Purbeck Swim School
Children can join our swim school from the age of 3. Newbies will start in our Early Steps 1 classes and work their way through the STA syllabus.
Join our swim school
Enquire about booking your child's place in our fantastic swim school
Stanley Badge Awards
As your child progresses through the stages of our swim school they will achieve Stanley Awards. Find out more information on the stages and awards in our swim school
- lessons are available 7 days a week, 50 weeks of the year
- held during late afternoons and evenings every week day
- Saturday and Sunday mornings during term time
Swim School cost
Lessons cost £27.50 per month for one lesson per week on your preferred day.
It costs £31.30 per month for swim school extra. This means children can also swim for free during every Swim for All sessions.
To spread the cost, payment is made monthly by Direct Debit.
If you wish to cancel your child’s membership, please cancel your direct debit instruction with your bank as soon as possible to ensure that no further payments will be taken.
Receive an update on your child’s swimming lesson progress
We are committed to supporting every child’s swimming journey and keeping parents informed of their progress. If you would like an update on your child’s development, strengths, or areas for improvement, you can request feedback at any time.
To request feedback, email our team at [email protected]. We will be happy to get in touch with your child's swimming teacher and provide a progress update.
We encourage parents to stay engaged and involved. Our team is always here to help you support your child’s confidence and progress in the water.
Parent and baby swimming lessons
Suitable from 0 to 36 months, these sessions will take your baby through their very first swimming experience in a calm and safe environment. Parent and baby swimming lessons also offer a unique bonding opportunity for parents with their little ones.
Parent and baby swimming lessons time and date
Wednesday 3 June to Wednesday 15 July 2026 at 10.15am
7 Week course - £35.70
Please contact us to book the course in advance. Places may be available on a drop in basis subject to availability. Contact us for more information.
Adult swimming lessons
We don't currently have any adult swimming lessons running but we do offer private swimming lessons for adults. For more information please give the centre a call.
Private swimming lessons
Private swimming lessons are suitable for those wanting to improve on their swimming strokes or to gain confidence in the water.
Lessons are 30 minutes long and are taught by a team of fully qualified swimming teachers, qualified under the Swimming Teachers Association or the National Swimming Association. Now available to block book in sessions of up to 3 months.
They are available for both children and adults individually.
Private swimming lessons times
Private swimming lessons are available in the evenings, at weekends and during the school holidays. The times of these lessons vary from day to day, please contact reception for more information.
Private swimming lessons cost
Individual: £21 or £23 for 2 (maximum 2 per session)