School Age Learn to Swim Programme
From
£26.50
per month
Access over 600 weekly swimming
classes across 6 pools citywide – perfect
for all ages and abilities.
Why Choose Our Programme?
- Accredited: Endorsed by Scottish Swimming (the Scottish National Governing Body for Swimming)
- Confidence: Watch your child flourish in and out of the pool
- Progressive Pathway: From Swim Skills 1 to Club Ready – your child will develop the confidence that learning to swim can bring
- Award-Winning Provider: Scottish Water Learn to Swim Provider of the Year 2024
- Finalist – Scottish Water Learn to Swim Provider of the Year 2023
- Finalist – Scottish Water Learn to Swim Provider of the Year 2019
- Winner – Scottish Water Learn to Swim Provider of the Year 2017
Swim Skills Pathway
Swim Skills 1A
Ages: 4.5–9 years
Aim: To further develop water confidence and develop core aquatic skills without buoyancy aids.
Objectives:
- Develop confidence and ability to perform a wide range of core aquatic skills without aids
- Develop the basic technique of the strokes
- Introducing the basic technique of sculling
- Develop balance and buoyancy through fun activities
Swim Skills 1B
Ages: 4.5–9 years
Aim: For more confident beginners to further develop core aquatic skills without buoyancy aids.
Objectives:
- Build on confidence and ability to perform a wide range of core aquatic skills without aids
- Develop the basic technique of the strokes
- Introducing the basic technique of sculling
- Develop balance and buoyancy through fun activities
Swim Skills 2 (A & B)
Ages: 4.5+
Aim: Increase competency in core aquatic skills and develop basic stroke technique.
Objectives:
- Introduce and progress new core aquatic skills
- Develop stroke technique to include all four strokes
- Introduction to diving (where pool allows)
- Develop awareness and feel for the water through a variety of core aquatic skills.
Older Beginner
Ages: 9–15 years
New to swimming or not yet confident in the water? Our Older Beginner class combines key skills from Swim Skills 1A and 1B in a supportive group designed for older children.
Book NowFurther Levels
*Currently only Swim Skills 1A (4.5-9yrs) and Older Beginners (9-16yrs) are available to book online. For our other skill levels please fill in our online form and our coached programme team will make sure your child is placed in the right skill group.
Click here to view our full Learn to Swim Pathway (1MB pdf)
Venues
Our programme runs weekly lessons at 6 City Pools:
- Bridge of Don Swimming Pool
- Get active @ Cults*
- Dyce Swimming Pool
- Get active @ Lochside
- Get active @ Northfield
- Tullos Swimming Pool
*Cults pool also offers both Premium and Standard school age swimming lessons from 4.5years. Premium classes are smaller group classes with a mentor on poolside.
Learn To Swim Programme – Membership Benefits
- Minimum 46 lessons per year (allowing for holidays/closures)
- From £26.50 per month by direct debit
- No sign-up fee
- Free swimming during public sessions
- Seamless class progression through all levels, with no extra cost for longer lessons at Club Ready
- Track progress anytime via our Aquatics portal
- No need to rebook manually—your space is secured
Get Active for Less
We believe swimming should be accessible to every child. Our ‘Get Active for Less’ scheme offers discounts for those who meet eligibility criteria across pay-and-play or membership services. Check if you’re eligible.
Our Commitment
- Develop safe, effective and child friendly environments, based on good practice
- Improve swimmers, teachers, coaches and volunteers
- Encourage lifelong participation through sustainable swimming development pathways
Whatever your age, learning to swim should be fun! For some fun games you can do with your child in the pool and some essential water safety tips – visit ScottishSwimming.com for some amazing Swimming Games.
Need Help or Ready to Join?
Contact our Coached Programme Administration Team:
Email: coachedprogrammes@sportaberdeen.co.uk
Call: 01224 047934
Please see our Learn to Swim information page for important information for Learn to Swim Members regarding dates, direct debits and terms and conditions
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