Our swimming lesson programme for school aged children 4 years + follows Swim England’s Learn to Swim Framework Stages 1 – 7. It’s all about developing confidence and competence through fun and enjoyment. *4 year olds must be in full time education to attend these lessons.

At Dover District Leisure Centre
At Places Leisure, swimming lessons aren’t just about strokes and technique. They’re about growing confidence, learning skills for life, and discovering the joy of moving through the water. From little ones finding their confidence, to adults looking for a new way to stay active, to holiday intensives that help kids progress faster – Swim Happy lessons keep everyone motivated, smiling, and full of energy.
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Children's Swimming Lessons
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Intensive Holiday Lessons
Designed to cover several weeks of normal term time lessons in a shortened timeframe, our intensive courses can help students to get a taster for lessons if they are beginners, boost confidence, or move past any hurdles by practicing skills.
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Preschool Ducklings3-4 years
Aimed at children who are old enough to follow instructions and can move on their own. Children learn to float, rollover, blow bubbles, swim, enter and exit the pool safely.
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Adult and Baby3-18 months
Nurture a love of water with your baby from the very beginning in a positive, fun environment. Parents or carers attend with their babies and join them in the water providing reassurance and confidence.
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Adult and Child18 months - 3 years
Give toddlers confidence in the water from the word go while learning core skills through fun and games. Parents or carers join their toddler in the water providing support and encouragement.
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Adult - Be a swimmer18+ yrs
Our Adult Beginner course will guide you through your first experiences in the water. You’ll work on basic swimming skills and techniques, gaining confidence whilst moving in water.
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Adult - Be water confident18+ yrs
This course is all about gaining the confidence to enter the pool safely. You will learn how to move around the pool with confidence and to achieve basic core aquatic skills. Ideal for people with a fear of the water or those nervous about taking their first steps.
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Adult - Be a better swimmer18+ yrs
Designed for the adult who is able to swim independently and wants to advance their confidence, build stamina and perfect their technique in the main strokes. Participants should be able to swim 10m unaided on front and back and at least 25m in one stroke
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Private Swimming Lessons
Designed for students who choose to learn in one-to-one or a small group ratio. Dedicated instruction allows students to perfect skills, boost confidence and move at the student’s own pace in a relaxed environment.
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SEND Swimming Lessons
All Swim England programmes are designed to help learners of any age, ability or background feel included. Our SEND Swimming Lessons allow learners to progress through the Swim England Programme, using the same core awards scheme but with adapted learning techniques.
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Aquatic Fun and Fitness
After learning to swim, challenge yourself to develop and learn to love swimming. With no fixed curriculum, these classes can flex to meet swimmers’ interests and skills. These sessions take a fun approach to fitness in the water to build strength, stamina and water safety. Children must have completed Stage 7 or equivalent of our learn to swim programme and be confident in deep water to attend these sessions. Please enquire for details.