The Kings Fitness & Leisure Swim Scheme provides lessons for the very young non-swimmer through to the competent young swimmer, all of which are detailed below. Click here for the latest printable version of the Swim Scheme details.

Swim A Song

This is a new course starting in March 2010 and is a fun, innovative and effective programme for introducing adults with babies or very young children to the exciting world of Aquatics. The course is aimed at babies and toddlers from 4 months to 3 years. 'Swim A Song' incorporates water safety, free movement, structured play, exercise to music, and guidance in physical and educational development.

Pre-School Swim Scheme

Children can start pre-school lessons when they are 3 years of age. Lessons take place in the shallow end of the pool where all children can place their feet on the floor. The teachers are in the water with a ratio of 1:4. The classes concentrate on the ASA duckling awards, which encourages confidence, independence and water safety.

National Swim Scheme

Kings Swim Scheme is a comprehensive and ‘all-inclusive’ programme designed by the Amateur Swimming Association (ASA) and taught by qualified and experienced instructors. There are 10 stages to the scheme and the details are listed below. If you are unsure of your child’s ability we will be happy to conduct a free assessment to determine which stage they should join. All swimmers are continuously assessed and badges are awarded when achieved.

Stage 1-3

The first three stages will take your child through from a complete beginner to swimming 10 metres. We incorporate the use of water confidence games and activities as well as giving them the building blocks to swimming all four strokes.

Stages 4-6

These stages take place in the middle and deep end of our pool and will focus on refining the 4 swimming strokes as well as introducing new water skills and water safety. We will also be working towards building stamina and distance.

Stages 7-10

Children will be now be swimming lengths and will be developing quality stroke technique and distance. Within these stages there is an introduction to competitive swimming and the children will be taught turns, timed swims, swimming drills and swimming exercises. All the skills they have learnt throughout the programme will be consolidated and your children will have developed the core range of skills required to be a confident, competent and safe swimmer.

Other Junior Swim Courses

Once you have completed Stage 7 of our swim scheme you will have the opportunity to try out one of our other swim courses:

1. Rookie Lifeguard

This course provides a solid foundation on the basics of rescue and lifesaving skills. The programme is divided into 3 stages - Bronze, Silver and Gold giving you the chance to work toward badges in each stage. You must be able to swim 100 metres, be confident in deep water and be able to submerge fully and tread water.

2. Personal Survival Course

This course will concentrate on the skills needed in an emergency situation. You will work towards two badges and the course will include practical skills for individual safety, rescue and group survival. You will be required to swim with clothes.

3. Elite Badges Course

This course will work towards completing the bronze, silver and gold challenge badges and will include both distance swimming and water skills. You must be competent at swimming lengths as you will be required to swim at least 400 metres.

1-1 Swim Scheme

We also offer one to one lessons for children who are complete beginners or who need additional support. Our lessons are 30 minutes long and can be offered on a 1:1 or 1:2 ratio. Please speak to the Swim Coordinator for more details.

Crash Courses

During the Easter & Summer holidays we will be offering a selection of swim crash courses designed to improve swimming strokes and skills through intensive lessons. Spaces are limited. Please see reception or speak to the swim coordinator for more details.

Adult Swimming at Kings Fitness & Leisure

Adult Swimming Lessons

It is never too late to learn to swim or to improve style and stamina. Please see the pool timetables for details on our drop-in adult sessions.

Swimfit - Bringing the ‘gym to the pool’

These water fitness sessions are great for improving your overall fitness, stamina and stroke. Swimming works almost every muscle in your body, so it’s a great way to help you lose weight and tone. You can choose from 4 different programmes to follow focusing on health, shape & tone, fitness and competitive swimming. An ASA trained swimming instructor is present to offer help and advice.

Disabled/Remedial Swim

A specific time allocated for those who do not wish to swim in a public session. A hoist is available for those requiring assistance together with full disabled facilities, i.e. shower, toilet, changing rooms. All your needs can be sensitively met by our caring staff.

Although the above are designed specifically for this group of users please be assured of the same care, assistance and attention should you wish to attend a public session.

For further information on all our swimming lessons and activities please call 01934 744939 or email: jesshartley@kingsfitness.co.uk.