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Initial Swim School

Initial Swim School is a premier swimming school located in Bolton, England. They specialize in providing high-quality swimming lessons to individuals of all ages and abilities. With a focus on sports and hobbies, Initial Swim School is dedicated to helping their students become confident and skilled swimmers. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced swimmer, their experienced instructors will work with you to help you achieve your goals. Contact Initial Swim School today to learn more about their swimming programs.

Introduction to Initial Swim School

Initial Swim School was founded with the goal of teaching individuals of all ages and skill levels how to swim. The company prides itself on its experienced and knowledgeable staff who provide a safe and supportive learning environment. What sets Initial Swim School apart from other swimming schools is their commitment to individualized instruction and their use of the latest teaching techniques.

Services & Products

Initial Swim School offers a variety of services, including private and group swimming lessons, as well as specialized classes for infants and toddlers. In addition, the company provides lifeguard training and swimming instructor certification courses for those interested in pursuing a career in the industry. Customers can purchase lesson packages or pay per individual lesson.

Location

Initial Swim School is located at the Smithills School Pool within the Smithills Sports Centre in Bolton, England. The area surrounding the sports center is primarily residential, with a few small businesses scattered throughout. Customers can expect a quiet and peaceful atmosphere during their visit. The closest public transportation options include the Smithills Dean Road bus stop (0.2 miles), the Halliwell Road bus stop (0.4 miles), and the Bolton train station (2.7 miles).

Benefits

One of the biggest benefits of choosing Initial Swim School is the personalized instruction each student receives. With a focus on individualized teaching, the company is able to tailor lessons to meet the unique needs and abilities of each student. Additionally, the company's experienced instructors and use of cutting-edge techniques ensure that students receive the highest quality instruction available.

Good to Know

Customers should be aware that Initial Swim School operates on a strict cancellation policy. If a lesson is cancelled less than 24 hours in advance, the customer will be charged for the full lesson.

Reviews

Customers rave about Initial Swim School's knowledgeable and friendly instructors, as well as their individualized teaching approach. Parents appreciate the company's emphasis on safety and the fact that their children are learning valuable life skills. Overall, customers highly recommend Initial Swim School to anyone looking to improve their swimming abilities.

Amenities

  • amenity
    pool
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    changing room
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    shower
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    lifeguard
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    swimming lesson

FAQ

What are the qualifications of your swimming instructors?

Our swimming instructors are all certified and trained professionals who hold recognized swimming coaching qualifications. They have extensive experience in teaching swimming to students of all ages and skill levels.

What is the maximum number of students per class?

We have a maximum ratio of six students to one instructor in our group classes. This ensures that each student receives personalized attention and feedback from the instructor during the lesson.

What is your teaching methodology for beginner swimmers?

Our teaching methodology for beginner swimmers is based on the Swim England Learn to Swim Programme. This programme is designed to teach students of all ages and abilities how to swim in a safe and enjoyable environment. We focus on building water confidence, developing basic swimming skills, and progressing towards more advanced techniques.

Are your pools heated and maintained regularly?

Yes, our pools are heated to a comfortable temperature and maintained regularly to ensure that they are clean and safe for our students to swim in. We take great care in maintaining our facilities to the highest standards of hygiene and safety.

What is your cancellation policy for classes?

We require at least 24 hours' notice for cancellations or rescheduling of classes. Failure to provide sufficient notice may result in forfeiting the lesson or incurring a cancellation fee. We understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise, and we will do our best to accommodate any necessary changes to your lesson schedule.

Reviews

  • L Entwistle

    Initial Swim School is fantastic, I would highly recommend it. Both my children have learned to swim with Initial Swim School, all the teachers are friendly, patient and kind. My son is a very strong swimmer and has learnt a plethora of strokes, thoroughly enjoying his lessons. My daughter was terrified of the water to begin with but with the teams patience and dedication, she is now swimming in the big pool with Judith and loving swimming underwater and learning how to dive! Thank you, Jenny, Lindsay and Judith - swimming is such an important life skill.

    26-04-2023
  • Alison Parkinson

    Fantastic swim school. My daughter has been taught by Maxine and Judith and has enjoyed lessons so much that she has been coming for years. The instructors are friendly and welcoming, and we have been coming for so long that we feel like part of a family. Can't recommend this place enough 😊

    26-03-2023
  • Gary Furness

    Both my children have now learnt at Initial Swim school. They went from being nervous in the water to confident and competent swimmers in the deep end doing all different strokes. Lindsay and Judith were both amazing and fantastic teachers, would highly recommend to anyone for learning such an important life skill.

    26-03-2023
  • Alison Leach

    I'm so happy I found Initial Swim School after my daughter's previous classes shut down. Jenny has the patience to make sure each new swimmer feels safe in the water and didn't mind being used to cling on to. Once my daughter moved up to the deep end under Judith's teaching she's become even more confident in the water and out swims me now. Swimming to me is an extremely important skill to have and these ladies are brilliant at teaching all ages.

    26-03-2023
  • Alan dawson

    I contacted this company on numerous occasions via telephone, left a voicemail and a text message over a space of 2 weeks to enquire for my son. No answer and no reply to my message. I have now joined with another swim school. I feel this is really unprofessional of the company to not have the decency to even send a text message as a response.

    26-01-2023
  • rob gamble

    Brilliant swim lessons for my daughter, she has had lessons from both Lindsay and Jenny. Both are a credit to the business, Sophie loves to get in to the water now (with a massive splash) and the progress she has made has been brilliant.

    26-12-2022
  • Usmaan Rashid

    Been trying to get hold of these ladies for weeks to enquire about swimming lessons for my autistic son however they do not return my calls or messages. Will now unfortunately be going elsewhere

    26-06-2022
  • Emily Chatwin

    Great swim school - the whole team are really friendly and welcoming and not only taught me to swim but made me love swimming so much!

    26-05-2022
  • Eleanor Battel

    The most inclusive and dedicated swimming school for miles around. I cannot recommend them highly enough.

    26-05-2021
  • Gareth Greig

    26-05-2021