Swimming Lessons and Lifesaving Courses

Swim your way through Summer with our intensive lessons for toddlers, children and adults!
This programme consists of daytime lessons running for 5 consecutive days, Monday – Friday, for 1 week or evening lessons running for 5 consecutive weeks attending on the same day and time each week.

Scroll down to see more info on each class so you can decide which one is most suitable to book.

Please note, these lessons do not grant priority enrolment for OLC Learn To Swim Levels 1-7 however they offer a transformative experience, laying a solid foundation for a lifetime of aquatic enjoyment and safety.

See all course barcodes for quick search when booking:

Core Skills Freestyle – CSF
Core Skills Breaststroke – CSB
Intro to Competitive Swimming – ICS

Do you want your child to improve on their swimming skills before the Summer holidays begin? Or perhaps you want to build upon your own swimming skills. Then our Swim For Summer programme could be just what you need!

This programme consists of 5 consecutive weeks of lessons with classes for Beginners to Advanced and also One to Ones.

Scroll down to see more info on each class so you can decide which one is most suitable to book.

Please note, these lessons do not grant priority enrolment for OLC Learn To Swim Levels 1-7 however they offer a transformative experience, laying a solid foundation for a lifetime of aquatic enjoyment and safety.

Beginners (age 5+) – Dive into the world of swimming with our beginner-friendly lessons, perfect for children with little to no prior experience. These sessions focus on building water confidence and mastering the foundational skills of swimming. Lessons are held in the Learner Pool.

Improvers (age 5+) – These lessons cater to children with prior swimming experience, such as completion of OLC Level 2/3 or equivalent, and who feel comfortable navigating through water. Ideal for children who possess confidence in the learner pool environment, participants will delve into the essential aspects of water confidence while being introduced to various swimming techniques. Lessons are held in the Learner Pool.

Intermediate (age 5+) – These swimming lessons are tailored for Improver swimmers, who already possess experience equivalent to OLC Level 4-5 or similar proficiency and feel comfortable navigating the Main Pool. Designed for children who exude confidence in the water, participants will delve into the essentials of water confidence while being introduced to various swimming techniques. Lessons are held in the Main Pool.

Advanced (age 5+) – Dive into advanced swimming perfect for children who have completed OLC Level 5/6 or its equivalent, participants should be proficient in at least two different swim strokes and comfortable navigating deep waters. Lessons are held in the Main Pool.

Teens (age 12+) – These lessons are designed for beginners and improvers, specifically tailored to children aged 12 and over. Participants will focus on building water confidence and progressively enhancing their swimming skills. Lessons are held in the Main Pool.

Adult Beginners (age 18+) – Designed for non-swimmers and those seeking to build confidence in the water, these sessions offer a supportive environment for adult beginner swimmers. Lessons are held in the Main Pool.

Adult Improvers (age 18+) – Designed specifically for adults capable of swimming 15 to 25 meters, these lessons concentrate on honing stroke technique, mastering breathing techniques, and perfecting body positioning. Elevate your swimming abilities to confidently tackle longer distances. Lessons are held in the Main Pool.

Adult Mixed Abilities (age 18+) – Our swimming lessons cater to adults at beginner and improver levels. Led by experienced instructors, these sessions focus on improving stroke technique to enhance endurance and confidence in the water. Join us for personalised guidance and a supportive environment as you embark on your journey to becoming a stronger, more confident swimmer. Lessons are held in the Main Pool.

Additional Needs Beginners (age 5-18) – Tailored for individuals with additional needs who are new to swimming, these sessions offer a supportive and inclusive environment. Classes focus on building water confidence, mastering basic swimming techniques, and fostering independence in the pool. Depending on the participant’s abilities and needs, parents or carers may be requested to provide assistance in the water. Whether the goal is to enhance mobility, improve fitness, or simply enjoy aquatic activities, our lessons provide a welcoming and safe space for all abilities to thrive. Lessons are delivered in the Learner Pool.

Additional Needs Improvers (age 5-18) – These tailored sessions are designed for individuals with additional needs who have some swimming experience and are eager to refine their skills. Each day focuses on honing techniques, boosting water confidence, and advancing overall swimming proficiency. Whether it’s mastering strokes, building endurance, or perfecting breathing techniques, our programme caters to diverse needs and abilities. Within a supportive and inclusive environment, participants are encouraged to progress at their own pace, ensuring a rewarding and empowering experience. Lessons are held in the Main Pool.

Tiny Tots (age 2-3 or age 4) –  These classes are split on age of children with classes for 2-3 year olds and classes for 4 years olds. Perfect for little water adventurers to embark on an exciting journey to build water confidence and dive into the first swimming fundamentals. Both the parent/guardian and child join in the aquatic fun for 5 consecutive days/weeks, splashing their way to fantastic progress in no time!

Core Skills (Freestyle or Breaststroke) (age 5+) – Our expert instructors focus on the fundamentals of breaststroke or freestyle swimming, including body positioning, efficient arm and leg movements, and building confidence in the water. These lessons provide a supportive and fun environment where children can develop essential aquatic skills.

Intro to Competitive Swimming (age 5+) – This class provides a structured, engaging, and enjoyable way to develop fitness, discipline, and teamwork over an intensive five-day or week-long period where children will learn essential lane etiquette, such as circle swimming, proper starting and stopping techniques, overtaking, and maintaining spatial awareness to ensure safe and efficient training sessions. These lessons are not affiliated with nor provide entry into any swimming clubs.

One to One (age 5+) – Children and adult swimming lessons are offered on a one-to-one basis with an OLC instructor in both our Learner Pool and Main Pool. Participants can greatly benefit from the personalised attention provided by private lessons, allowing the instructor to tailor the lesson to suit the individual participant and accommodate their learning pace.

OLC’s Rookie Lifeguard Programme is a popular, fun and educational junior award scheme for 8 – 12 year olds. For most children, it’s the first opportunity to explore water safety and learn valuable life skills.

During the programme, each Rookie will be made aware of how to take care of themselves, their family and friends, providing them with the information needed to promote water safety in their day-to-day activities.

Before booking you must ensure that your child can swim 25 metres front and back; tread water for 30 seconds; and surface dive to the bottom of the pool

Rookie Bronze Award – details to be confirmed for new course.

Progressing from stage 1 of the Bronze Award right through to stage 3 of the Bronze Award, Rookies start the programme at an ability level suitable for swimmers who have just learned to swim and progress to the level of performing lifesaving tows.

Cost: £60 includes all course materials and certificates.

Once children have completed the Rookie Bronze Award, they will have the opportunity to continue progressing through the Rookie Programme with stages 1, 2 & 3 of Rookie Silver and stages 1, 2 & 3 of Rookie Gold.