Classes for every depth
Five learn-to-swim stages for children, classes for adults and private lessons. Every class is 30 minutes unless it says otherwise.
Learn-to-swim stages
From the shallow end to the deep end. Children move up when their teacher sees they are ready, not on a fixed date.
Splash
6 months to 3 years, with a parent
Happy on their back, kicking and blowing bubbles.
- Splashing and kicking with support
- Floating on the back with a parent
- Going under, held and calm
Up to 6 babies, each with a parent (sample).
Floaters
3 to 5 years
Floats alone and pushes off the wall to glide.
- Putting the face in and blowing bubbles
- Floating and gliding alone
- Getting out at the side safely
Up to 4 children, teacher in the water (sample).
Paddlers
5 to 7 years
Swims 10 metres on front and back without aids.
- Front and back paddle without aids
- Jumping in and turning to the wall
- Treading water for 15 seconds
Up to 5 children (sample).
Strokes
7 to 9 years
Front crawl, backstroke and breaststroke over 25 metres.
- Front crawl with side breathing
- Backstroke and breaststroke legs
- 25 metres non-stop
Up to 6 children (sample).
Deep end
9 to 11 years
Treads water, dives in and swims 100 metres.
- Diving from the side
- Treading water for one minute
- 100 metres using three strokes
Up to 6 children, deep water (sample).
Adult classes
Small groups, 45 minutes, starting in the shallow end.
Adult beginners
Tue and Thu 19:00
Stroke clinic, front crawl
Thu 19:00
Confidence in deep water
Sun 08:30
Times (sample).
Private lessons
One teacher, one swimmer, 30 minutes. Good for nervous children, triathletes and swimmers with additional needs.
Holiday intensives
Five lessons in one week during school holidays: a quick way to move up a stage.
School groups
Weekday morning lessons for primary schools, with teachers and a lifeguard provided.
What to bring
- Swimsuit (no loose shorts) and a towel
- Goggles if your child likes them; caps are provided
- A drink and a snack for after the lesson
- For babies: a reusable swim nappy
Not sure where to start?
Book a free assessment on Saturday morning and a teacher will help you choose the stage.