{"id":1719,"date":"2025-09-13T17:16:49","date_gmt":"2025-09-13T10:16:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bangkokkidsgroup.com\/about-us\/"},"modified":"2025-11-25T10:57:38","modified_gmt":"2025-11-25T03:57:38","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bangkokkidsgroup.com\/en\/about-us\/","title":{"rendered":"About Us"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Because we understand a parent's heart... the beginning means everything.<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Our Inspiration<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Bangkok Kids was founded by a family who believes that \u201cHealthy development begins on the very first day of life.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

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When we became parents, we realized that a child’s most crucial period is before they can even speak\u2014yet it is the time they learn the most.<\/p>\n

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We discovered that swimming is not merely an activity or a survival skill. It is a vital space that nurtures the brain, body, and mind. Above all, it provides a precious moment for parents to \u201ctruly be present\u201d with their little ones.<\/p>\n

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We created Bangkok Kids<\/strong> out of love, understanding, and a sincere desire to see every child grow in an environment that is warm, safe, and filled with happiness.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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“We want every child to grow up confident, happy, and feeling as safe in the water as they are in their parents’ embrace.<\/p>\n

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And this is why we remain dedicated to caring for every family… with the same heart as our very first day.”<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Our Expertise<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Delivered through real experience, continuous training, and meticulous attention to detail.<\/p>\n

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Bangkok Kids follows the curriculum of Birthlight UK, a renowned British organization specializing in infant swimming and prenatal aquatic exercise. Our founder has undergone extensive training with Birthlight UK, as well as receiving certifications from STA (UK) and ASTCA (Thailand).<\/p>\n

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We have systematically adapted this world-class knowledge to perfectly suit the context of Thai children. Every class you see today is the result of thousands of hours of real-world teaching, testing, and refinement.<\/p>\n

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Our teacher training program is rigorous and continuous. We focus deeply on theory, child development, parent communication, and extensive practical training to ensure that:<\/p>\n

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\u201cEvery instructor doesn’t just teach, but truly understands the nature of the child.\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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“Beyond the expertise of our instructors, we place equal importance on the quality of our water.<\/p>

Bangkok Kids utilizes a filtration system that meets drinking water standards. We maintain a constant, warm temperature of 32\u201334\u00b0C, which is perfect for newborns. Furthermore, our ‘Bad Chlorine Free’ system eliminates chlorine residue from both the water and the air to ensure long-term safety.<\/p>

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A Word from the Expert<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\"The joy of tiny triumphs.\"<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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“The beaming face of a little one swimming just a few meters into their parents’ arms brings me immense joy.<\/p>\n

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But witnessing a once-shy child summon the courage to jump from the poolside\u2014without needing to hold onto a parent’s finger\u2014is a victory just as beautiful.”<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Dr. Fran\u00e7oise Freedman<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Dr. Fran\u00e7oise is the pioneer of the “Gentle Approach,”<\/b> a philosophy that harmoniously integrates ancient wisdom with modern science to promote the physical and mental well-being of mothers and children through yoga, baby swimming, and gentle parenting. Her inspiration was drawn from her own experiences of pregnancy, motherhood, and time spent living among indigenous communities in the Amazon rainforest.<\/p>\n

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At Bangkok Kids, Teacher Rose and Teacher Ann<\/b> traveled to England to study directly under Dr. Fran\u00e7oise. They have brought this philosophy back to develop a swimming curriculum for toddlers that prioritizes gentleness, safety, and the parent-child bond.<\/p>\n

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We are proud to uphold the legacy of one of the world\u2019s leading pioneers in Baby Swimming, ensuring that children grow with confidence and happiness at every stage of their learning journey.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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A leading expert in the Birthlight UK Gentle Approach to infant swimming.<\/b><\/p>\n

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With over 30 years of teaching experience, Amanda is internationally recognized across Europe and Asia as a premier swimming teacher trainer. She is renowned for her focus on safety, gentleness, and deep respect for each child’s individual developmental pace.<\/p>\n

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Teacher Rose and Teacher Ann of Bangkok Kids had the privilege of studying under Amanda in both the UK and Thailand. Her mentorship became the key inspiration behind our curriculum design\u2014focusing on building the parent-child bond through play and natural movement in water.<\/p>\n

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We are deeply honored to have learned from such a distinguished mentor and to bring her profound philosophy to families in Thailand.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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