Lessons for every age, from six months up.
Six programmes, one method. Every swimmer starts with a free assessment so they join the right class from day one.
6 months – 3 years
Parent & Baby
Songs, floating and first splashes, with a parent in the water.
30 min
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Up to 8 babies
3 – 5 years
Little Splashers
Stages 1 and 2. Confidence, floating and kicking, without a parent in the water.
30 min
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Up to 4 swimmers
5 – 12 years
Learn to Swim
Stages 3 to 5. Independent swimming, then proper technique on every stroke.
45 min
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Up to 4 swimmers
12 – 17 years
Teen Squad
Technique, fitness and friendly galas for teens who love the water.
60 min
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Up to 10 swimmers
18+ years
Adult Lessons
Never learned, or want to swim better? Beginner and improver classes, no judgement.
45 min
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Up to 6 swimmers
Any age
Private Lessons
One-to-one lessons for nervous swimmers, quick progress or a specific goal.
30 min
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Just you
The Shallows method
Every child moves through five clear stages.
Progress cards go home every term, so you always know what your swimmer is working on.
Stage
1
Splash
Water confidence, bubbles and supported kicking.
Stage
2
Float
Floating and gliding on front and back alone.
Stage
3
Glide
First 5 metres unaided and treading water.
Stage
4
Stroke
25 metres with real technique on two strokes.
Stage
5
Squad
100 metres, all four strokes, dives and turns.
Free assessment
Your first lesson is on us.
Tell us a little about your swimmer and we'll book a free 20-minute assessment within 48 hours.
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No obligation
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Placed in the right stage
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Shallows
Swimming lessons for babies, kids, teens and adults. Warm pool, small classes, patient teachers.
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