Best Swimming Lessons in Reading

Handpicked from 55 vetted & reviewed Swim schools in the Reading area, discover the top 5 leading options among the selected group of 24 finalists.

Swimkidz

Swimkidz

(43)
  • Songs
  • Learn Something New
  • Reading
“My 2 children have absolutely loved their lessons with SwimKidz over the years. The private pool and small groups are perfect for young children to learn and develop water safety and a love of swimming.”
1 Copse Cl, Reading RG31 6RH
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GBS Swim School

GBS Swim School

(41)
  • Passion
  • Assessment
  • Confidence
“Outstanding swimming lessons, very professional teachers who are extremely knowledgeable and strive to ensure your child receives the highest standard of teaching. My two sons have made significant and noticeable progress in one term compared to a y...”
In Business Since 2009
Leighton Park School, Shinfield Rd, Reading RG2 7DG
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Little Dolphins Swimming School

Little Dolphins Swimming School

(19)
“My little boy started at 3.5yrs & he's just completed his stage 1 after 3 months. He absolutely loves his weekly sessions. The teachers are amazing & we have loved the viewing weeks where we get to see what is being taught. It's very clear that all ...”
Sage Rd, Tilehurst, Reading RG31 6SW
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Swordfish Swim School

Swordfish Swim School

(3)
“Very good swimming school with professional people. Highly recommend.”
In Business Since 2014
Kendrick School, Reading RG1 5BN
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Baby Splash

Baby Splash

(6)
“Harriet and her team of expert swimming instructors make u and your child feel completely at ease in the water from the minute the class starts to the end. Both of our boys have learnt to swim with Harriet, they are both so confident and happy in the...”
In Business Since 2010
1 Coopers Pl, Burghfield Common, Reading RG7 3AG
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Best of 2024

Qualification Criteria for best of Winners

Minimum Overall Score
98 (100)
Minimum Reputation Rank
99.4 Percentile
All of our award winners are based on identifiable facts - reviews, performance, and experience - collected by scientific means. We use this data to assess each business’s essential features, weighting them according to their importance to customers.
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Prominent finalists
Ducks 2 Water

Ducks 2 Water

(27)
  • Fear
  • Teaching Style
  • Patience
“My son absolutely loved his swimming lessons with James. He is patient, kind and crucially doesn't take any nonsense. Alex has grown to be a confident swimmer and I would 100% recommend!”
In Business Since 2020
1, Wycombe House, High Wycombe HP13 5PH
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Bray Lake Watersports

Bray Lake Watersports

(48)
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Skills
“My daughter had an excellent week at the Summer watersports course. She has learnt a lot and it has come in very useful on our recent holiday by a lake rowing and paddle boarding. The instructors and facilities are excellent. I have no doubt she wil...”
In Business Since 1998
Coupons & Offers
Serving Reading Area
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Swim Active Swimming School

Swim Active Swimming School

(2)
  • Teaching
“As a parent, finding a swimming instructor who not only teaches effectively but also nurtures a child's love for swimming is invaluable, and Kieran exceeds all expectations in this regard. Initially apprehensive and fearful in the water, my little g...”
Centre Dr, Chineham, Basingstoke RG24 8FY
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Fins Swimming Club

Fins Swimming Club

(1)
“Fantastic team of instructors and team. My son has enjoyed his first three sessions and looks forward to it each week. A little uneasy to start but Anna, Luke and Michelle made him feel comfortable and relaxed”
In Business Since 2017
Serving Reading Area
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Bracknell Swimarium

Bracknell Swimarium

(50)
  • Length
  • Passionate
  • Tutors
“A big shout out to Lee and Eliot at the Bracknell Swimarium! My granddaughter did a fast track course over this half term and absolutely loved it. Her confidence grew everyday and she ended up in Improver Plus by the end of the week!”
In Business Since 2004
Oareborough, Bracknell RG12 9LS
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The Little Swim Club Hampshire Ltd

The Little Swim Club Hampshire Ltd

(42)
  • Holiday
  • Individual
  • Changing Rooms
“Highly recommend The Little Swim Club, My little one has grown in confidence over the last 18 months and the lessons are full of fun as well as learning how to be safe in the water.”
Serving Reading Area
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Swimming Seals Ltd

