Swim For Life Reviews 

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Evaluating 26 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently share wonderful feedback about the swimming instructors, describing them as exceptionally patient, kind, and deeply encouraging during every single lesson. People constantly mention that teachers create a wonderfully fun and calm environment where both children and adults can rapidly build their water confidence. Some reviewers were not happy with certain class dynamics, noting that limited individual feedback or initial personal jitters sometimes made the learning process quite challenging. Others mentioned that overcoming deep water fears took considerable time, though incredibly dedicated coaching ultimately helped them make amazing progress in the pool.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My granddaughter loves her swimming sessions. After over a year of previous lessons she gained confidence to jump in at her first lesson here! Edward was a delight to deal with and he worked extra... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My daughter really looks forward to her swimming lessons with Edward. He is patient and encouraging, and makes every session fun. She’s always smiling in the pool and growing more confident each week.... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Since my two sons have started swimming lessons they have grown so much in confidence in the water but their technique in the water is what has seen the most improvement. Edward’s patience and dedicat... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Edward is a brilliant coach! After a loss in confidence around breathing and a commitment to get better at technique and swim more, I decided to get some coaching. Edward put me at ease instantly. He... See more


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  1. Swimming Instructor

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We are a swimming business that offers something a little bit more. We teach alongside Swim England's national plan for teaching swimming and also the more holistic Shaw method approach to swimming alongside open water coaching and wild swimming. I love the water and teach with enthusiasm and passion. it is so important to me that my students get a great experience in the water and we develop the foundational skills correctly.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant instructor and approach for kids of all ability

Edward is an excellent teacher. He’s made our eldest son a strong and efficient swimmer. Our youngest would not go in the pool two months ago and now he’s jumping in and more confident than ever. Edward is patient and calm and the boys look forward to their lessons which is testament to Edward’s approach. Highly recommend Edward to anyone with kids confident or lacking confidence. He’s worked wonders with both our boys. Thank you!

May 1, 2023
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Reply from Swim For Life

Many thanks for your review and kind words. I really appreciate you taking the time to do that. Your boys are a pleasure to teach and work with. Edward

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Edward is an incredibly patient and…

Edward is an incredibly patient and understanding swimming teacher-he totally gets my fear of water and in a very gentle way, has helped me improve so much. He makes the lessons good fun too and I’m really pleased with the progress I’m making.

April 11, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Give it a go - its definitely worth it

Edward has made a massive difference to not only my confidence in the water but also my technique. In just a couple of sessions he has taken my front crawl from non-existent to now being able to complete full lengths.

I found the way Edward broke the stroke down into stages really useful and it made it easy to improve quickly. My family have been amazed at the difference - I only wish that I had done it years ago!

November 18, 2022
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Reply from Swim For Life

Many thanks for your review and kind words Lucy. So pleased you’re enjoying your swimming. Always hear if you need anything. Regards Edward

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommended swimming lessons

Edward is such a talented teacher. He is calm, reassuring and incredibly knowledgeable. I went to him wanting to learn front crawl to train for a triathlon. He took me through the technique step by step and after only a few sessions I have learnt so much. I’m out of the slow lane and up to medium already and I have no doubt he’ll get me to the fast lane.

March 31, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Swimming refresher…

I was looking for a swimming refresher course and Edward was great, and super patient! He broke down each part of the front crawl stroke and gave me different breathing exercises to help bring everything together. Really happy with how I’m now swimming and have really enjoyed the lessons! Even learnt butterfly too!

February 21, 2023
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Reply from Swim For Life

Great to work with you Katy and I’m so pleased to see you in the pool regularly, keeping it up and swimming beautifully.
The butterfly is a challenge for most people but you got there. Many thanks, Edward

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Now I can do a proper front crawl!

Edward is a fantastic teacher. His gentle, structured approach and calm reassurance have helped me develop a wonderful skill that will last me a lifetime.

I couldn't even manage half a width before my lessons with Edward. But now I’m not thrashing about or gasping for air anymore. Instead, I have a smooth stoke with good breathing technique.

There was no pressure to commit to a certain number of lessons, so I was able to stop when I felt the time was right for me. The whole experience was brilliant!

December 20, 2022
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Reply from Swim For Life

Thank you very much for your review and kind words Sandra. I’m really pleased you’re enjoying your swimming. Keep it up and many thanks for your trust in me. Very best wishes.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Edward is a fabulous swim coach

Edward is a fabulous swim coach - extremely patient, kind and happy to go in to as much technical detail as you want/need!

After just three 60 minute sessions I was able to get the basics of a front crawl, having little to no previous swimming experience!

Booking the sessions and paying for them is easy. Edward is extremely helpful, making it a completely stress free experience so far!

March 11, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have never before loved swimming so much

I never really enjoyed swimming which was frustrating as it is undoubtedly a great form of exercise. So after retiring I decided to take some lessons with Edward and now I absolutely love swimming. My favourite exercise by far. The style Edward teaches is really smooth and ‘non-splashy’ and I get lots of compliments about how graceful and easy my swimming looks! Edward is a real confidence booster where water is concerned.

March 1, 2023
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Reply from Swim For Life

Thankyou so much for your kind review. You are one very dedicated swimmer. It’s been a pleasure going on this journey with you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

No more fear of the water

When I first met Edward my anxiety around swimming was through the roof!! Learning a new skill as an adult is always difficult but especially when you are terrified of the very thing you are trying to learn.
Edward has been so patient with me, particularly helping me focus on breathing which helped massively with the anxiety. His skills as a teacher have helped me to develop my technique and focus. I have definitely overcome my fear of swimming, which really is a huge accomplishment and I need to thank him for that.

February 28, 2023
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Reply from Swim For Life

Thankyou for your kind words Kella. You did all the hard work.

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