Business Details
36 Years
experience
Expert Swimming Lessons for All Ages in Watford
Established in 1990, The Aqua Swim School has been delivering high-quality swimming instruction in a safe and engaging environment for over three decades. Our team comprises ASA and Swim England Level 2 qualified instructors who undergo rigorous national-standard training, ensuring expert guidance for all learners. We specialise in small-group lessons with a maximum of eight participants, maintaining a teacher-in-the-water approach for beginners while catering to swimmers aged 3.5 years and above. Our structured curriculum aligns with nationally recognised awards, including Personal Survival and Water Skills certifications, with progression pathways for advanced swimmers.Located at Watford Girls Grammar School, we operate term-time lessons across multiple daily slots and offer summer crash courses. All instructors adhere to strict child protection protocols, and our facilities maintain clear safety guidelines for changing areas and car parking. We prioritise transparent communication through our parent portal, enabling easy access to course details, availability, and fee structures.
Services
Beginner Classes
Improvers Sessions
Advanced Swimming
Summer Crash Courses
Nationally Accredited Awards
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience delivering swimming instruction since 1990
- All instructors hold ASA or Swim England Level 2 qualifications
- Small group sizes ensure focused, effective learning environments
- Curriculum leads to nationally recognised swimming achievement awards
- Term-time lessons and summer crash courses provide flexible learning options
Associations and certifications
- Amateur Swimming Association (ASA)
- Swim England
Services
Beginner Swimming
Structured classes for children aged 3.5+ with teacher-in-water instruction. Focus on water confidence, basic strokes, and safety skills in groups of six. Builds foundation for progression to improvers level.
Advanced Swimming
Poolside-coached sessions for experienced swimmers developing advanced techniques. Includes length swimming, competitive stroke refinement, and lifesaving skills. Teaches personal survival and water safety awards.
Summer Crash Courses
Accelerated learning during school holidays with concentrated lesson blocks. Designed to fast-track swimming proficiency and award attainment. Available for all ability levels from beginners to advanced swimmers.
Nationally Accredited Awards
Recognised achievement system tracking progress through skill-based milestones. Includes ASA awards, Personal Survival Awards, and Water Skills certifications. Provides measurable progression for all age groups.
Term-Time Lessons
Weekly scheduled sessions during school terms across multiple time slots. Offers consistent skill development with qualified instructors. Available for beginners through to advanced swimmers in structured group settings.
People
Lis
Instructor
Qualified swimming teacher with extensive experience in delivering structured lessons for young children. Specialises in building water confidence and foundational swimming skills.
Rob
Instructor
Certified swimming coach focusing on technique development for improvers. Experienced in transitioning beginners to intermediate swimming proficiency through structured lesson plans.
Corinne
Instructor
Senior swimming teacher with specialist expertise in advanced stroke correction. Leads elite training sessions and summer crash courses while maintaining strict safety protocols.
Karen
Instructor
Experienced poolside coach delivering improvers and advanced classes. Focuses on developing competitive swimming techniques and lifesaving skills for progression to higher award levels.
Susan
Instructor
Qualified swimming teacher specialising in small group instruction. Committed to creating safe, engaging learning environments that foster measurable skill development across all ability levels.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We teach children aged 3.5 years and older. Beginner classes require teacher-in-water instruction while improvers and advanced swimmers receive poolside coaching.
Are adult swimming lessons available?
Currently we focus exclusively on children's swimming instruction. Our programme caters to all ability levels from beginner through to advanced swimmers aged 3.5+.
What qualifications do your instructors hold?
All instructors hold ASA or Swim England Level 2 qualifications. They complete teacher training and national-standard exams, with ongoing adherence to child protection protocols.
How long are the lessons?
All lessons last 30 minutes. Term-time classes run at multiple daily slots while summer crash courses offer intensive learning blocks for accelerated progress.
What awards do you offer?
We provide nationally recognised swimming awards including ASA certifications, Personal Survival Awards, and Water Skills awards. These track measurable progress through skill-based milestones.
Where are your lessons held?
Lessons take place at Watford Girls Grammar School's pool. The facility provides changing areas and car parking, though we cannot accept responsibility for vehicles or personal property.
