Inspiring Children to discover their own ability since 2004

NEW 11 week course starts Saturday 10th January and finishes Saturday 28th March

ABOUT

Our Fun, Friendly coaches all hold ASA/STA coaching qualifications with the Amateur Swimming Association (Swim England). All coaches have the relevant qualifications, DBS checks and training and insurance.

We are all members of The IOS (Institute of Swimming Teachers).

Flippers teaches children from 3 to 12 years. Founded by Rebecca and Georgina in 2004, the Flippers vision has never changed "learn whist enjoying the water".

We also have teachers that specialise in confidence and separation issues in the water.

POOL

Flippers is a private swim school and not affiliated to a leisure centre. 

Our term course is held at the wonderful facilities of the LVS in Ascot, Berkshire.

The pool is 9 x 25 metres, with a depth of 1 metre up to 2 metres. It is heated up to 32 degrees.

We do not share our facilities on a Saturday afternoon.

The pool is located in the sports centre with on site parking and the entrance is off the London Road next to the Forresters Pub.

TESTIMONIALS

  • "I cannot recommend Flippers Swim School Ascot highly enough. Both of my children joined at just 3 years old, and over the past five years their progress has been amazing. My son has gone from being nervous about jumping into the water to swimming confidently and now perfecting the different swimming strokes. My daughter has grown from needing a guiding hand for reassurance to loving the water and happily trying out tricks like handstands. A huge reason I chose Flippers was their strong focus on water safety, giving my children the skills and confidence to stay safe and know what to do in an emergency. All of the teachers are approachable, supportive, and really cater for each child’s needs. Natalie deserves a special mention — firm, fair, and fun, with a brilliant way of encouraging children to do their best. I am so grateful to Flippers Swim School Ascot for the confidence, enjoyment, and lifelong skills they’ve given my children."

    Gemma, mother to twins.

  • "My granddaughter has been swimming with Flippers Swim School Ascot for the past four years, and the progress she has made has been wonderful to see. Just as importantly, she has always loved coming to her lessons — the confidence, enjoyment, and care shown by the instructors really shines through. Flippers has provided a supportive, friendly, and professional environment, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the school to other families. Thank you for all the encouragement and dedication you give to the children — it really does make a difference."

    Kim, Grandmother to Bella

  • "My daughter has been at Flippers for almost a whole year and it's so nice that it's a smaller school because that means that all the teachers know all the students. It's a brilliant environment to learn and my daughter has developed her confidence AND her swimming so much in the past year! We love all the Natalies, thank you so much!"

    Rachel

  • "Our son and daughter have been at Flippers since September and both of them absolutely love it! They are able to learn and develop in a supportive and challenging environment. The teachers get to know the children and push them to help them excel at their own pace. We’ve signed up for another term and really look forward to seeing our children progress further. Thank you Nat & team."

    Football Tutor

  • "Wonderful swimming school! Teachers are very friendly and build the children’s confidence. My children love their swimming lessons, especially the one at the end of term when they have inflatables."

    Beatriz

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TIMETABLE

At this time we only offer lessons on a Saturday afternoon.

We have small group classes at Flippers with a maximum of 6 children per class for beginners through to improvers and a maximum of 8 children in the deep beginner and 10 in the intermediate classes. Each swimming lesson lasts for 30 minutes.

Classes are at 1.30pm, 2pm, 2.30pm, 3pm, 3.30pm, 4pm and 4.30pm.

NEW 11 week course starts Saturday 10th January and finishes Saturday 28th March (no swimming on Saturday 21st February for half term).

£150 per child per term.

We offer great reductions for 3 or more siblings

Ask us about our recommend a friend scheme for money off your next term.

CONTACT

  • We welcome children from 3 to 12 years old. Our lessons are tailored to each age group and ability, from water confidence for babies to stroke development for older children.

  • Our Fun, Friendly coaches all hold ASA/STA coaching qualifications with the Amateur Swimming Association.

  • We keep class sizes small to ensure every child gets plenty of attention. Ratios vary by age but are always designed to be safe, supportive, and effective for learning.

  • Your child will need:

    • A swimsuit

    • A towel

    • Goggles (optional but recommended)

    • For toddlers: a swim nappy

    We also recommend bringing a warm hoodie or onesie for after the lesson.

  • Flippers will provide all equipment for the lessons. This helps with the concentration of all children, noise levels on poolside and no parent/coach interruptions.

    Swimming hats are not essential and goggles are permitted, however, there will be lessons where goggles will not be used.

  • That’s completely normal. Our instructors are trained to help nervous swimmers build confidence at their own pace. We focus on fun, encouragement, and positive experiences—never pressure.

  • Most lessons last 30 minutes, which is the ideal length to keep children engaged while avoiding fatigue.

  • Parents do not enter the water with the children.

    For beginner classes, the coach is in the water with the children.

  • Parents are invited onto poolside on 2 designated weeks of the course (The first week of the course and the last week).

    The remainder of the time, we ask that parents watch from the floor to ceiling windows outside.

Frequently Asked Questions