Swimming lessons your child actually looks forward to.
Warm, private, one-to-one lessons from age 4 to adults in a heated, spotlessly clean private pool. Real progress, every week.
A different kind of lesson.
Small ratios, warm water and a coach who's fully focused on your child. Everything is built for genuine progress.
Undivided attention
I don't believe group lessons give swimmers the attention they need. Teachers are spread thin, children fall behind and vital parts of technique get missed. Every one of my lessons is genuinely 1-to-1 or 2-to-1.
Always in the water
In 2-to-1 lessons, taking turns to swim is often the best way to learn — but no child ever sits cold on the poolside waiting. Swimmers get the absolute most out of every minute in the water.
No arm bands, ever
I don't use arm bands. They teach children to rely on buoyancy aids, build false confidence and can put them in real danger. We build genuine confidence from day one.
Front and back first
Every beginner learns to swim confidently on their front and back before we introduce any other strokes. Get the foundation right and everything else follows quickly.
Private heated pool
Calm, warm water in a private setting — no crowded lanes, no distractions.
Fully qualified coach
STA-qualified, DBS-checked and safeguarding-trained. Every session run by Louis.
Ages 4 to adults
From first splashes and water confidence to polished four-stroke technique.
Built around your child's stage.
From tentative first splashes at age 4 to refining freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly — every lesson is planned, not improvised.
Water confidence
Ages 4–5 · getting comfortable, floating, blowing bubbles.
Learn to swim
Ages 5–8 · first strokes, kicking, breathing, unaided width.
Stroke development
Ages 8 to adults · all four strokes, endurance, technique.
Simple, transparent pricing.
Per-lesson pricing. No membership. No hidden fees.
1-to-1 · 30 min
Best for those who need an introduction. Ideal for beginners building confidence in the water.
1-to-1 · 45 min
For the people that love the water. The more time you spend in the water the faster you learn.
2-to-1 · 30 min
Share a lesson with a sibling or friend at a similar level.
2-to-1 · 45 min
Longer paired lessons, best option for 2 children, more time to share in the water.
Loved by families across Surrey.
“Within six weeks our daughter went from nervous of water to swimming a full length. Louis is calm, patient and brilliant with kids.”
“The private pool makes all the difference. Warm water, no distractions and real 1-to-1 attention. Worth every penny.”
“Our two boys look forward to lessons every week. Their confidence and technique have transformed.”
“We tried a big pool programme first — this is a different world. Structured, warm and genuinely tailored to our son.”
Inside the pool.
Local to you.
Based in Kenley, minutes from Kenley, Purley, Coulsdon, Caterham, Whyteleafe and Warlingham.
CR8
Swimming lessons in Kenley
on the doorstep from our Kenley pool.
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Swimming lessons in Purley
around 5 minutes' drive from our Kenley pool.
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Swimming lessons in Coulsdon
around 10 minutes' drive from our Kenley pool.
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Swimming lessons in Caterham
around 10 minutes' drive from our Kenley pool.
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Swimming lessons in Whyteleafe
around 7 minutes' drive from our Kenley pool.
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Swimming lessons in Warlingham
around 10 minutes' drive from our Kenley pool.
View lessons in Warlingham →What ages do you teach?
Children from 4 years old and up through to adults — from first-time water introductions through to refining all four strokes.
Where is the pool?
The pool is a private, warm and immaculately clean heated pool in Kenley, Surrey. The full address and access instructions are shared on booking.
How warm is the water?
The pool is heated to around 31–32°C so swimmers stay comfortable and relaxed throughout the lesson. Water quality is tested and maintained daily.
1-to-1 or 2-to-1 — which should I choose?
1-to-1 gives the fastest progress and works best for beginners. 2-to-1 works well for siblings or friends of a similar ability and level of confidence.
How do I pay?
Lessons can be paid for individually or booked in blocks — whichever works best for you. Payment is by bank transfer or cash.