A group of teeny tiny swimmers in Prenton got into the Commonwealth Games spirit with a special themed swim session.
The parents and tots at Becky Adlington Baby Stars Prenton, donned St Georges Cross hats, replica medals and even blow up torches and trophies to celebrate the achievements of British athletes, including company founder Becky Adlington who won four Commonwealth medals during her career.
Wirral's Freya Anderson won four swimming medals at the Games.
The Baby Stars classes run a different theme every week in a story telling format and what better story to tell than the success of swimmers like Becky Adlington who kicked off her love of water at a very young age.
Becky Adlington Baby Stars teacher Lucy Burgess
Whilst babies won't be working on their backstrokes, introducing little ones to the water as soon as possible, helps build confidence when they do learn to swim.
Additionally, baby swim is a fantastic bonding experience for both parent and baby, as well as helping babies to develop their motor skills as they make shapes in the water.
Becky Adlington Baby Stars teacher Lucy Burgess with Prenton parent and baby
Becky Adlington said: "As a mum, I know we want to make sure our little ones are getting the very best start from day one.
"Introducing them to water as soon as possible is a brilliant way to encourage their development and make some brilliant memories.
She added: “With the Commonwealth taking place at the moment we wanted to inspire the next generation of potential swimmers.
"The podium and even a gold medal is not out of reach to the babies of Prenton, thanks to their access to a good quality swimming pool and the very best teachers.”
Above and below: Becky Adlington Baby Stars teacher Lucy Burgess with Prenton parent and baby
Becky Adlington Baby Stars teacher Lucy Burgess with Prenton parent and baby
The centre in Prenton is located in Total Fitness and offers a variety of classes, not just for babies but for children up to the age of 12 meaning more children in the Wirral can access a quality swimming pool.
To find out more about how you can be involved in Becky Adlington’s Baby Stars at the Prenton centre visit https://www.beckyadlingtonsswimstars.com/venues/245-totalfitnessprentonwirral.
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