During October Half Term we will be running swimming crash courses for children from Ducklings to Stage 3.
Find Your Swim Stage
Not sure which swim stage you’re in? Use our quick Swim England‑based survey to find the right level and start your swimming journey with confidence.
Please see the entry requirements for each stage:
Ducklings: Little to no water experience is required.
Ideal for the youngsters, this popular 30 minute class is centred around building water confidence and skills from an early age.
Stage 1:
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- Swim with armbands
- Unable to swim any distance
- Little or no water confidence
- Working towards 5m and National Teaching Plan Stage 1 award
Stage 2:
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- Unable to swim more than 5 meters on front or back
- Unable to complete floating on front or back then returning to upright position
- Working towards National Teaching Plan Stage 2 award
Stage 3:
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- Able to swim 5m front and back
- Working towards 10m front and back National Teaching Plan Stage 3 award
Following the crash course, all swimmers will have the option to book straight into weekly classes, depending on availability.
Timetable:
Monday 26 October – Friday 30 October
| 09:30 | Stage 1 |
| 10:00 | Stage 2 |
| 10:30 | Stage 3 |
| 11:00 | Stage 1 |
| 11:30 | Ducklings |

