Children’s Swimming Lessons in Muswell Hill

We offer termly Learn to Swim lessons for children from 3 - 16 years old. We have a gentle approach to our teaching and our emphasis is to teach every child to love and respect the water.

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What to expect

We follow the STA’s International Learn to Swim Program that offers a great progression route with rewards along the way.

Our lessons are tailored to each individual swimmer and we pride ourselves in building a personal relationship with both you and your child.

Lessons are booked for the term and you can either book 20min or 30min sessions.

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  • Swem UK offers the most bespoke and friendly service I am aware of in London. I have been to several swim schools in London and Swem offers a unique combination of experienced instructors with 1-2-1 designed lessons + the ability to consider a child’s individual needs (INCLUDING special needs and disabilities)

    Gerard

  • My daughter A. (10 y. o) has been swimming with Sunee for several weeks now. Sunee is a fantastic swimming instructor, highly skilled and experienced. She can identify the needs of a student and adjust her teaching approach accordingly.

    A M

  • Sunee is a wonderful swimming instructor! Her warmth and encouragement have helped my daughters confidence in the water grow considerably. I love seeing her technique improving and she really looks forward to each lesson. It’s a great environment for those who find group lessons overwhelming.

    Vicky

  • Sunee has been influential in both my children's swimming abilities, her comfortable approach and technique made them comfortable in the water in no time. Thanks to Sunee my mind is at peace when my kids venture into the swimming pool.

    Tiaan

About Your Teacher Sunée

Choosing a swimming teacher for your child is a big decision. You want to ensure they are friendly, professional and understand your unique child’s needs.

We can help!

  • SWEM’s founder and owner, Sunée McKelvey has 15 years of teaching experience and specialises in working with babies, children and adults with special needs. Sunée is also the owner of Swim with Sunée, a successful swim school in Cape Town, South-Africa.

    At SWEM we pride ourselves in offering bespoke swimming lessons, tailored to every individual swimmer’s needs.

    We currently offer 1-on-1 swimming lessons at The Muswell Hill Club for children and adults of all abilities. So, whether you are a complete beginner or a budding olympian looking for stroke development advice, we are here to help.

  • Susie grew up in Cape Town and thanks to her mum Sunee's swim school, she had the privilege of an enclosed heated swimming pool in her garden. Swimming became her biggest joy and daily activity all year round. She joined a local swimming club at the age of 7 and represented her school at Western Province Galas.

    Susie taught by her mum's side from the age of 14 and discovered that she loves teaching just as much as she loves water. Susie qualified as a STA teacher in February 2023 and at the age of 18, she now has 4 years of teaching experience and the qualification to match.

    Susie believes that children should be taught to love and respect the water so that they can experience the joy that this sport has brought to her.

Our Location

 

The swimming pool is located at The Muswell Hill Club, the address is 113 Fortis Green, N10 3EF. Upon arrival, please let reception know that you have come to swim with me. They will point you towards the private changing room and the pool

FAQs

  • I only offer 1-2-1 lessons at The Muswell Hill Club. This offers me the unique opportunity to give each swimmer the individual attention that helps them to progress at a much faster pace.

  • As a rule - no, you don’t need to get in the pool with your child. I do however offer a very bespoke service and believe that every child is unique and different, so if your little one requires you to get in the pool for a few lessons, then we do that.

  • As a fully qualified STA instructor and tutor, I follow the STA International Learn to Swim program. This program ties in with the school curriculum and also offers unique additional swimming programs and supporting awards. Please see the link for more info

    https://www.sta.co.uk/international-learn-to-swim-programme/

  • The swimming pool is located at The Muswell Hill Club, the address is 140 Fortis Green, N10 3EF, a short walk from Muswell Hill Broadway and has parking close by.

Next Steps

If you’re ready to enquire, please get in touch using this form and Sunée will answer any questions you have and advise on next steps.