At Salt Water Swim School, we offer Adult Swimming Lessons for all ages and abilities.
Whether you’re taking your first steps in the water, looking to refine your strokes, or aiming to improve fitness and technique, our experienced instructors are here to guide you every step of the way.
Our lessons are designed to help you build confidence, master proper technique, and enjoy swimming safely. Each class is tailored to your goals, pace, and comfort level, so you can progress with ease.
Whatever your aim—learning to swim, improving endurance, or correcting strokes—we have a class that fits your needs.
Build Skill, Strength, and Confidence in the Water
Main skills achieved:
- Able to breath in a constant rhythm.
- Torpedo for 12m.
- Swim 12m freestyle breathing to the side.
- Streamline back kick for 12m.
The next certificate level is a ADULT INTERMEDIATE
Main skills achieved:
- Swim 25m freestyle with correct technique.
- Swim 25m backstroke with correct technique.
- Swim 25m survival backstroke.
- Scull/tread water for 90 seconds.
The next certificate level is ADULT ADVANCED
Main skills achieved:
- Swim 50m Freestyle & Backstroke.
- Swim 25m Breaststroke.
Learn to swim or improve your technique in a supportive environment.
Learning to swim as an adult is not only possible — it’s increasingly common, beneficial, and an important life skill with implications for safety, health, and well-being.
Pick times that work. Commit to showing up. That’s it.
| Day | Level | Time(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Beginners | 9:00am, 10:00am, 7:15pm, 7:45pm, 8:15pm |
| Intermediate | 7:15pm | |
| Tuesday | Beginners | 9:00am, 7:45pm, 8:00pm |
| Intermediate | 10:00am, 7:15pm | |
| Advanced | 7:45pm | |
| Wednesday | Beginners | 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 7:45pm, 8:00pm, 8:15pm |
| Thursday | Beginners | 9:30am, 10:00am, 7:15pm, 7:45pm |
| Intermediate | 7:15pm | |
| Friday | Beginners | 9:30am, 7:15pm, 7:45pm |
| Intermediate | 7:45pm | |
| Saturday | Beginners | 12:30pm, 1:00pm, 5:00pm, 5:30pm |
| Sunday | Beginners | 9:00am, 12:30pm, 1:00pm, 1:30pm, 5:30pm |
Everything you need to know about our Adult Swimming program.
Who can join adult swimming lessons?
Adult swimming lessons are open to anyone 18 years and over. Whether you’re a complete beginner, returning to swimming after time away, or looking to improve technique, confidence or fitness, our program is designed to support all abilities.
Do I need to know how to swim?
No prior swimming experience is required. Lessons are tailored to your individual skill level, whether you’re just starting out or aiming to refine existing strokes and skills.
What are the benefits of adult swimming lessons?
Adult swimming lessons help improve:
- Water confidence
- Stroke technique and efficiency
- Stamina and fitness
- Overall health and wellbeing
Swimming is also a low-impact exercise, making it gentle on joints while providing a full-body workout.
Are the instructors certified?
Yes. All adult swimming lessons are delivered by certified, professionally trained instructors with experience teaching adult swimmers of all confidence and ability levels.
Can I improve my technique in adult lessons?
Absolutely. Lessons focus on developing correct stroke technique, breathing, endurance and overall water confidence, with instruction tailored to your personal goals.
How do you assess my progress?
Our experienced team continually monitors each swimmer’s development both in and out of the water. Regular assessments allow us to identify areas for improvement and ensure you are progressing appropriately.
Live progress updates can be viewed via the Customer Portal, providing clear insight into achievements and what is required to progress to the next level.
What happens if I need to move levels?
Level progressions are an exciting time for everyone. Our priority is to move students to a new level as quickly as we can as it is important for their development and continued improvement. We will try to implement level changes on the spot; however this can be impacted by demand, your availability and any preferences you may have with times, days or teachers.
I’m going to be away for greater than 2 weeks - what should I do?
With unlimited make-up lessons, this is never a problem. Simply mark your absence through the customer portal, and you can rebook those lessons at a time that suits your family.
Make-up lessons are valid for up to 6 months, giving you plenty of time to catch up and keep your child’s progress on track.
I need to change days or times — how do I do this?
You can update your class time anytime through your customer portal, giving you the flexibility to find a session that suits your schedule.
If you need a hand, our reception team is always happy to help.
I’m moving — can I transfer to another Saltwater Swim School?
Yes, absolutely. We would love for you to continue swimming with us. Please speak with your current centre and our team will assist in coordinating your transfer.
What type of water is used in your pools?
Our pools use a premium mineral-based filtration system, combining saltwater with potassium and magnesium minerals. Heated to a comfortable 33°C year-round, our water is gentle on skin, ideal for allergies and provides a superior swimming experience.