Business Details
38 Years
experience
Private Swimming Lessons in Oldham
Established in 1988, School House Swimming has operated as a family-run business for 32 years in Oldham, Greater Manchester. Our purpose-built 12.5m x 6m swimming pool was originally constructed to support our three sons' competitive swimming careers, which culminated in national-level achievements. Since 1992, we have dedicated the facility to teaching children in small, focused groups with a teacher in the water and a lifeguard on poolside. Our methodology prioritises individual attention, with only one group taught at a time to ensure maximum engagement.Over decades, we have helped generations of children achieve the ASA Gold Award, demonstrating our commitment to technical excellence. Our two experienced instructors bring 55 combined years of expertise to every lesson. The secure, private environment includes ample parking and dedicated reception areas for parent convenience. We maintain a consistent focus on developing proper swimming technique through tailored instruction. Our reputation for excellence is evidenced by numerous testimonials praising our patient, skilled teaching approach.
Services
Swimming lessons
Pre-school classes
Private pool hire
Lifeguard supervision
Swimming technique coaching
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- 32 years' experience teaching swimming in purpose-built facility
- Maximum 7 pupils per group with teacher in water
- Lifeguard present during all lessons for safety
- Generational success with ASA Gold Award achievements
- Two instructors with combined 55 years' expertise
Associations and certifications
- ASA Gold Award
What people say
Friendly and helpful staff
Teachers are wonderful
Small classes effective
Great progress achieved
Lovely staff
Services
Children's Swimming Lessons
Structured swimming instruction for children aged 4+ in small groups of up to 7 pupils. Teachers demonstrate techniques in the water while lifeguards ensure safety. Lessons focus on building confidence and mastering strokes through progressive challenges.
Pre-School Swimming Classes
Specialised water familiarisation sessions for 2-4 year olds with dual instructor supervision. Classes develop basic water safety skills and comfort through play-based activities, preparing children for formal swimming instruction.
People
Beryl Hall
Owner/Instructor
Co-founder with 32 years' experience teaching swimming. Specialises in child development through water-based instruction. Holds ASA qualifications and maintains lifeguard-certified standards.
Michael Hall
Owner/Instructor
Co-founder and experienced swimming coach. Former competitive swimmer who trained three national-level athletes. Focuses on technical precision and safety in all lessons.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We offer lessons for children aged 2+ with separate pre-school (2-4 years) and school-age (4+ years) programmes.
How many pupils are in each class?
Maximum 7 children per group to ensure individual attention and safety during all swimming lessons.
Are lifeguards present during lessons?
Yes, a qualified lifeguard supervises all sessions from poolside while instructors teach in the water.
What qualifications do instructors hold?
Our instructors have 55 combined years' experience with ASA certifications and regular lifeguard training updates.
How long are typical swimming courses?
Courses run for 7 weeks with hour-long sessions each week, renewable upon completion of each course.
