20 FAQs About Our Swimming Crash Courses in Wimbledon

1) What is a swimming crash course?

Swimming crash courses are 4-day or 5-day intensive courses offered during school holidays. Lessons take place every weekday (excluding bank holidays), usually during morning hours, to provide rapid progress through daily repetition.

2) Are Crash Courses the same as Swimming Intensive Courses?

Yes. Both terms refer to our daily holiday programme designed for fast-tracked learning.

3) When do the 2026 crash courses run?

Our 2026 intensive courses run during the Easter holidays (April 7–10 and April 14–17), the Summer holidays, and school half-terms in October, February, and May/June.

4) Are the swimming crash courses just for children?

No. Our intensive lessons are 1:1, making them suitable for learners of any age, including adults. We also specialize in 1:1 SEND lessons during our holiday courses to ensure every swimmer receives the specific support they need.

5) Are crash courses just for beginners?

Not at all. Because our lessons are private (1:1), we tailor the sessions to the swimmer’s goals. We often help club-level swimmers refine their stroke technique for school squads, or adults training for triathlons who need to improve their freestyle breathing and stamina.

6) I am an adult beginner. Is an intensive course right for me?

Yes! A 1:1 adult intensive course is an excellent way to build water confidence quickly, especially before a holiday. While a short intensive course provides a fantastic foundation, we recommend continuing with regular lessons to maintain those skills.

7) How are 1:1 crash courses different from weekly lessons?

In a crash course, you have lessons every day for a week. This “immersion” helps swimmers retain information better than the standard weekly format where there is a 7-day gap between sessions. You can often achieve two terms’ worth of progress in just a few weeks of intensive training.

8) Which swimming pool is used for the Easter and Summer courses?

We use the premium 25-meter pool at Wimbledon College (SW19 4NS) for all our 2026 holiday programmes.

9) What time of day do the lessons take place?

Holiday intensive lessons typically run during the morning hours, allowing you to finish your training early and enjoy the rest of your day.

10) How long is each session?

Sessions are usually 30 minutes, though 60-minute sessions can be arranged upon request for older children and adults.

11) Can lessons be longer than 60 minutes?

Technically yes, but we find that doing more than 60 minutes per day for consecutive days is very physically demanding and can be counter-productive for younger learners.

12) What is the minimum booking?

The minimum booking is one full week (4 or 5 days, depending on the holiday schedule).

13) Can I book just 1 or 2 ad-hoc days?

To ensure the best results and progress for the student, we only accept bookings for the full weekly course.

14) Where can I find the fees for the 2026 Easter crash courses?

Our current pricing and availability are updated regularly on our website check here.

15) Do you offer big group lessons during crash courses?

No. We specialise exclusively in 1:1 and 2:1 (semi-private) lessons. This ensures the teacher can focus 100% on the individual’s needs. Semi-private lessons can be shared by siblings or friends of similar ability.

16) What happens if I miss a lesson during the course?

Because these slots are specifically reserved for you, we cannot offer refunds, credits, or make-up sessions for missed lessons during the intensive week.

17) Why do fees vary between different swim schools?

Blue Wave Swim School provides lessons in professional 25-meter pools and focuses solely on private and semi-private instruction. Unlike schools that run large groups in small backyard pools, we offer an elite, focused environment for all ages from 0 to 99.

18) Can crash courses replace my child’s weekly lessons?

They are a great supplement or a “boost.” While weekly lessons offer steady, long-term structure, crash courses are designed for time-efficient, rapid results. Many parents use them to “jump” a level quickly.

19) Can a complete beginner learn to swim in just one week?

While every student is different, it is unlikely a total beginner will become a competent swimmer in just 5 lessons. However, they will see a significant increase in confidence and foundational skills, which provides a massive head-start for future lessons.

20) What exactly will we learn in one week?

Since it is 1:1, we mold the curriculum around you:

• Beginners: Focus on water confidence, breath control, and basic buoyancy.
• Intermediate: Focus on stroke correction and efficient technique.
• Advanced: Focus on speed, stamina, and competitive starts/turns.