Swimming Lessons for Babies & Children

Kick off your family's swimming adventure with Active Luton, where you'll benefit from exceptional instruction, engaging lessons and excellent value. Whether you're starting with baby classes or progressing to advanced programmes, we offer a pathway that nurtures health, wellbeing and lifelong skills and welcome all ages and abilities.

For more information, complete our online enquiry form or email us at customerservices@activeluton.org.uk.
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‍Adult and Child Discovery Ducklings - From 3 Months Old ‍

Our Swim England-accredited classes for babies are designed for both parent/carer and child to enter the water together. These enjoyable and structured sessions foster a love for swimming and help build essential water skills.
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‍Ducklings - From 3 to 4.5 Years

‍As toddlers gain confidence, they progress through the Swim England Duckling Awards. Our dedicated teachers guide them through fun and educational stages that develop their water skills and boost their confidence.
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‍Learn to Swim - From 4.5 to 16 Years

‍Starting from 4.5 years old, children advance through the Swim England ‘Learn to Swim programme. Here’s a look at what they’ll achieve:

• Stage 1: Basic movement skills, water safety, and building confidence.
• Stage 2: Safe water entry, floating, and initial progress in travel and rotation.
• Stage 3: Swimming 10 metres on front and back, plus retrieving objects from underwater.
• Stage 4: Refining kicking techniques and improving buoyancy.
• Stage 5: Treading water, sculling, and mastering the four main strokes.
• Stage 6: Coordinated breathing, water safety, and preparation for exercise.
• Stage 7: Advanced stroke technique over 100 metres and performing a routine of key skill.

Please be aware that if you opt for Stage 4 Breast Stroke / ButterflyImprover or Stage 5 lessons on a Saturday in the main pool at Inspire: LutonSports Village, there may be occasions where swimming galas may mean yourlesson is cancelled. However we do guarantee that you will receive 40 lessons.

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Rookie Lifeguard - Ages 8 to 15

‍Our Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS) course, in partnership with Swim England, introduces young swimmers to water safety and lifeguarding skills. Available for ages 8-15 who have reached Level 5, this course includes Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels, covering rescue, resuscitation techniques, and essential water safety skills. Sessions are 45 minutes long. For more information, visit the Rookie Lifeguard programme.

‍Competitive Swim Development - Ages 8+

‍Ideal for swimmers keen on competitive swimming, these sessions offer a glimpse into club-level training. Children can join after completing stages 1-7 or by teacher invitation. Key focus areas include:

• Overall improvement of water skills
• Drills and techniques for all swim strokes
• Development of aerobic endurance
• Training for a competitive environment: clock reading, warm-ups, cool-downs, lane etiquette, starts, turns, and finishes
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Swim Coaches from our home clubs Team Luton and Putteridge Swimming clubs may attend sessions to scout potential swimmers for their clubs.

Swimming Lessons for Adults

It’s never too late to learn to swim! Whether you’re starting from scratch, aiming to refine your technique, or seeking a swim-focused fitness regime, Active Luton is here to guide you every step of the way. Many adults think they’ll never learn to swim, but there’s no time like the present to say, “I will learn!”

Be a Swimmer - Beginners

‍So you’re ready to take the plunge! Our beginner classes are your gateway to developing a valuable life skill and unlocking a world of improved health and fitness. No more sitting on the sidelines, it's time to get in the water and enjoy it with friends and family. Learn at your own pace in shallow water with plenty of individual support. Your instructor will work closely with you to identify your goals and guide you through essential skills like basic movement, moving forwards and backwards, and building confidence in the water. From here, it's all about discovering how much fun swimming can be!
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‍Be a Better Swimmer - Intermediate

‍Take your swimming to the next level with our intermediate sessions. These classes offer excellent personal coaching to help you enhance your swimming skills. Whether you’re looking to perfect a specific stroke, improve your technique, or boost your stamina for your favourite sport, we’re here to support you. Learn about breathing techniques, try new strokes, or refine your existing skills, all tailored to help you reach your swimming goals.
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‍Be a Great Swimmer - Advanced

‍For those who want to push their swimming to new heights, our advanced sessions provide the extra edge you need. Whether you’re training for a triathlon, focusing on distance or sprint races, or simply aiming to swim for pleasure, our team will craft a personalised programme to suit your needs.

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‍One-to-One Swimming Lessons

‍Here’s what you need to know.

‍Scheduling Your Lessons

• Direct Arrangement: Lessons are scheduled directly between you and the instructor. Complete the form below, and when a suitable teacher is available at your requested time, they will get in touch to arrange your first session.
• Availability: Your wait time depends on your and the teacher's availability, so please provide your preferred times in the form.
• Ongoing Booking: After each lesson, coordinate with your instructor to set the date for the next session. You'll need to book and pay for each subsequent lesson at reception
  

Booking and Payment

• Advance Booking: Lessons must be booked and paid for in full at least one week in advance. If this deadline isn’t met, we can’t guarantee that the lesson will take place.
• Receipts: Bookings are processed through our computerised system, and you'll receive a receipt. Please check this carefully and contact reception immediately if any details are incorrect.
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Important Information

• Lesson Availability: We offer one-to-one lessons for both children and adults, from beginners to advanced swimmers.
• Lesson Areas: Lessons can take place during public swimming sessions without a designated area.
• Instructor Changes: If you need to change your lesson schedule and the instructor can't accommodate this, or if the instructor is no longer available, you’ll need to reapply to be added to the waiting list. We’ll connect you with a new instructor as soon as one is available at your preferred time.

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To book or enquire, fill out this form