More Than
Lessons.
Real Progress.

In practice, children rarely find 90 minutes too long — they're in the water, actively learning, and the time passes quickly. The longer session allows for a proper warm-up, time to introduce and correct a skill, and enough repetition for it to actually begin to stick. A 30-minute lesson is often over before anything meaningful has been embedded. Most parents find their children leave tired but genuinely satisfied with what they've done.

Brian teaches children from around 4 years old upwards. Whether your child is a complete beginner, nervous in the water, or has been in group lessons and needs to move forward — all levels are welcome.

Yes — if two children are of a similar ability level, sessions can be shared. This works well for siblings or close friends and allows families to split the cost while still keeping the lesson small and personal. Get in touch to discuss whether it’s suitable for your children.

Yes — and this is probably the most common situation Brian works with. Children who have been in group lessons often have gaps in their technique that simply weren't identified or addressed. In the first private session, Brian will assess exactly where your child is, identify those gaps, and build a plan around fixing them. Progress from that point is usually quick.

Weekly lessons produce the fastest results, but fortnightly works well for many families too. Brian will give you an honest recommendation based on your child's level and goals at the end of the first session.

It's a heated private pool in Arkley, Barnet EN5 — quiet, warm, and nothing like a public leisure centre. The exact address is confirmed on booking. Families travel from Barnet, Finchley, Whetstone, Edgware, East Barnet, Hadley Wood and surrounding North London areas.