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Foundation Programme

Learn to Swim

Our structured six-level programme takes swimmers from their first splash to competition readiness. Perfect for children aged 4-12 years.

1 Session Per Week

Mondays and Tuesdays 6.30pm, 7pm & 7.30pm

£50 Per Month

Affordable pricing for quality instruction

Qualified Instructors

Experienced teachers with safeguarding certification

Six Progressive Levels

Each level builds essential skills, confidence, and technique to prepare swimmers for the next stage

1

Water Confidence

Duration: 8-12 weeks

Skills Focus:

Water entry and exit
Submerging face
Floating on front and back
Basic movement through water

Exit Criteria:

Comfortable in water, can float independently for 5 seconds

2

Basic Movement

Duration: 10-14 weeks

Skills Focus:

Front crawl arms
Backstroke basics
Treading water
Underwater swimming

Exit Criteria:

Swim 10m front crawl and backstroke with aids

3

Stroke Development

Duration: 12-16 weeks

Skills Focus:

Front crawl breathing
Backstroke arms
Introduction to breaststroke
Diving from poolside

Exit Criteria:

Swim 15m front crawl with breathing, 15m backstroke

4

Technique Building

Duration: 14-18 weeks

Skills Focus:

Breaststroke technique
Butterfly introduction
Tumble turns
Endurance building

Exit Criteria:

Swim 25m of three strokes competently

5

Stroke Refinement

Duration: 16-20 weeks

Skills Focus:

All four competitive strokes
Racing starts
Competitive turns
Pacing and race strategy

Exit Criteria:

Swim 50m of all four strokes with correct technique

6

Competition Ready

Duration: 20-24 weeks

Skills Focus:

Race preparation
Advanced technique
Training sets
Competition experience

Exit Criteria:

Complete 100m individual medley, ready for Academy assessment

Graduates progress to Academy 1 after successful assessment

Our Location

Classes available Mondays and Tuesdays at 6.30pm, 7pm & 7.30pm

Andersontown LC

Andersonstown Leisure Centre, Andersonstown Road, Belfast, BT11 9BE
25m Pool
Mondays and Tuesdays 6.30pm, 7pm & 7.30pm
Free on-site parking

Methodist College Belfast

Malone Road, Belfast, BT9 6BY
25m Pool
Mondays and Tuesdays 6.30pm, 7pm & 7.30pm
On-site parking available

After Level 6

Swimmers who complete Level 6 are ready to progress to our Academy programme

Academy 1 Assessment

Graduates complete a skills assessment to join Academy 1, our entry-level competitive squad. This marks the beginning of their competitive swimming journey.

Learn About Academy Programme

Frequently Asked Questions

What age can my child start?

Children can start from age 4 in Level 1. We assess each child individually to ensure they're placed in the appropriate level for their ability and confidence.

How long does each level take?

Each level typically takes 8-24 weeks depending on the level and individual progress. Swimmers progress when they've mastered the exit criteria for their current level.

What is the class size?

We maintain small class sizes with a maximum ratio of 1 instructor to 8 swimmers to ensure personalized attention and safety.

Can parents watch the lessons?

Yes, all our venues have spectator areas where parents can watch their children's lessons. We encourage parents to observe their child's progress.

What happens if my child misses a lesson?

We offer make-up sessions where possible, subject to availability. Please contact us as soon as possible if your child needs to miss a lesson.

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