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Private 1-1 swimming lessons for nervous adults

Just you, the instructor and the water — no class watching, no judgement. Learn at your own pace in Edgbaston & Reading.

Private 1-1No class · no judgementAdults · any ageEdgbaston & Reading

You’re not alone

Around 1 in 3 adults in England can't swim 25 metres, so if you never learned as a child — or had a scary experience — you're in good company. Our lessons are completely private and one-to-one: we start where you're comfortable, in the shallow end, and your instructor gets into the water with you.

Source: Swim England

How it works

Start with a £24.99 Taster Lesson

Try a £24.99 Taster Lesson — 50% off the standard £49.99 per-lesson rate — which includes an assessment so we can build a plan around you.

No direct debit. Prefer to talk first? Request a callback and we’ll give you a ring — no pressure.

† Taster Lesson is an introductory offer for new customers (50% off the £49.99 standard per-lesson rate). One per new customer. Full prices on our pricing page.

What our swimmers say

“Nikolay has been fantastic in building my water confidence.”
Victor Akin
“Started from a total non-swimmer and in a matter of 6 weeks with the excellent one-to-one training from Nikolay I've become water competent.”
Andy Beard

Frequently asked questions

I'm an adult — isn't it embarrassing?

Not with us. Lessons are completely private 1-1 — no class, no audience. Around 1 in 3 adults in England can't swim, so you're far from alone.

I'm scared of the water / the deep end.

That's exactly who these lessons are for. We start in the shallow end at your pace, and your instructor is in the water with you the whole time.

Am I too old to learn?

No. We teach adults of any age — many of our adult swimmers started as complete beginners.

How many lessons will I need?

It varies. Many adults build foundational confidence and technique in around five weekly lessons; your Taster Lesson's assessment gives you a tailored estimate.

How much does it cost?

Private 1-1 lessons work out from £39.99 per lesson on our 12-Lesson Plan (£44.99 on the 8-Lesson Plan, £49.99 on the 4-Lesson Plan). New customers can start with a £24.99 Taster Lesson — 50% off — that includes an assessment. No direct debit. See full prices on our pricing page.

Ready when you are

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