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Liz’s cornerKia ora and welcome to the very first edition of our newsletter! 🌊 At Liz van Welie Aquatics, we’re passionate about helping every child grow into a confident, capable swimmer — and we know that learning goes beyond just lessons in the pool. That’s why we’ve created this newsletter: to keep you in the loop, inspired, and connected. Each term, you’ll get:
Whether your child is just starting out or working on perfecting their technique, we’re here to support them every splash of the way. Thanks for being part of our swim school whānau — we can’t wait to share more with you! Cheers,
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Getting to know……..Liz van Welie
Liz grew up down South in Alexandra and started competitive swimming at the age of 9. Long hot summers were spent constantly in the swimming pool so competitive swimming just became a natural progression. She moved to Dunedin when she was 16 with a dream of making it to the Olympics. That dream was realized when she competed at the Sydney 2000 Olympics and then went on to win a silver medal at the 2002 Manchester Commonwealth Games. Liz van Welie Aquatics started up in 2011 in a small pool in Judea, then we moved to our Pyes Pa facility in 2017. Influenced by a drive to provide children with the opportunity to learn to swim and to make children safer in the water, we are compelled to educate our community as to why swimming lessons right from a young age are important as well as to provide opportunities for young and old to achieve their goals.
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Making a Splash: Swim Success StoryA big shoutout to Isaiah Potaka Ohlson.“Isaiah was always attached to me in the water and lacked confidence… now after just one term in Glider 3 with the amazing Cassie, he can confidently float, hold his breath underwater, kick correctly, and is starting freestyle! Isaiah’s confidence has skyrocketed, and we’re SO proud of his progress! Learning to swim truly is a gift for life.” Ngā mihi nui Emma & Isaiah Thank you for sharing your journey with us If you have a story you would love us to share please contact us via email.
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Adult Swimming
Keen to stay active this winter? If you’ve set yourself some fitness goals but need a bit of a nudge (or a splash), we’ve got just the thing! We run Adult Fitness sessions that are fully coached and tailored just for you — no matter your level. Prefer to do your own thing? We’ve got casual swim options too, so you can cruise at your own pace. Coached sessions: Advanced Fitness: Casual Membership: It’s never too late to learn how to swim. We also offer Private Adult Learn to Swim lessons to start your swimming journey into a fantastic life skill. To book your free fitness trial or more information please contact us via email.
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Teach with Purpose: Welcome to the team
Welcome to the Liz van Welie Aquatics Team with our new Learn to swim teachers for Term 3. Click here to meet our whole team
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Baby Corner
Swimming isn’t just a fun activity for little ones — it plays a powerful role in their early development. At Liz van Welie Aquatics, we believe in starting strong from the very beginning, and here’s why baby swimming is such a valuable experience: 🧠 1. Boosts Brain DevelopmentSwimming strengthens the connection between the brain and body through movement patterns that support balance, coordination, and cognitive growth. 🏃♂️ 2. Improves Physical DevelopmentWater resistance helps babies build muscle, improve coordination, and reach key motor milestones faster than on land. ❤️ 3. Builds Water Confidence and Safety SkillsEarly exposure to water builds comfort and lays the groundwork for future water safety and swimming skills. 👶 4. Supports Bonding and Emotional DevelopmentBaby swim sessions promote strong parent-child connections through shared experiences, touch, and trust-building. 💤 5. Improves Sleep and AppetiteSwimming uses lots of energy — which can mean deeper sleep and better eating habits for your baby. 🤗 6. Encourages Social InteractionGroup classes help babies engage with others, building early social skills in a playful, low-pressure environment. Ready to start your baby’s swimming journey? To book your free trial or more information please contact us via email.
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| Did you know…….
At Liz van Welie Aquatics, we’re committed to making your swim experience not just effective — but enjoyable and healthy, too! 🌿 Magnesium Mineral Pools 🔥 Underfloor Heating & Climate Control 🧼 Clean, Private & Family-Friendly Facilities At Liz van Welie Aquatics, every detail is designed to make your family’s swim journey safe, enjoyable, and stress-free.
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| Teacher of the term
A huge congratulations to Summer and Noelle, our Teachers of the Term for Term 2! They were selected based on glowing feedback from our swim families and thoughtful input from our supervisor team. This recognition is a true honor and reflects their outstanding dedication and passion for teaching. Summer and Noelle consistently demonstrate the qualities we value most in our instructors:
Thank you, Summer and Noelle, for making a real difference in the water and beyond — and thank you to our wonderful customers for your feedback!
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Important DatesWeek 5 11th August – Parent teacher interview week Week 9 08th September – Re-enrolment for our current students same day and time Week 10 15th September – Current students change days and times for Term 4 Week 10 21st September – Enrolment for new/returning students opens online 22nd September – Week 1 Holiday Program 29th September – Week 2 Holiday program Week 1 06th October – Term 4 Starts
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