Starting out · Ages 5+
Water Safety & Fun
Little steps towards feeling at home in the water. Build confidence and learn the foundations of swimming.
- Four levels, from Starfish to Dolphins
- A starting level matched to your child
Little splashes. Big confidence.
Swim school.
From their first splash to confident lengths. Find the right starting point for your child.
New to lessons? We’ll help you find their level.
A little pride, every time.
Find their starting point
Small steps.
Real progress.
Our Bishopstown programmes take swimmers from their first lessons to their next challenge. An assessment helps us find the right fit.
Looking for lessons at Churchfield or Douglas?
The next challenge
Swimming Skills
For swimmers ready to go beyond Dolphins. Refine strokes, build stamina and enjoy the rhythm of longer lengths.
- Sharks 1 & Sharks 2
- Technique and endurance
Lifesaving · Ages 8–14
Rookie Lifeguard
Put swimming confidence to a new use. Discover water safety, rescue awareness and first aid skills.
- Bronze, Silver & Gold awards
- For confident junior swimmers
Let’s get them started
Start with a
free assessment.
Start with a short swim at Bishopstown so our team can recommend your child’s level. You do not need to choose a programme yourself.
Search assessment coursesThis opens the general course search. Select Bishopstown and look for swimming assessments. The assessment is free; lesson fees and places depend on the programme.
Find an assessment
Choose Bishopstown and the swimming assessment category in the course search. If no assessment is listed, ask reception for help.
Meet the instructor
A short swim helps us understand your child’s confidence and ability.
Find their group
Discuss the recommended level and available lesson places with reception.
Pack for a little pool time.
Bring swimwear, a swim cap and a towel. A parent or guardian must stay on-site.
Lessons near you
Find your
swim team.
Lesson options and availability vary by centre. Your local team can help with the right course, times and next steps.
Rossa Avenue
Bishopstown
Home to the three programmes above. Start with a free swimming assessment.
Knockfree Avenue
Churchfield
Speak to the team about children’s lessons, adult lessons and current places.
Gus Healy Pool · Nursery Drive
Douglas
Contact the pool team for current lesson options, course times and availability.
A little reassurance
Before the
first splash.
A few things to know before your child joins us in the water.
Ask our swim teamDoes my child need to know how to swim?
No. Water Safety & Fun welcomes beginners aged five and over. Starfish introduces water confidence, and children progress at their own pace.
What should we bring to the assessment?
Bring swimwear, a swim cap and a towel. Goggles are optional for the assessment and required for lessons. A parent or guardian must stay on-site.
How does my child move up a level?
Each level has skills to work towards. Instructors move swimmers on when they can confidently and consistently meet those competencies.
Parent account guideWhere can I check prices and class times?
Course search lets you choose a centre and swimming category. Check the dates and price on the course details before booking. Reception can help if the course you need is not listed.
How to find courses and assessments
For our swim school families
Already making
waves?
Keep LeisureWorld close. Get the app for your visits, and use our parent guide to link your family’s profiles and follow swimming progress.