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Reasons For You To Choose Us

Here at ABC Swimming And Coaching, we appreciate that there are so many swim schools to choose from and we firmly believe that you should choose the right one for you and your family. We also understand that for some, beginning a swimming journey can be a daunting process and so to help you decide, we have enlisted some key elements that we can offer you.

Experienced Staff

The best interests of our children are at the heart of our school. We work together to ensure this at all times.

Personal Development

We participate in various courses to ensure we keep up to date with best teaching practices on a consistent basis.

Modern Methods

We remain up to date and current whilst combining proven traditional techniques for a balanced, fun and effective teaching style.

Unique School

We are a small swim school meaning we tailor the classes to our children’s needs and actually get to know you! You will never be a number to us, every child we teach is unique.

OUR POOLS

Oaklands Community Pool

Take swimming lessons in the heart of Southampton be it in private classes or small groups. All teachers are insured and DBS checked so book in with confidence.

  • 25m pool and purpose built teaching pool
  • 0.75m-2m depths
  • 31 degrees
  • Purpose built teaching pool with built in entry steps
  • Adult lessons in a full length pool
  • Large changing facilities
  • Dedicated spectators area
  • Ample free parking

Marwell Hotel

A wonderful heated pool in a welcoming hotel environment, located in between Southampton and Winchester.

  • 8m length
  • 1.3-1.5m depth
  • 29.5 degrees
  • Weekend lessons available
  • Space for spectating
  • Cafe on sight
  • Ample free parking

The Club @ Chilworth Manor

Enjoy your lessons in a first class pool. Warm, easily accessible and quiet. Conveniently located in the lovely area of Chilworth.

  • 16m length
  • 1.35m depth
  • 30 degrees
  • Weekday, weekend and after school lessons
  • Spectator area with hot drink facilities
  • Ample free parking
SAFE AND FUN

Our Lessons

Lessons are all 30 minutes long, weekly, during term time. All of the pools we teach in are specially selected for purpose and safety. They are heated to a minimum of 30 degrees, have changing facilities and parking. To book please complete the contact form with your little one’s age - we will get back to you with our availability and get you booked in for your free trial lesson!

Adult Group Lessons (45 Min)

£15

Children’s Group Lessons

£11.75

Private Lessons (1-2-1)

£32

Private Lessons (2-2-1)

£44

Baby

A magical bonding experience for parent and baby from 8 weeks+

★ Swimming strengthens babies hearts and lungs as well as all of their muscles

★ Huge developmental benefits for your baby, including balance and motor skills

★ 1-2-1 bonding time with skin to skin contact for emotional development

★ Group classes with a fantastic opportunity for socialising (for both you and your baby!)

Toddler

Adventure filled lessons for you and your toddler to enjoy together

★ A chance for safe exploration of limits and learning pool safety

★ Increased coordination both in and out of the pool

★ Swimming with a parent/carer increases confidence and self esteem, fantastic life skills

★ Cardiovascular, emotional and cognitive development benefits

★ Introduction of the STAnley awards for recognition and achievement

Pre-School

Big Independence for our little swimmers

★ Encourage independence, confidence, courage and self esteem both in and out of the pool

★ Pool safety awareness combined with enjoyment for swimming

★ Benefits for concentration span, listening skills and following instruction - perfect preparation for beginning school

★ Opportunity to achieve awards through demonstrative learning

★ Maximum of 4 children per class

Juniors

★ Maximum of 4 children per class

★ STA Achievement Awards for recognition and progress

★ Progressive programme, led by the needs of your child

★ Inclusive teaching styles to suit everyone

★ Enjoyment - compulsory!

Improvers-Advanced

★ Maximum of 6 children per class

★ Upper scale of the STA Achievement Awards for recognition and progress

★ Lifesaving skills

★ Technique refinement

Adults

★ Small Group, Private and Semi-Private options available

★ Complete Beginners through to Improvers

★ Confidence Building and Lifesaving skills

★ Technique Refinement

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