It’s never too early or too late to enrol in the 5 best swimming lessons in Glasgow!
I’m a Glasgow dad on a simple mission: to waterproof my pre-teen before school trips, swimming pool parties, and the inevitable dodgy hotel pools on future weekend getaways.
Swimming isn’t a cute extracurricular for us, but a proper life skill. The right programme matters, that’s why I’m looking at class type, age groups, safety standards, and whether coaches can actually teach and not just shout from the poolside.
This guide is for parents like me, comparing swimming lessons in Glasgow, and for adults finally learning without embarrassment, and kids moving from dog paddle to confident laps.
How much does a swimming lesson cost in Glasgow?
In Glasgow, most group swimming lessons (kids and adults) typically cost about £25 to £35 a month, or £45 to £60 for a short 5 to 6-week block. These are the best values if you’re happy learning in a small group and following a set term schedule.
Private one-to-one lessons are usually £25 to over £40 per session, often sold in small blocks. These suit adults, nervous swimmers, and anyone wanting faster progress.
For baby and toddler classes, prices are usually sold as a term package at roughly £140 to £160 for around 8 to 10 sessions. These focus more on water confidence and safety rather than formal stroke learning.
1. Sandra Swimming
Address: Marriott Hotel, 500 Argyle Street
Contact: +447745675732
Hours:
Wednesday, 10.30 AM–7 PM
Thursday, 1–7 PM
Saturday, 10 AM–2 PM
I booked one-to-one adult swimming lessons at Sandra Swimming because I wanted confidence, not just laps. I already know how to swim, but Sandra built the sessions exactly around my level and nerves.
I chose private over group because I needed full attention, and the format really worked for me. Every lesson felt tailored, with focused technique drills and confidence-building pacing rather than a fixed class script.
Her progress checks were clear and practical. I always knew what skill I was working towards next.
But what sold me was how safety-led the coaching felt. There was proper poolside supervision, calm rescue awareness, and an instructor who clearly knows adult beginners inside out.
As for the scheduling, it was refreshingly easy. She has flexible weekday and evening slots, and simple lesson packages instead of long, locked-in terms. I also appreciated the quick skills assessment at the start and the honest advice on how many sessions I’d realistically need.
That said, because she’s popular for private adult coaching, peak time slots (Saturday mornings and early weekday evenings) can book up quickly among working adults. It’s also pricier than council group lessons, so it suits people who value personal attention over budget classes.
Customer Reviews
By the end of my sessions, I felt very comfortable in the water
Just finished my 4-session block with Sandra, and the sessions were great! I booked the lessons to improve my front crawl, more specifically to enhance my technique and become more comfortable in the water. By the end of my sessions, I felt very comfortable in the water and was able to vastly improve my front crawl. Not only did we improve my front crawl, but I also learned how to improve my breaststroke and even learned how to do a backstroke. I would highly recommend Sandra. Thank you for teaching me!
- Samir Kc, Google Review
And now I can swim!
Having always been afraid of the water, I decided to take a taster lesson with Sandra. From the very beginning, she was understanding, patient, and made me feel completely safe and comfortable in the pool. After that first positive experience, I signed up for a block of four lessons. Sandra has supported and encouraged me every step of the way—and now I can swim! It’s something I never thought I’d achieve. I would highly recommend Sandra to anyone; she creates a safe and supportive environment that helps you build confidence in the water.
- R M, Google Review
2. Turner Swim
Address: Central 3d Health & Fitness, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, 36 Cambridge St
Contact: +442071579902
Hours: By appointment
Turner Swim has been a lifesaver for my sister, whose fear of water was so real that she wouldn’t even dip a toe in a hotel pool. Thankfully, the company is part of a UK adult tuition network running for over a decade, transforming beginners into confident swimmers.
The one-to-one adult lessons she got were clearly structured around confidence and progression, starting with a calm skills assessment and tailored plan. Those made her feel safe right from the start.
The sessions were held in a clean, warm hotel pool at sensible times, and packages (hour-long sessions booked online) meant she could plan blocks that fit around her work and family life.
Right away, she noticed how focused the coaching was on her pace, not a group timetable. The instructors were patient breathing specialists who build technique slowly and reassuringly.
My sister said she always felt genuinely safe in her lessons. They were lifeguard-supervised, adult-only teaching lanes, and instructors who asked about her comfort level before every new skill.
She liked that they offer free quotes, so she won’t get locked in blind into booking a full block. I watched her make noticeable progress week to week because the coaching focused on her specific goals and fears.
However, because it’s one-to-one adult coaching, the cost per session is higher than community group classes. Availability also depends on hotel pool schedules, so you may not get your ideal time without booking well in advance.
