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Multiple national championships and representation at European and World Championships. The club has a strong focus on teaching children to swim, with classes starting from the age of 4. The Learn to Swim Programme follows the Swim Ireland curriculum and swimmers progress through five stages before having the opportunity to join the Development Squad.
The club's highly qualified teachers are all fully Garda vetted and provide a safe and supportive environment for children to learn and progress in their swimming abilities. Classes run in terms of 10 weeks, starting from September and continuing until July. Sessions are held on Saturdays at 10 am and 11 am, as well as on Sundays at 5 pm. Due to high demand, interested parents are asked to complete a simple registration process to secure a spot for their child in the next block of lessons.
The Development Squad builds on the skills acquired in the Learn to Swim Programme and focuses on more advanced techniques, lane swimming, and potential competitive swimming opportunities. Swimmers must be able to swim 25m competently in each of the 4 strokes before joining the Development Squad. New starters will initially swim on Thursdays from 7 pm to 8 pm and can progress to further hours as they advance in their abilities.
Overall, the ESB Swimming Club is dedicated to providing high-quality swimming lessons for children in Dublin 4. With a rich history dating back to 1949, the club continues to uphold its commitment to teaching children to swim in a safe and supportive environment, while also providing opportunities for swimmers to progress to competitive levels if desired.