We run swimming lessons for babies, pre-schoolers and children in Cheltenham, Gloucester, Stroud and Stonehouse.
- Baby and infant swimming classes from birth
- Swimming lessons for toddlers / pre-school children up to 4 years old
- Swim Academy lessons for school-aged children from 4 to 10 years
NEW BABY & PRESCHOOL CLASSES
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Our Pools & Classes
We swim at several hand-picked pools around Cheltenham, Gloucester, Stroud and Stonehouse.
Our Pools & Classes
Not sure which class you need?
Read about each class level and watch our videos to see us in action!
Floaties
(0-9 months)Splashers
(6-15 months)Kickers
(15-30 months)Little Dippers
(30 months - 4 years)Dippers/Dabblers
(Progression from Little Dippers)Swim Academy
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Baby & Pre-school Swimming Lessons - birth to 4 years
Our Baby & Pre-school programme is a wonderful bonding experience. Progressive lesson plans instil water-confidence and a love of swimming whilst our expert teachers tailor activities to your child’s abilities and needs. Taught in lovely, warm pools with a maximum of nine children, our classes incorporate rhyme, music and movement based on extensive child development research; we are 100% child-led. Our lessons are so well-received that the children we teach can often swim over 10m before they start school.
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Swim Academy - aged 4-10 years
Swim Academy teaches primary-school children up to the age of 10 to swim beautifully and efficiently, as well developing essential water safety and lifesaving skills. Our close-knit class sizes mean all children get the right level of support to suit their age. Small enough to nurture; large enough to let go. Children learn through experience, fun and some repetition. Practice makes perfect. We keep our classes fun, lively, varied and exciting to help your child stay engaged and challenged in the water.
Courtesy Classes
If you can't make one of your lessons, let us know and we'll give you a Courtesy Class!
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Got a friend who books into a class with us?! You will both receive a free class credit to your account!
Meet the team
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Charlie
Franchise Owner. Swim Academy & Baby & Preschool Teacher
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Catherine
Senior Teacher. Swim Academy & Baby & Preschool Teacher
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Clare L
Head of teaching. Swim Academy & Baby & Preschool Teacher. Office administrator
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Clare T
Senior Teacher. Swim Academy Teacher
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Holly
Swim Academy & Baby & Preschool Teacher
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Milly
Swim Academy & Baby & Preschool Teacher
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Becky
Swim Academy & Baby & Preschool Teacher
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Sophie
Swim Academy teacher
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Ellie
Swim Academy Teacher
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Chris
Swim Academy teacher
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Laura
Poolside Assistant
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Emma
Poolside Assistant
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Ella
Poolside Assistant
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