Business Details
35 Years
experience
Expert Swimming Lessons in Swansea for All Ages
Established in 1991, our swim school has grown from a small team of two instructors to a trusted provider serving over 2,500 pupils annually with a dedicated staff of 25. Founded by Jane Coode and a fellow swimming enthusiast, our ethos centres on creating confident swimmers through structured, play-based learning. We take pride in training our own lifeguards and instructors, ensuring every team member embodies our commitment to safety and excellence.As a family-run business, we maintain personal connections with our swimmers, offering tailored support that has become our hallmark. Our approach combines decades of experience with innovative teaching methods, including a unique children's book developed during lockdown to engage young learners. With lessons available at four Swansea locations, we remain dedicated to nurturing swimming skills in a friendly, supportive environment.
Services
Swimming Lessons
Beginner Classes
Improver Sessions
Family Swim Programmes
Pool Maintenance
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- 27 years of dedicated swimming instruction experience
- Family-run business with personalized swimmer support
- Small class sizes (4 pupils per instructor)
- In-house staff training programme since 1991
- Developed educational swimming resources for children
What people say
Excellent swimming tuition
Structured play-based learning
Confident swimmers
Family-friendly approach
Innovative teaching methods
Services
Swimming Lessons
Structured swimming instruction for all ages and abilities. Our 30-minute sessions maintain a strict 4:1 pupil-to-instructor ratio, ensuring personalized attention. Lessons follow progressive skill development frameworks refined over 27 years of operation.
Beginner Classes
Specialist programmes for new swimmers. Focus on water confidence building through structured play activities. Classes incorporate original teaching resources developed by experienced instructors with expertise in nervous beginner support.
Improver Sessions
Progressive skill enhancement for established swimmers. Sessions develop stroke technique and endurance through length-based training. Instructors use assessment frameworks to track individual progress through defined ability stages.
Family Swim Programmes
Interactive swimming experiences for families. Designed to reinforce learning through shared activities. Includes educational resources like our original children's book to extend learning beyond pool sessions.
Pool Maintenance
Professional pool upkeep and safety management. Services include water quality control, equipment maintenance, and safety compliance checks. Delivered by certified technicians with operational expertise from daily swim school requirements.
People
Jane Coode
Co-Founder
Co-founded Poseidon Swim School in 1991 with 27 years' swimming instruction experience. Developed the school's teaching philosophy focusing on structured play-based learning and staff training programmes.
Anna Roberts
Senior Teacher
Senior instructor and author of 'The Swimming Pool Mouse' educational resource. Specialises in teaching nervous beginners, developing innovative techniques to engage young children during swimming lessons.
Mark Roberts
Senior Lifeguard
Senior lifeguard and pool maintenance specialist with 25+ years' operational experience. Oversees safety protocols and technical maintenance across all teaching locations, ensuring optimal pool conditions for lessons.
Thelma Roberts
Administrative Manager
Handles administrative operations with 27 years' institutional knowledge. Coordinates lesson scheduling, staff management, and parent communications, maintaining the school's family-focused service approach.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We teach all ages from toddlers to adults, with our children's book specifically designed for ages 2-6.
How many pupils are in each class?
All classes maintain a maximum of four pupils per instructor for personalized attention.
Where are your lessons held?
Lessons operate at four Swansea locations: Pennard Pool, Pentrehafod Pool, Olchfa Pool, and Bishop Gore Pool.
How are lessons structured?
Each 30-minute session follows a structured programme focusing on progressive skill development through play-based learning.
Can I book lessons online?
Contact our office via phone for bookings, with class details available through our website's pool-specific timetables.
