Ages
6 months to adult
York Sport offers a comprehensive range of swimming lessons following the Swim England Learn to Swim Pathway. This structured program allows swimmers to progress at their own pace, building confidence and developing essential skills. Each swimmer’s progress is carefully monitored to ensure they advance according to their individual needs and abilities. You can track progress online via the Home Portal. All lessons (stages 1-7 & Below) are 30 minutes long.
Adult & Child – Discovery Ducklings (6 months - 3 years)
Enjoy quality time with your little one while helping them gain confidence in the water. Classes are divided into two age groups: 6–18 months and 18 months–3 years. A parent or guardian must accompany the child in the water. Children work towards the Discovery Duckling Awards.
● Availability: Monday – Friday mornings
● Pricing:
○ Direct Debit: £32 per month
○ Seven-Week Block Booking: £56
Ducklings Badge 1-4 (3-5 years)
Children aged 3–5 are introduced to different skills and build water confidence. Parents must be in the water with their child during morning sessions (Monday–Friday). During evening sessions (Monday–Friday) and Saturday mornings, parents do not enter the water but can watch from the café or balcony. Children work towards the Duckling Awards.
● Availability: Monday – Saturday
● Pricing:
○ Direct Debit: £32 per month
○ 12-Week Block Booking: £96
Learn to Swim – Stages 1-7 (5 years +)
This program focuses on developing key swimming skills, ensuring children become confident and safe swimmers. Swimmers progress through stages 1–7 and can earn distance badges from 5m up to 400m. Once children have successfully completed Stage 7, they may be invited to join the Bronze Development group if they meet the required competency level.
● Availability: Monday – Saturday
● Pricing:
○ Direct Debit: £32 per month
○ 12-Week Block Booking: £96
Address - York Sport, Lakeside Way, Heslington, York YO10 5FG
6 months to adult