Swimming Seals Ltd

(22)
  • Environment
  • Educational
  • Patient
“Fantastic team of coaches ! My sister's becoming a lot more confident with her swimming that to the amazing support from Swimming Seals. She has tonnes of fun and the staff are so lovely and supportive 😁 …”
Millbrook Combined School, High Wycombe HP12 4JY
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Hippo Swim Club

Hippo Swim Club

(19)
  • Learn
  • Confident
  • Lessons
“I am so incredibly impressed at the swim schools plan to continue lessons in September. They have provided clear guidance of new procedures that have been put in place to keep the children safe. My child can't wait to continue their lessons and I hav...”
Serving Reading Area
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Swim Stars Swimming School

Swim Stars Swimming School

(16)
  • Summer
  • Knowledge
  • Skills
“Aimee and the team are simply amazing with the children - so patient and passionate about helping them learn to swim. My daughters have been with Swim Stars for years and they have progressed so well in that time and both absolutely love their leason...”
In Business Since 2022
Amersham Rd, High Wycombe HP13 6QT
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GR Swimming Schools

GR Swimming Schools

(6)
  • Adult
  • Confidence
  • Swimming Lessons
“Jo and her team really helped build my confidence in the water. As an adult, I was slightly nervous about having swimming lessons. However, the team were very reassuring and helped me improve my swimming ability.”
14+ Years Experience
Transparent Fees & Pricing
4 Craven Dene, London Rd, Newbury RG14 2AY
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Pool 22 Swim School

Pool 22 Swim School

(10)
  • Parents
  • Atmosphere
  • Confidence
“We absolutely love our lessons at pool 22 with Viktoria. The groups are small, the facilities are spotless, Viktoria is exceptional and the effort to make each week a different theme keeps it engaging!! Would recommend to anyone!”
Serving Reading Area
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Sports Nut Swim School at Davenies

Sports Nut Swim School at Davenies

(10)
  • Lessons
“My daughter absolutely loves her swimming lessons; the swimming school is incredibly professional and have managed everything so well during the pandemic. My daughter has developed a love for the water and thanks to Sports Nut is so eager to swim eve...”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Serving Reading Area
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Kim Chapman Swimming School

Kim Chapman Swimming School

(3)
“Great lessons”
Serving Reading Area
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Ripple Kids Swim School

Ripple Kids Swim School

(2)
“My daughter has been attending Ripple Kids for nearly a year and loves it. Her instructor Carolyn is brilliant with her and we really like the small group sizes. I can see her growing in confidence each week and we are looking forward to term startin...”
Serving Reading Area
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Paige's Swim School

Paige's Swim School

(1)
“My girls were very apprehensive about the week crash course as it was new to them going somewhere different and having a different swim teacher. However as soon as they met Paige and got stuck in all that worry and fear vanished. Paige was amazing wi...”
Kings Rd, Sunninghill, Ascot SL5 7PS
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Swimskool

Swimskool

(1)
“Ian is a great coach. Patient, fun, and motivating. My sons swimming skills and confidence are improving noticeably”
Serving Reading Area
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Ewingswimmingacademy

Ewingswimmingacademy

“"We have been taking our 2.5 year old to the small group classes since the start of this year. The instructors are so great with the children and make learning to swim really enjoyable. They adapt the lesson to the needs of the group and know how to ...”
Kings Rd, Sunninghill, Ascot SL5 7PS
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Sue Lord Open Water Coaching & Swim Teaching

Sue Lord Open Water Coaching & Swim Teaching

(19)
  • Email
  • Engagement
  • Course
“I recently had a session with Sue to build my confidence in open water swimming, and it made a significant difference. She provided valuable advice and her calm and positive energy while we swam together helped me greatly. I now feel more comfortable...”
Serving Reading Area
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Swim Today

Swim Today

(4)
  • Lessons
“We highly recommend Heather for 1:1 swimming lessons. Heather is a fantastic swim instructor. She is passionate and patient. Heather has helped to increase my childrens confidence and competence in the water. Lessons are always well structured, techn...”
Serving Reading Area
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Swim Lesson Services in Reading Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
£95
Maximum cost
£449
National Average
£163
Avg Per Hour Rates
£67
£126
£243
Typical price range is based on 544 cost profiles
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Average Cost £163
Minimum cost £95
Maximum cost £449
Avg Per Hour Rates £67

Typical range $126 to $243 is based on 544 cost profiles.

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