Terms & Conditions

Our teachers are all fully qualified ASA level 2 & STA accredited and hold an up-to-date CRB check.

To make a booking please call us at 07817640748 or email swimskillsschool@gmail.com

Parking in Brighton

This has always been our main concern as we do not wish to breach our agreement with the pool proprietors or cause nuisance to their neighbours.  

In your initial and renewal emails, you will find a section on Parking.

SwimSkills parents are not allowed for any reason to park on Sunnydale Avenue or Sunnydale Close this is monitored constantly and we will be reported to the council if we do not adhere to the strict conditions. Breach of this could result in SwimSkills being refused further pool hire. 

We hope our parents will understand and work with us regarding this matter. Thank you.

Free parking is always available on Carden Avenue across the road. Please pass this on to anyone who brings your child to lessons. We thank you for your full cooperation with this matter.

Fees and Lessons

Lessons are paid in advance termly according to the Sussex academic year.

We are not able to offer catch-up lessons if a swimmer has missed a class or is on holiday due to full classes.

Parents and guardians agree to drop off and collect swimmers on time.

The correct swimwear and equipment are required: a soft swim cap, goggles and swimming costumes and/or tight swim shorts, rash vests may also be worn.

Renew Bookings

All contact from SwimSkills is done with the person who booked the course for the swimmer.

We look forward to teaching our swimmers over a number of terms to ensure a high standard of proficiency and understanding of the techniques.

Cancellation - 4 WEEKS’ NOTICE IS REQUIRED 

We require 4 weeks notice to cancel if you do not intend your child to continue lessons, prior to the next term this enables us to plan and offer spaces.

Adults

We offer small group and one-to-one lessons for Adults in Brighton and Eastbourne.

From Beginner to only needing specific techniques such as side breathing for front crawl.

Swimming is the Best Exercise

all-over body workout without stress to the body

As you need to move your whole body against the resistance of the water, nearly all you muscles are used during swimming.

Swimming builds tones, strengthens heart, lungs and muscles, keeps you flexible.

It influences good mood, relieves stress, relaxing and calms.

support for mental development

Swimming improves memory function, thinking skills, learning abilities, confidence and sleep quality.

good low-impact therapy

Swimming is also beneficial to people with disabilities: asthma, MS and many other conditions.

Lesson Snaps:

Swimming lessons for Children and Adults in Brighton.

with asa accredited Swimming tutor virginia hickey and staff

• Our pool is compact and temperature controlled which is perfect for early years and therapeutic sessions.
  

• We have small class sizes, groups of 3/4 so we make sure that each child receives individual, personalised tuition.

• Swim Skills School pays attention to essential techniques in the early stages. Taking time to establish these skills is vital to building the fundamental core skills needed. This enables the following stages to develop with ease.

• Our teachers are fully qualified ASA Level 2 and STA accredited and hold up-to-date CRB checks.
  

• All of our classes aim to build a solid foundation in swimming skills, fitness and water safety from an early stage of development.
  

• We make our lessons fun! We use games and skills in our classes to help them learn and enjoy their lessons.

• We incorporate into our lessons gentle reminders of how to be safe reminding children that swimming is fun, to respect the rules and the reason why the rules are in place.

Testimonials

“Can't thank you enough. Not only does my 3 year old now love love love swimming but within such a short period of time he has learnt so much and is so confident in the water. Best of all, Virginia's tailored approach has also helped us build life-long skills outside of the pool! Highly recommended!!!”
(Annie Salazar)

“My son has come on so much in such a short amount of time. Gorgeous clean pool and changing areas. Small classes made suitable for different abilities and the best teacher in Eastbourne. I highly recommend!”
(Charlotte Denton)

“I started taking my son to Little Swim Skills as a baby and continued until he started school. By the time we stopped going he was a confident swimmer, able to swim unaided and even learnt how to dive in. We would love to have continued with Virginia. Through all the screaming and tears there were at times Virginia kept her patience and never gave up on him! A wonderful swimming teacher!”
(Samantha Stevens)

”Virginia is a great instructor, very calm and clear with instructions and really knowledgable.  My son is just over 3 years old and has learnt so much thanks to Virginia. Would highly recommend 😃!”
(Kirsty Chalmers)

“Our son has special educational needs (ASC), and has benefited enormously from his 2:1 lessons with Virginia. In just 6 weeks, Virginia has helped him overcome his fears, and he is now happy and confident in the water. His progress has been incredible. Virginia and her team are special because they get to know the individual child, and they work with the child's strengths to overcome their challenges. The quiet pool and Virginia's calm and supportive approach allow him to focus and always feel safe. I would highly recommend their tuition!”

(Leafy Cummins)