North West

If you are looking for swimming lessons swim@ university of chester is the place for you! Our bespoke learn to swim programme is designed for 3+ years old and is delivered by expert teachers from the school pool at University of Chester. We have small class sizes and teachers in the water with beginners. Adopting a child-led approach makes learning this vital life skill fun and progressive. All swimmers’ achievements are celebrated with certificates and stickers. Swimming is a lifesaving skill, and we can’t wait to start your child’s swimming journey with us.

WHERE ARE WE

University of Chester, Parkgate Rd, Chester CH1 4BJ

Opening times

  • Monday 4:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Tuesday 4:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Wednesday 4:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Thursday 4:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Friday 4:00pm - 7:30pm
  • Saturday 8:30am - 12:00pm
  • Sunday closed
  • Free onsite parking

SWIM@ 3-11 YEARS

enjoying your swim@ experience from day one

Our fun, bespoke programme is designed in collaboration with Olympic medalist Becky Adlington to support your child through their introduction to swimming lessons. With small class sizes, teachers in the water with beginners and weekly themed lessons we will unlock their swimming potential.

experience the swim@ difference

comfortably warm water

Incredible swimming facility at University of Chester

olympian-led

Our swim programme is developed in collaboration with Olympic medallists Becky Adlington & Steve Parry.

teachers in the water

Small group sizes and teachers in the pool with beginners.

free swim caps

All swimmers will be provided with a swim cap at their first lesson.

child-led approach

Our lessons are designed to be fun, engaging and progressive for all swimmers.

weekly themes

Lessons follow a different theme each week, from superheroes to animals!

take your child from splash to swim

Here at swim@ university of chester, we do things differently. Led by Olympians Becky Adlington OBE and Steve Parry MBE, we are on a mission to get every child in the UK swimming. Learn to swim in a clean, safe and warm environment. Our expertly trained teachers will make your little one’s swimming journey fun and memorable. Get ready to swim!

don’t take it from us, take it from them!

Helpful friendly staff who get the best out of the students.

Claire

Staff all really friendly and engaging. Children absolutely love them and respond to their enthusiasm and fun games. Big focus on technique not just distance.

Emma

Staff are absolutely fabulous. Children have come on fantastically.

Janet

Really pleased with how our daughter is progressing . She’s confident and made a really good progress .

Ash

frequently asked questions

book your free taster lesson today

Why not book a free swimming lesson at swim@ and come and meet our amazing team.

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