Following Scottish Swimming’s National Learn to Swim Framework our experienced teachers will help you grow in confidence in the water, improve your swim skills, and fine tune your technique, in supportive, motivating and encouraging learning environment.
Lessons will be available throughout the year with direct debit payment to allow you to spread the cost over the year.
Ready to learn to swim? Dive into our learn to swim programme today*. To enquire:
*We currently have an extensive waiting list for our Adult Beginner Classes, and we have temporarily suspended any new enrolments for this level. We continue to take new enrolments for all other levels. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and encourage you to keep an eye on RGU SPORT social media pages for any updates. Thank you for your understanding and continued support. If you have any questions contact our reception team on 01224 263666.
Our waiting list is now open for swim skills 1.
Please note, due to high demand it may take time for a member of staff to be in touch, but we will try and get back to you as soon as possible. If you haven’t heard back from us 4 weeks after submitting the form, please email rgusportenquiries@rgu.ac.uk.
We look forward to seeing you on our Learn to Swim programme soon.
Junior Learn to Swim
Our Junior Learn to Swim programme offers swimming lessons for all abilities and caters for children aged 3 and older.
Our progressive pathway allows your child to move through the framework at their own pace and seamlessly transition through class levels. As a parent/guardian you will have access to a secure online portal where you can monitor your child’s progress.
As part of the Junior Learn to Swim membership all children enrolled in the programme will have access to free swimming at RGU SPORT, during open and family swim sessions, so they can practice their swim skills.
What classes are available?
- Pre-school – for children aged 3 & 4 aimed at building water confidence and developing core aquatic skills through play
- Swim Skills 1 – for children aged 5 & over with the aim of developing or further developing water confidence and core aquatic skills through a variety of activities
- Swim Skills 2 – aimed at increasing competency of the core aquatic skills and developing basic stroke technique
- Swim Skills 3 – aimed at introducing more advanced stroke technique
- Swim Skills 4 – aimed at improving the quality of stroke technique, introducing multi aquatic skills/disciplines and basic lifesaving skills
- Club Ready - aimed at improving and maintaining stroke technique over distance and developing basic training and race skills
When do group lessons take place?
- Monday afternoons from 15:30 - 17:30
- Thursday afternoons from 15:30 - 17:30
- Saturday mornings from 9:00 - 12:00
How much do lessons cost?
- £22.00 per month via direct debit
Adult Learn to Swim
Our Adult Learn to Swim Programme offers swimming lessons for staff, students and members of the local community aged 16 and over.
Our progressive pathway allows you to move through the framework your own pace and seamlessly transition through class levels. As a participant you will have access to a secure online portal where you can monitor your own progress.
What classes are available?
- Adult Beginner - designed to build water confidence and develop core aquatic skills
- Adult Improver - designed to further develop core aquatic skills and develop basic stroke technique
- Adult Stroke Development - designed to improve quality of stroke technique
- Skills & Drills 1 - aimed at introducing more advanced stroke technique
- Skills & Drills 2 - aimed at improving and maintaining stroke technique over distance and developing basic training and race skills
When do group lessons take place?
- Tuesday evenings from 17:30 - 19:30
How much do lessons cost?
- £24.00 per month via direct debit for RGU SPORT members
- £30.00 per month via direct debit for non-members
1-2-1 & 2-2-1 Lessons
Due to the high demand for 1-2-1 and 2-2-1’s we regret to inform you that we are unable to take any enquiries for these lessons, this also includes being added to a waiting list. Updates will be made on our website and social media pages with new information when classes have reopened.
In addition, group lessons RGU SPORT also offer 1-2-1 or 2-2-1 swimming lessons for those that prefer to learn in a quieter setting.
Our 1-2-1 and 2-2-1 sessions can be flexible around your schedule, subject to suitable pool space and teacher availability.
1-2-1 lesson costs
- RGU SPORT members: £62 per month via direct debit
- Non-members: £70 per month via direct debit
2-2-1 lesson costs
- RGU SPORT members: £90 per month via direct debit
- Non-members: £105 per month via direct debit
Term Dates
- Term 1: Monday 19 August - Saturday 12 October
- Term 2: Monday 28 October - Saturday 14 December
- Term 3: Monday 6 January - Saturday 29 March
- Term 4: Monday 14 April - Saturday 5 July
Our Teachers
All of our swim teachers are licensed Scottish Swimming Teachers and undergo regular continuous professional development, to keep up to date with industry standards and bring fresh energy and enthusiasm to the programme. All teachers have been recruited based on their previous experience along with their knowledge of the framework and the enthusiasm they have for swimming.
Each teacher has undergone site specific training to ensure that all sessions we delivered in a fun, enthusiastic and supportive learning environment. Whatever your level and age, our teachers offer groups lessons or individual practice, all endorsed by the Scottish Swimming framework.
Withdrawing from the programme
To withdraw from our learn to swim programme please our online form:
Resources
Contact Us
- Email: learntoswim@rgu.ac.uk
- Telephone: 01224 263666
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