. Games and play help children learn faster and feel relaxed.
Every Child Matters
Children are never just another number in the class. Every child matters, always, all the time.
OUR ETHOS
Rubba Duckies is a family.
We support our staff, our parents and every child who joins our lessons.