Our Swimming Lessons in Wimbledon

Blue Wave Swim School offers premium 1:1, semi-private (1:2) and small group (1:3) swimming lessons at the Wimbledon College Sports Complex pool.

We specialise in highly-progressive swim lessons for children aged 3 and above. This professional 25-metre pool features both a shallow end for beginners and a deep end for advanced skills like diving and stamina training.

During school holidays (Half-terms, Easter, and Summer), we also offer highly focused intensive 1:1 courses for rapid progress.

Wimbledon Lesson Levels & Format

To ensure the best results, children in our 1:2 and 1:3 lessons are grouped by ability:

• Beginners (Aged 3+): Using the shallow end (1.1m), we focus on water confidence, basic swimming skills, and essential safety.
• Confident (Aged 4+): For children who can swim 3m+ unaided. We focus on stroke technique, "Big Arms," and building stamina.
• School-Aged Children: Utilising the full 25m pool and the 2.7m deep end for diving, personal survival, and Swim England Stages 1-7.

Wimbledon Pool Location

Pool Address: Sports Complex, Wimbledon College, Edge Hill, London SW19 4NS

Wimbledon College is conveniently situated near the A3 and A298, making it easily accessible from Kingston, Morden, Raynes Park, Balham, Southfields, and Putney.

Venue Details:

• Free car park access for all clients.
• Excellent disability access.
• Closest public transport: Wimbledon Station (Train, Tram, and Tube) with several nearby bus stops.
• Access: Drivers should use the black gate next to the Church in Edge Hill. Pedestrians should use the gate opposite Donhead Prep School.

Our Professional 25m Swimming Pool in Wimbledon

• Pool Size: 25-meter, 4-lane indoor heated pool.
• Temperature: Maintained at a comfortable 30°C year-round.
• Depth: 1.0m (shallow end) to 2.7m (deep end).
• Features: Ideal for stamina training, diving practice, and personal survival skills.

Why Choose This Pool?

Our Wimbledon venue offers a full 25-metre length, providing an environment that smaller health club pools cannot match:

• Stamina & Stroke Technique: Plenty of space for school-aged children to build endurance and practice competitive starts and turns.
• Diving & Survival Skills: With a 2.7m maximum depth, we can safely teach treading water and diving.
• Professional Equipment: We provide all high-quality teaching aids (kickboards, pull buoys, and noodles).

Arrival and Changing Facilities

To ensure a smooth experience, please note the following facility details:

• Separate Changing Rooms: Spacious, separate areas for Male/Boys and Female/Girls.
• Accompanied Children: Children under 8 should use the changing room corresponding to the gender of the parent/carer.
• Showers & Toilets: Warm showers are available. We recommend a quick rinse-off at the pool and full showers at home to avoid congestion.
• Toddlers: Please bring your own changing mat and take all used nappies home with you.
• Storage: Hooks and hangers are available for bags (no secure lockers).

Pro Tip: We recommend swimmers arrive "swim-ready." There are no hair dryers on-site, so please bring a woolly hat for your child to wear after the lesson!

Viewing & Waiting Area

• An observatory area with benches is available for parents and siblings to watch lessons.
• A foyer area with limited tables and chairs is available.
• Note: There are no vending machines or cafes at this venue.