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Frequently Asked Questions

Where do you do the swimming classes?

Classes take place throughout Edinburgh City, Dalkeith Midlothian, Falkirk, Stenhousemuir, Linlithgow and Stirling

What days of the week do the swimming classes take place?

Classes are provided every day in Edinburgh, selected days in Larbert, Linlithgow and Stirling

When do you run swimming classes?

Classes are scheduled to take place during school term time and follow the academic year.  

We also provide Fast Track courses during the school holidays.

How many in a swimming class?

The recommended numbers are only provisional and not guaranteed.  

However we work with low numbers of 4 and 5  per teacher in the Non Swimming and Beginner stages respectively.

Numbers increase as they progress through the levels to 6/7 in Learner and 8/9 in Improver

SwimWell normally have 10/12 swimmers per lane.

Are the teachers in the water?

Yes, with the non swimmers and beginner stages, and for demonstration purposes, with the learners and improvers

How much do your swimming lessons cost?

Our pricing structure is designed to accommodate a full year.  (i.e. 3 terms of approximately 35 lessons per year).

Discounts are applicable

1. For those parents who are prepared to book and pay for a year's swimming.

2. For parents with more than 2 children in the programme.

Termly booking can also be taken and the prices reflect the numbers in each class. The fewer number the more you pay and as a child progresses through the programme, prices decrease.

How long is a swimming lesson?

Lessons are based on 40 minute time slots, with 35 minutes teaching, and 5 minutes for Introduction and Assessment.

How many weeks do we get in the term?

This varies throughout each venue, however, you will receive between 34 to 35 lessons over the year.

How do we pay for the swimming lessons?

Payment is taken by debit or credit card only, when calling the office to book.

If booking during re-booking days, then cheques will be accepted.

Can we try out swimming lessons first to see if we like it?

This is not our practice.

All children must join our programme and be assessed by our trained staff. 

Children will be encouraged to remain in the classes, to allow for a settling in period.

Please see our terms and conditions on this subject.

How long does it take for a child to learn to swim?

Depends very much on the child and how they react and respond to our teaching.

Emphasis is placed on how long it will take for a child to put their face in the water.

However, we do expect children to take 2 terms before moving to the next ability level.

Please see tips on progression.