Dive In And Learn ToSwim With Confidence
Building confident swimmers, one splash at a time, through personalized instruction.
Providing Swimming Lessons in and around Derby & Derbyshire
About Splash Zone
Enjoy Your Learning To Swim Together
At Splash Zone Ltd, we believe swimming is vital. It’s not just a skill, it’s a life-saving ability that builds confidence, improves fitness, and brings joy. We’re dedicated to providing a safe, welcoming, and motivating environment where everyone, regardless of age or ability, can flourish in the water.
Our commitment is to deliver high-quality swim instruction with a strong emphasis on safety, individual progress, and enjoyment. We understand that every swimmer learns at their own pace, and our teaching approach fully supports that.
Our Levels
Mastering the Swimming Levels
Beginner Swimmer
Learn fundamental water safety and basic strokes like floating and kicking. Build confidence and comfort in the water, focusing on breath control and enjoying the aquatic environment at your own pace.
Intermediate Swimmer
Refine your freestyle and backstroke techniques, improving efficiency and stamina. Introduce breaststroke and butterfly basics, enhancing your overall stroke repertoire and increasing swimming distance.
Advanced Swimmer
Master all four competitive strokes with emphasis on speed, power, and endurance. Develop advanced diving and turning skills, and explore competitive swimming strategies for peak performance.
Beginner Swimmer
Dive into the wonderful world of swimming with our Beginner Level lessons! Designed for individuals with little to no prior swimming experience, this section focuses on building confidence and fundamental water safety skills. Our patient and certified instructors will guide you through getting comfortable in the water, mastering basic breathing techniques, floating, and simple propulsive movements.
We create a supportive and fun environment, ensuring you feel at ease as you learn essential skills like entering and exiting the pool safely, submersions, and controlled movements. You’ll progress at your own pace, developing a strong foundation for future swimming strokes and a lifelong love for the water.
Our Expertise
Building Skills, Ensuring Safety
Expert Coaching
Our certified coaches provide professional, safe instruction through a structured, progressive curriculum.
Tailored Learning
Benefit from personalized attention in small classes, ensuring focused feedback and faster progress.
Positive Comments
Some Quotes From Our Students
“I used to be afraid of the water, but Splash Zone changed that! The instructors are super friendly and patient. Now I swim confidently and actually enjoy it!”
Cheryl Butler
“Learning to swim at Splash Zone has been the best decision ever. The lessons are fun, clear, and supportive. I improved faster than I thought possible!”
Clive Weaver
“Splash Zone made learning to swim so easy. The coaches are encouraging and really care. I went from total beginner to swimming laps in just a few weeks!”
Simon Wheatly
“I always wanted to swim, and Splash Zone made it happen. Every class is exciting, and the teachers make you feel safe and motivated. I love coming here!”
Rey Davidson
“Before Splash Zone, I never thought I’d feel this confident in the water. Their step-by-step teaching method helped me build skills without pressure. I look forward to every lesson!”
Horace Snee
“I’ve tried other swim programs, but Splash Zone is the best. The pool is great, the lessons are fun, and I’ve made real progress. Totally worth it!”
Glen Bennett
Swimming Stages
Stage by Stage Swim Progression
Water Confidence & Basic Safety
Basic Movement & Independent Travel
Streamlining & Underwater Skills
Kick Development & Introduction to Sculling
Positive Comments
Water Safety Awards
Water Safety 1 Award
This award, a child will gain crucial basic water safety awareness. They’ll learn essential survival techniques like floating, treading water, and submerging, resurfacing without goggles. This foundational award builds confidence and equips them with vital skills to navigate unexpected water situations safely and calmly.
Water Safety 2 Award
This award progresses by introducing swimming in clothes, simulating real-life scenarios. Children will learn key water safety messages from organizations like RNLI and RLSS, understanding how to stay safe in various aquatic environments. They’ll also master critical personal survival techniques, including the Heat Escape Lessening Position.
Water Safety 3 Award
Upon completing this final Water Safety Award, your child will have a understanding of how to perform safe self-rescue in diverse water situations, including both open water and pool environments. They’ll learn crucial actions to take if they fall into water unexpectedly, empowering them with life-saving knowledge and practical skills.