What Parents Should Know Before Booking Our Kids' Swimming Lessons in Essex
Swimming is more than just a life skill; it builds confidence, enhances physical coordination, and can be the start of a lifelong love for the water. If you're considering looking into our kids' swimming lessons in Essex, this guide covers everything you should know before booking.
At Elites Swimming in Billericay and Basildon, we specialise in helping children of all ages and abilities thrive in the water through expertly structured, small-group and private sessions led by highly trained coaches.
What Makes a Quality Swimming Programme?
Not All Swimming Lessons Are Equal
Many swim schools follow the Swim England framework. At Elites Swimming, we use a bespoke award system developed to fast-track progression. It’s carefully designed to get results, not just check boxes.
Who Is Teaching Your Child?
Our instructors are ex-competitive swimmers and certified coaches; some with experience training alongside Team GB. Every instructor is DBS-checked, paediatric first-aid certified, and committed to your child’s growth.
Small Class Sizes = Bigger Progress
We believe in quality over quantity. That's why we cap:
Beginner classes at 5 childre
Intermediate classes at 6
Advanced at 8
This ensures focused attention, faster improvement, and more confidence in the pool.
How Early Can Kids Start Swimming Lessons?
Children can begin:
Group classes from 34 months
Private lessons from age 2
Early lessons improve motor skills, coordination, and help reduce fear of the water. We tailor the approach based on your child’s developmental stage.
Safety Should Always Come First
From day one, our curriculum teaches water safety. For older children, we offer the Rookie Lifesaving in Billericay - covering:
Rescue skills
Survival techniques
Emergency response training
These are life-saving lessons, not just swimming classes.
How Often Should My Child Attend?
Swimming is a skill that needs consistency. We recommend:
Weekly sessions during term time
Crash courses during holidays for accelerated learning
All parents get access to online progress reports to track development.
Which Location Is Right for You?
Swimming Lessons in Billericay
Swimming Lessons in Basildon
It usually comes down to the area you are based in and which location is more accessible. Please note that SEN classes, Stroke Analysis, Water Polo and Rookie Lifesaving are only available in Billericay.
Questions to Ask Before You Book
What’s the instructor-to-child ratio?
How are children grouped by skill level?
Is there flexibility for missed sessions?
Are progress reports available?
Is the curriculum structured and goal-based?
Our team is happy to answer these and any other questions to help you make an informed choice.
Reach Out Today
Elites Swimming is trusted by parents across Essex for swimming lessons for a key reason: we deliver results with care, safety, and professionalism. Book your child’s first swimming lesson in Billericay or Basildon today and help them gain a skill that lasts a lifetime.