Est. 2012 · London & Hertfordshire

Expert
Swimming
Coaching &
Teaching

A dedicated team delivering private & small group lessons, coaching, home visits and school teaching across London & Hertfordshire.

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30
Years Experience
7
Days a Week
92
Trustpilot ★ Reviews
110
Google ★ Reviews
1:1
or Small Group
ASA / STA Qualified
DBS Enhanced Checked
Team of Qualified Coaches
92 Trustpilot · 110 Google Reviews
Available 7 Days a Week
About Swimming Class UK

North London's Most Trusted Swim School

Founded by Brian FitzGerald, Swimming Class UK has grown into a team of fully qualified, DBS-checked swimming coaches and teachers. Brian works alongside experienced instructors — including Eva, Steven, Claudio and others — to ensure every client receives expert, consistent, focused teaching wherever they need it.

From 1:1 private sessions to bespoke small groups, home pool visits, school contracts and coaching — our team brings the right coach to the right location, every time.

A team of qualified, DBS-checked coaches
1:1 or bespoke small groups (up to 3)
Club, triathlon & open water coaching
Adult non-swimmers & aquaphobia support
Home pool visits — London & Hertfordshire
School swimming — curriculum-aligned
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30Years in
the water
What We Offer

Four Core Services

Our team of coaches is available 7 days a week — delivering the right programme, at the right location, with the right instructor.

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Swim Coaching

📍 Barnet · Borehamwood

Club, triathlon & open water coaching. Bespoke training plans, technique analysis and race prep. 1:1 or small group sessions with our coaching team.

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Adult Teaching

📍 Arkley, Barnet

Non-swimmers & nervous adults. Secure private pool in Arkley, Barnet. 1:1 or small groups of 2–3. Our patient, qualified teachers work at your pace.

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Home Pool Lessons

📍 London & Hertfordshire

We come to you. Our coaches visit private pools across London & Hertfordshire, 7 days a week. 1:1 or family groups in your own pool.

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Pool Hire

📍 London & Hertfordshire

Own a private pool? Partner with our team. We bring qualified coaches and clients to you — a hassle-free, mutually beneficial arrangement.

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📍 Locations
Arkley, Barnet — Private Pool Borehamwood — Lane Coaching Home Visits — London Home Visits — Hertfordshire
Swimming Class UK coaching
Why Swimming Class UK

A Team Behind Every Session.

Unlike solo instructors, Swimming Class UK operates with a full team of qualified, DBS-checked coaches — so you always have the right person available, at the right location, on the right day.

Full Team Available

Multiple qualified coaches — cover guaranteed, no cancelled sessions.

All Fully Qualified

Every coach is ASA / STA certified and DBS enhanced checked.

Private Settings

Secure, crowd-free pools. Ideal for nervous adults and focused training.

Flexible Format

1:1 or bespoke groups of up to 3 — 7 days a week, at your location.

Our Team

Coaches & Teachers You Can Rely On

Swimming Class UK is built around a dedicated team of experienced, fully qualified and DBS-checked swimming coaches and teachers. From 1:1 private sessions to school programmes and multi-coach home visits, we have the right person for every need — so your lessons are never dependent on a single instructor being available.

Brian FitzGerald — Director & Coach Eva — Teacher & Coach Steven — Coach Claudio — Teacher + Associate Coaches
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What Clients Say

92 five-star Trustpilot reviews · 110 Google reviews at 4.9 — for Brian and the wider team.

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Trustpilot

"I can now swim from one end to the other and back without stopping."

Brian and his team — including Claudio and Eva — helped me achieve my dream of learning to swim. Each coach brought something different, and together they got me there.

JT
John T.
Adult Learner · Trustpilot
Trustpilot

"My fear of water has completely gone. I can now do three strokes competently."

Brian broke every stroke down step by step. Even when he had to send a cover teacher, the consistency of the programme meant I never lost momentum.

BM
Brian M.
Nervous Adult · Trustpilot
Google

"Steven is an amazing teacher — I went from zero to swimming in under 20 weeks."

As a complete beginner I was matched with Steven from the team. His patience, communication and technique made all the difference. Exceptional coaching outfit.

PL
Paul L.
Adult Beginner · Google
Trustpilot

"Three years in — our daughter is now a confident, strong swimmer."

She started at age 3 afraid of getting her face wet. The team at Swimmingclass kept things consistent and the progress has been extraordinary. Couldn't recommend more highly.

JH
Jemima H.
Parent · Trustpilot
Google

"After 6 lessons I can genuinely swim front crawl. The progress is remarkable."

Signed up for triathlon prep with the Swimmingclass team. Matched with a coach who specialises in competitive swimming. Precise technique feedback from day one.

DC
D. Cooper
Triathlete · Google
Trustpilot

"Eva was patient, funny and excellent. I'd recommend the whole team to anyone."

Attended the week crash course — great sessions that built day on day. My teacher Eva was exceptional and Brian's overall programme structure really works.

DG
Derek G.
Crash Course · Trustpilot

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Whether you want to race, learn, or simply feel safe in the water — our team has a programme for you. 1:1 or small group, we'll match you with the right coach.

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