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:
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?
- £24.00 per month via direct debit
Parent & Guardian Code of Conduct
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
When do group lessons take place?
- Tuesday evenings from 17:30 - 19:30
How much do lessons cost?
- £26.00 per month via direct debit for RGU SPORT members
- £32.00 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 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: £65 per month via direct debit
- Non-members: £73 per month via direct debit
2-2-1 lesson costs
- RGU SPORT members: £93 per month via direct debit
- Non-members: £110 per month via direct debit
Term Dates
- Term 1: Monday 18 August - Saturday 11 October
- Term 2: Monday 27 October - Saturday 13 December
- Term 3: Monday 5 January - Saturday 28 March
- Term 4: Monday 13 April - Saturday 4 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:
Common questions
What do I need for swimming?
All members should come prepared to their swimming lessons with the correct swim wear, a pair of goggles, flip flops and plastic water bottle if required.
How does the direct debit work? And why is it paid over the holidays?
Payments are spread over 52 weeks to keep the monthly payment as low as possible. This also results in your child’s spot in the programme being secure for the full year.
At what age can a child join the Learn to Swim Programme?
You can enroll your child from the age of 3 onto our Learn to Swim programme, this may be straight into a class or onto the waiting list.
Am I (parent/guardian) required to be in the water for pre-school lessons and do I need to stay during lessons?
No support is required from parent/guardian's in the water for any age group, we may ask for support in other ways to help your child progress through their journey if needed. Please remain on the premises while your child is in their lesson if they are under the age of 8. Any parent/guardian that attends swimming lessons with their child must be 16 years of age or older.
How do I register for the home portal?
You may access the home portal through our Leisure Hub site. If you require any information to sign up, our reception staff will be more than happy to help.
When will my child be ready for the next level?
Each child develops at their own pace and swimming teachers will advise when your child is ready to move levels. You can monitor your child's progress via the Home Portal.
What will my child receive once they have completed a level?
When your child has completed their current swimming level, they will be handed a printed certificate at their next class.
What happens once the program is complete?
There are many different options we can direct your child too once they have completed the LTS program, from Club Swimming to Rookie Lifeguard saving – all information can be requested via email at learntoswim@rgu.ac.uk.
I need to change day and time, who do I speak to?
If you need to change the day and time of the swimming class, contact us via email: learntoswim@rgu.ac.uk.
Contact Us
- Email: learntoswim@rgu.ac.uk
- Telephone: 01224 263666
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