SWIM SCHOOL

Borough of Harrow Swimming Club: Learn to Swim School

Welcome to the Borough of Harrow Swimming Club Learn to Swim School, where we help swimmers of all ages and abilities develop essential swimming skills. Our program follows the Swim England Learn to Swim Framework, a nationally recognized pathway designed to build confidence and proficiency in the water.

Why Learn to Swim with Us?

At the Borough of Harrow Swimming Club, we believe swimming is an essential life skill that provides enjoyment, fitness, and safety. Our Learn to Swim School offers:

• Expert Coaching: Qualified Swim England instructors dedicated to helping swimmers reach their full potential.
• Structured Progression: Our 8-stage pathway ensures a clear, logical progression for swimmers to develop their skills at a comfortable pace.
• Supportive Environment: We foster a positive, encouraging atmosphere where swimmers can build water confidence while having fun.
• Small Class Sizes: Our small group sizes enable personalized attention, ensuring every swimmer progresses effectively.

Our 8 Swimming Stages

Our Learn to Swim School is built around 8 progressive stages, providing a comprehensive pathway to develop essential swimming skills:

1. Stage 1 – Water Confidence: Introducing swimmers to the water, focusing on basic floating, movement, and safety skills.
2. Stage 2 – Basic Skills: Learning basic movement, floating, and kicking techniques, while emphasizing water safety.
3. Stage 3 – Stroke Introduction: Introduction to basic strokes such as front crawl and backstroke, with an emphasis on breathing and body position.
4. Stage 4 – Stroke Development: Swimmers begin refining their strokes, focusing on improving techniques for front crawl, backstroke, and breaststroke.
5. Stage 5 – Stroke Improvement: Swimmers develop greater endurance and efficiency in their strokes while learning new skills, such as tumble turns.
6. Stage 6 – Advanced Skills: Focused on advanced stroke technique, stamina, and learning starts, turns, and finishes for competitive swimming.
7. Stage 7 – Competitive Preparation: Further refinement of strokes and skills, preparing swimmers for competitive swimming with a focus on speed and endurance.
8. Stage 8 – Pre-Competition Training: This final stage sharpens the technical aspects of all strokes, preparing swimmers for entry into competitive squads and galas.

Upon completing Stage 8, swimmers are encouraged to join our Competitive Squads to continue their development and participate in swimming competitions.

Who Can Join?

Our Learn to Swim School welcomes:

• Children: Starting from age 4.5 years old, we offer a fun and supportive environment for young swimmers.
• Adults: Our adult beginner lessons are perfect for those looking to improve their water confidence and swimming skills.

What does my child need to bring to lessons?
Please bring swimwear, a towel, goggles, and a swim cap if desired. We provide all other necessary equipment.

How are swimmers assessed?
Instructors continuously assess swimmers and provide feedback, moving them to the next stage when they are ready.

Can parents watch the lessons?
Yes! We ask parents to observe from designated viewing areas to support their child’s learning.

Join the Borough of Harrow Swimming Club Learn to Swim School and help your child build lifelong swimming skills, confidence, and a passion for the water!

How Will My Child Benefit?

By joining the Borough of Harrow Swimming Club Learn to Swim School, your child will gain a wide range of physical, mental, and emotional benefits that extend beyond the pool:

1. Lifelong Safety

Swimming is a vital life skill, and through our structured program, your child will develop the confidence and ability to swim safely in different water environments.

2. Improved Physical Fitness

Swimming is a full-body workout that enhances cardiovascular fitness, strength, flexibility, and coordination. It’s a low-impact sport, making it ideal for children of all ages and fitness levels.

3. Confidence Building

Our Learn to Swim School focuses on building water confidence at every stage. As your child progresses through the levels, they’ll gain a sense of achievement and pride, which translates into greater self-esteem both in and out of the pool.

4. Social Development

Swimming lessons offer an opportunity for your child to interact with other children in a fun and supportive environment, helping to develop teamwork and communication skills.

5. Foundation for Competitive Swimming

If your child aspires to compete, our program provides the perfect foundation. By the time they complete Stage 8, they’ll be equipped with the skills necessary to move into our Competitive Squads and participate in galas and competitions.

6. Focus and Discipline

Swimming lessons teach children the importance of practice, patience, and discipline. The structured learning process encourages focus, goal setting, and perseverance—skills that are valuable both in sports and in life.

7. Mental Well-being

Swimming is not only great for the body but also for the mind. It helps reduce stress, improves mood, and promotes mental well-being. The positive and encouraging environment of our swim school further enhances your child’s enjoyment of the sport.

Enrolling your child in our Learn to Swim School ensures they will gain confidence, fitness, and skills that will benefit them for life—both in and out of the water.