SWIMMING classes aimed at developing confidence and safety in water are being offered to Wyre Forest children.

The lessons, run by the Baba Seahorse company, are for newborn babies and toddlers up to the age of four.

The classes, taught by fully qualified swimming instructors, will be run at three venues in Wyre Forest from Wednesday, June 22.

Classes will be available at the private pools of Abberley Hall School, Franche Middle School and Holy Trinity School.

All parents are invited to take part in the sessions, regardless of their own swimming abilities.

David Salt, co-owner of Baba Seahorse and an instructor, explained the benefits the lessons would bring to children and parents, saying: "Swimming helps children with co-ordination and exercises their heart, lungs and muscles."

For more information about the sessions, contact Baba Seahorse on 01562 632620 or visit www.babaseahorse.co.uk