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Swim Academy

Westonbirt Swim Academy provides fun and inclusive swimming lessons for children of all abilities from ages 3 – 16. Following the Swim England framework, our programme is designed to ensure your child not only learns an essential life skill, but builds confidence in the water whilst having fun under the guidance and expert tuition of professional and empathetic swimming teachers.

In addition to small group lessons (6 – 8 per class) Westonbirt Swim Academy offers private 1:1 lessons for juniors (4+) and adults in the safe and inclusive environment of the 25m heated indoor pool at Westonbirt School.

Duckling Awards

From 3+ years, Duckling Awards are the early years framework for toddlers and are designed to help them enjoy learning to swim with help from a parent or guardian.

  • Duckling 1 will see children start to move by themselves in the water and by Duckling 4 children are jumping in, going underwater, floating and travelling 10 metres without support
  • Children work towards four different colourful Awards, each with its own certificate and badge
  • Duckling Awards are great at promoting increased independence and water confidence to help prepare for Stage 1 of the Learn to Swim Framework.

Swim England Learn to Swim Awards

Stages 1-7 Programme

  • Fun, structured lessons for children aged 4+ to develop water confidence and foundational swimming skills
  • The Learn to Swim Stage 1-7 Awards are divided into progressive stages. They make up the core, national syllabus of learning to swim for primary school aged children.
  • They are designed to reward your child for their development of the essential aquatic skills they need to be confident, competent and safe in the water.

Stages 8-10 Programme

  • The Learn to Swim Stages 8-10 Awards make up the Aquatic Skills Framework of the Learn to Swim Programme
  • They continue the swimmer’s journey past Learn to Swim Stage 7 of the Learn to Swim Framework.
  • Swimmers are encouraged to take part in different aquatic disciplines that develop their fundamental sports skills.

Why Westonbirt Swim Academy?

  • Experienced team with over 25 years combined swim teaching experience
  • Following the trusted and reputable Swim England framework structed so that your child progresses through an accredited swim programme
  • Inclusive fun sessions that keep children engaged and motivated whilst learning essential life skills
  • Small group lessons (max 6-8 per session) so that children have full attention of the swim teach and the time and encouragement to succeed
  • Parents can easily monitor their child’s swimming progress through a private parent portal
  • Certificates & priority access to next Swim stage lessons
  • Regular communication of crash courses, galas and age-appropriate activities at Westonbirt Pool and Westonbirt School
  • Free parking at Westonbirt Pool

RLSS UK Rookie Lifeguard

Developed by the Royal Life Saving Society UK in partnership with Swim England, the Rookie Lifeguard Awards offer parents the comfort and knowledge that their child has the knowledge to avoid dangers and enjoy the water safely. The Rookie Lifeguard Awards are for your children if they are budding lifeguards. The Bronze, Silver and Gold stage awards ensure children have a solid safety education and have learned rescue and resuscitation techniques.

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Holiday Swim Crash Courses

For those keen to keep kids engaged during the school holidays and know that their child would benefit from consecutive swimming days, Westonbirt Swim Academy Crash Courses are fun-filled camps scheduled during school breaks, designed to boost skills and grow water confidence in a fun environment.

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Private Swim Tuition

Alongside toddler and junior Swim Academy, we offer private 1:1 lessons for all ages 4 and over. So whether you are a beginner or less confident adult swimmer keen to learn to swim or improve confidence in the water, or have a junior swimmer that would benefit from private lessons, please drop us a line:

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Meet the Team

Charlotte – Swim Academy Coordinator

Beginning her journey as a swim teacher at 15 when she volunteered as part of the DofE Award Scheme, Charlotte qualified as a Swim Teacher at 18. After University, she moved into a leadership role as a Swim Academy Coordinator, where she has enjoyed supporting swimmers and swim teachers ever since. Committed to creating a positive, encouraging environment where every swimmer can grow in confidence and enjoy their time in the water, Charlotte leads the Swim Academy team at Westonbirt Pool.

Phoebe – Swim Teacher

Competitive swimming shaped her early years and becoming a lifeguard was the natural next step. But wanting to do more than watch over the pool, Phoebe progressed to swimming teacher, which was the perfect opportunity to combine her love for swimming with the joy of guiding others.  She says: ‘swim teaching is incredibly rewarding and seeing students overcome challenges, refine techniques and develop a passion for swimming makes every lesson worthwhile’.

Matilda – Swim Teacher

AI-generated content may be incorrect.Matilda discovered her love for swimming teaching through her local swimming club, where she began by shadowing one of the coaches. That early experience opened the door to a rewarding journey of helping young swimmers grow – there’s nothing quite like seeing swimmers develop their skills and gain confidence in the water.

Nisha – Swim Teacher

Nisha’s started her swim teaching journey as lifeguard at Westonbirt School, where encouraged by a wonderful mentor, she decided to pursue teaching qualifications. That was six years ago, and every day since has reinforced her love for swim teaching. She gets immense joy from watching swimmers progress in every class, driven by their enthusiasm and eagerness to learn. She feels privileged to be part of their journey.

Chris – Swim Teacher

Chris initially got into teaching after searching for a more active role, and with a background in club swimming at her local club in Stroud, swim teaching was the perfect fit. The fast-paced environment at the pool means each day is both varied and rewarding.

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