Adult Swimming Lessons

Not everyone is able to learn to swim, or progress their swimming, as a child. That’s why we offer bespoke adult swimming lessons. Whether you’ve never been in the water, or you’re simply wanting to improve your technique, our adult lessons are here to support you reach your goals. 

Our adult lessons follow the Swim England Adult Swimming Framework which is all about improving confidence, technique and safety in the water, with no age limit. 

Adults have very different needs to children when learning to swim – as an adult, you have different motivations and learn in different ways.

The Adult Swimming Framework takes this into account, providing goals and targets suitable for those aged 16+.

With four progressive stages and Awards to choose from, the Swim England Adult Swimming Framework is suitable for everyone, from complete beginners to experienced swimmers who would just like some additional coaching to improve their technique.

    • Be Water Confident 
    • Be a Swimmer 
    • Be a Better Swimmer 
    • Be a Master Swimmer 

Lessons are 45-minutes long and are led by our friendly, qualified Be Well Swim Well instructors. Lessons take place on a weekly basis at the same time and location each week.

Prices

Adult swimming lessons are £41.80 per month. 

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Swim England Awards

Want to fast track your progress?

We now run swimming crash courses for adults!

These 5-day courses are the perfect way to accelerate your swimming progress.

Aimed at beginners and those new to swimming. Open to all ages!

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FAQs

Absolutely. Many adults who join our lessons are nervous about swimming or lack confidence in the water. Our instructors are experienced in supporting nervous swimmers and will help you progress at a pace that feels comfortable for you. Lessons take place in a welcoming, supportive environment, with no pressure to do anything you're not ready for. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to rebuild your confidence, we're here to help you enjoy the water and achieve your goals.

Learning to swim as an adult can bring a range of physical and mental wellbeing benefits. Swimming is a low-impact activity that provides a full-body workout, helping to improve fitness, strength, endurance and flexibility while being gentle on the joints. It's also a valuable life skill that can increase your confidence and help you feel safer in and around water.

Many adults also find that swimming helps reduce stress, improve wellbeing and open up new opportunities to enjoy activities such as family days out, holidays and other water-based pursuits. Whatever your reason for learning, it's never too late to start.

Be Well are accommodating to different cultural, equality or additional needs. Whatever your concern or need, we will be able to provide advice and support to help you access swimming lessons in a way that works for you.

  • Swimwear
  • Swimming hat (these will be provided at your Be Well centre)
  • Towel
  • Goggles (optional but recommended)

Yes, swimming hats are required for all swimmers to help maintain pool hygiene and improve visibility for swimming teachers. Each swimming stage has a different coloured swimming hat.


 

More information can be found at Swim England.

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