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Pool Cues: Swimming Camps and Courses for Kids

Wendy BJkids 2019-08-09

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Swimming is lots of fun for people of all ages, and when it's this hot outside, a cool, spacious pool is the best possible place to be. But it is crucial to do so safely. Learning to become a proficient swimmer also opens up the doors to a range of other fun summertime activities like kayaking, surfing, and scuba diving. Here is a selection of swimming camps and courses for kids with various levels of expertise. Find out which one is best for your children.

Sports Beijing Aqua Warriors Summer Swim Camp,
Until Aug 9



Ages 4+. Aimed at enriching students' summer vacation, Aqua Warriors Summer Swim Camp is designed to improve beginners and competitive swimmers, and realize potential. The camp will focus on developing technique and enhance physical stamina, as well as optimizing turns and starts using video analysis.

RMB 1600 per week. Mon-Fri, 9 am–12 pm. Zhong Jia Palace Hotel  中家鑫园温泉酒店,后沙峪古城村委会东200米 (136 8352 7243, go here for more information)

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Happy Children Club,
Until Aug 10



Ages 3+. Happy Children Club was created by May, a coach with eight years of professional training and 23 years of teaching experience in swimming. They offer unique courses specially designed for children to improve swimming skills at different ages and levels.

RMB 1000–2750. Mon–Fri, 9.30–11 am; 3.30–5 pm. Tera Wellness Club, Phoenix Shopping Street. 凤凰城一兆韦德游泳馆 (136 7123 7304)

DragonFire Summer Master Swim Camp at WAB, 
Aug 8 – 12



Grade 1-12. The sessions will be conducted by two professional coaches, Elliot Ptasnik from the United States, and Don Watson-Brown from Australia. Both coaches have coached national teams, and bring an international perspective on swimming and training. There will be three different camps for different grades and levels, from beginner to competitive standard. Video review and stroke technique for all four strokes plus starts or turns will be included in the three camps.

RMB 1350–3050. 7-9 am; 9.30-11am; 4-6 pm. Western Academy of Beijing 北京京西学校,来广营东路8号 (Wechat: dfkhua, go here for more information)

Sino-Japanese Friendship Center,
Until end of Aug



Ages 7+. This 50m pool is located in the 21st Century Hotel. Sino-Japanese Friendship Center offers swimming classes for kids aged 7 and above. Classes are designed by professional coaches for different levels. Individual classes are available with a range of options.

RMB 1800 for 12 classes. Mon-Sun 9 am-9 pm. 40 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. 二十一世纪饭店游泳馆 (6466 4805)

Water Cube Swimming Club,
Until Sep 14



Ages 4-14. Water Cube Swimming Club's coaching team has made specific plans for this summer's swim classes for children of different ages and levels. Aimed at the problems caused by lack of training, the classes will improve technique in a range of areas. Kids can choose classes from beginners and intermediate to competitive level, and learn techniques for breaststroke and freestyle.


RMB 800-3600. Mon-Sun, 9am-10pm. Water Cube Swimming Club. 11 Tianchen East Road, Chaoyang District. 北京市天辰东路11号国家游泳中心 (水立方内) (8437 8899, the QR code above has more information)

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