4.7 / 5 by 10,000+ Satisfied Swimmers

We tried other swim schools but nothing compares to the experience and results we’ve seen here.

Swim Lessons That
Build
Skills Beyond the Pool

Our progressive program helps people of all ages become safer, stronger swimmers. Because its not just learning how to swim, it’s learning that you can.

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Water Safety

With A Splash Of Fun

Our step-by-step program makes learning fun while helping you build confidence, improve water safety, and master essential swimming skills at your own pace. 

Water Acclimation

Become comfortable in the water with support from highly-trained & caring instructors. 

Water Survival

Build confidence and learn lifesaving survival skills like floating, rolling over & breathing.

Stroke Development

Strengthen your survival skills & become a master of the four competitive swim strokes.

Programs

Tadpole

Water Acclimation

Age Group: 3 – 36 months

Gain confidence with a gentle introduction to the water.

Swimboree

Beginner Water Survival

Age Group: 3 – 36 months

Learn lifesaving survival skills with the support of an parent/guardian.

Seahorse

Advanced Water Survival

Age Group: 18–36 months

Build independence with the support of caring instructors.

Under 3 Years Old

Tadpole

Water Acclimation

Age Group: 3 – 36 months

Gain confidence with a gentle introduction to the water.

Swimboree

Beginner Water Survival

Age Group: 3 – 36 months

Learn lifesaving survival skills with the support of an parent/guardian.

Seahorse

Advanced Water Survival

Age Group: 18–36 months

Build independence with the support of caring instructors.

Over 3 Years Old

Starfish

Water Acclimation

Age Group: 3-11 years

Gain confidence with a gentle introduction to the water.

Minnow

Beginner Water Survival

Age Group: 3-11 years

Learn lifesaving survival skills like floating, rolling over & breathing.

Turtle 1

Advanced Water Survival

Age Group: 3–11 years

Learn foundational techniques to prepare for stroke development.

Stroke Development

Turtle 2

Beginner Stroke Skills

Age Group: 3–11 years

Learn freestyle, backstroke & breaststroke with an introduction to butterfly.

Shark 1

Advanced Stroke Skills

Age Group: 3–11 years

Master the four competitive swim strokes to build endurance & speed.

Shark 2

Pre-Team Swimmers

Age Group: 3–11 years

Master starts, turns, medleys & stamina to prepare for the swim team.

Teen, Adult & Adaptive

Young Adult

Beginner to Experienced

Age Group: 12+

Lessons designed specifically for teens focusing on water safety & stroke development.

Adult

Beginner to Experienced

Age Group: 18+

Lessons designed specifically for adults focusing on water safety & stroke development.

Dolphin

Adaptive Aquatics

Age Group: All Ages

Lessons designed specifically for special abilities focusing on water safety & survival skills.

Become a Safer Swimmer

Which Program Is Right For You?

Take our fast and easy swim assessment to find the right program for your age and skill level.

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Discover The British Swim School Difference

Discover The British Swim School Difference

Survival-First Approach

Master lifesaving survival skills for protection against the dangers of drowning.

Highly-Trained Instructors

Learn from experts with in-depth training & enthusiasm for teaching water safety.

Goal-Oriented Program

Progress at your own pace with instruction that fits your unique skills and learning style.

Small Group Sizes

Get individual attention in small groups of 4-6 swimmers for faster progress.

Fun & Gentle Methods

Stay engaged with supportive teaching techniques that make learning fun.

Year-Round Enrollment

Start anytime and make progress with ongoing lessons for uninterrupted progress.

FAQ

Swimmers can start as early as 3 months old—because it’s never too soon to learn water safety. There’s no age limit, so whether you’re learning as a toddler, teenager, or anywhere in between, we have a program to help you become a safer swimmer.

Our step-by-step program focuses on water acclimation, survival skills, and stroke development. The familiar format of each lesson offers comfort and consistency as you progress through our levels, making each transition smooth and seamless. 

You join a small group and receive individual attention and tailored instruction. Water acclimation and water survival programs have a 4:1 student-to-instructor ratio, with stroke development programs maintaining a 6:1 student-to-instructor ratio. 

We’re committed to tracking and celebrating your progress. Each program provides five clear goals and you progress at your own pace. These goals guide our lessons and ensure you get instruction that fits your unique skills and learning style.

Our instructors are highly-trained, experienced, and passionate about teaching water safety. They complete our comprehensive British Swim School training and hold national certifications in lifeguarding and first aid to ensure safety is a priority in every lesson.

Find your nearest location and take our fast and easy swim assessment to match the right program for your age and skill level. Then, choose a convenient day and time and complete your registration online in just a few simple steps, or call us for help.