Customer Reviews
I’d recommend this course to anyone
I had a great experience with Lindsay on this swimming course. I’d swum a lot as a kid but had never had lessons and latterly could only do breast stroke. I wanted to learn to do the front crawl as an alternative to long-distance running and was apprehensive about the aquatic breathing. Lindsay is friendly, patient and kept me motivated during the five lessons I had. The time flew by, and there’s so much to learn, but in the end, I was able to swim 100 meters non-stop, which is something I did not expect to achieve. I’d recommend this course to anyone wanting to learn to do front crawl, as it boosted my confidence and I’m looking forward to improving my technique and upping my distance.
- Lindsey Shields, Google Review
Her instructions and explanations are very clear
I’ve taken 12 lessons with Turner Swim so far. I’ve mostly had lessons with Lindsay, who is excellent. She’s friendly and approachable, her instructions and explanations are very clear, and while she’ll set out a plan for each lesson, she’s great at adapting that plan during the lesson in response to any difficulties you encounter or questions you have. She’s great at pushing you, without ever being pushy or making you go faster than you’re comfortable going, but I’m really happy with how quickly I was able to progress. In the space of 12 lessons (with personal practice in between), I’ve gone from struggling to swim a single length and being nervous in the water, to being able to swim 200m+ fairly easily, and enjoying swimming in my own time.
- Philip Scott, Google Review
3. Swim Now
Address: DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central, 36 Cambridge St
Contact: +441413920655
Hours: Daily, 7 AM–9 PM
My son was begging to bring his best friend along to his swimming lessons, and we were glad to stumble upon Swim Now’s flexible 2-to-1 private coaching. It was perfect because it tailored lessons to two independent learners at once!
Their coach actually adapted techniques depending on each kid’s pace. There was serious stroke work for my son and confidence-building for his pal. Both their progress felt real and measured.
As a dad, what I liked most was their custom program approach, where they assess goals before you commit to a block of lessons. This means awkward group fits or waiting lists never became an issue.
Lessons can also be arranged quickly at choice Glasgow pool venues like the Double Tree, and you can choose male or female coaches to suit your comfort level. Safety checks and instructor DBS certification gave me parental peace of mind, especially with young swimmers trying out deeper water for the first time.
The pricing was made clear after an initial callback, and they broke down packages, so I wasn’t guessing how many lessons they’d need. Scheduling was easy with morning, afternoon, and evening slots, too; it helped the boys fit lessons around weekends and club meets.
But because Swim Now focuses on private, tailored lessons, costs are higher than standard group courses, especially with 2-to-1 sessions.
Customer Reviews
My swim teacher, Joanna, is the best teacher ever
My happy place – Swim at Doubletree Hilton Glasgow! My swim teacher, Joanna, is the best teacher ever. Kind, patient and encouraging. I am an elderly learner, and she certainly has given me the confidence to see myself as a strong swimmer. I love the laughs we have as she puts me through my paces, increasing and strengthening the skills taught. I thank you most sincerely. Joanna. I would certainly encourage others who can’t swim to learn from Joanna.
- Margaret MacLean, Google Review
She’s helped me overcome my fear of water
Joanna is an amazing swim teacher! She’s so nice and friendly, making lessons enjoyable and stress-free. She’s helped me overcome my fear of water, and I’m now feeling confident in the pool. Highly recommend Joanna to anyone looking to learn how to swim or overcome aquaphobia. Thanks, Joanna!
- Juliet Enoch, Google Review
4. Glasgow Club
Address: 112 Danes Drive
Contact: +441412761620
Hours:
Monday to Friday, 6 AM–10 PM
Saturday to Sunday, 8 AM–8 PM
I watched a colleague (a non-member) train here because Glasgow Club’s Learn to Swim and lane session pathways are open to all via pay-as-you-go or membership. It means he could build competitive fitness without joining a specialist squad.
He said his lesson structure under the adults’ swim programme felt very clear on progression. His weekly 40-minute group classes taught basics before letting swimmers move into faster lane work.
His coach was both knowledgeable and safety-conscious. The pool setups at venues like Mayhill and Scoutston felt clean and roomy for stroke drills and breath control. He liked that the instructors understood adult learners, not just kids.
Progression milestones were realistic for his level and logged into his booking account. Unlike private one-to-one tuition, he had group-focused learning, which pushed him technically while letting him practice frequent lane swimming for speed and endurance.
The flexible payment options (monthly direct debit or top-up blocks) made it easy for him to balance training alongside work. He also liked that booking lanes and classes is straightforward through the Glasgow Club app.
Do note that group classes mean you don’t always get individual attention during sessions, so technique correction can sometimes be slower than with private coaches.
Customer Reviews
The pool and the changing rooms are clean
Great swimming pool! Went there without a membership/pre-booked on the app, and need to pay 4 pounds and need to bring 1 pound coin for the locker. The pool and the changing rooms are clean, equipped with hairdryers and a wetsuit dryer machine. Just hope they provide a proper closed shower room. Some parts of the big pool are too shallow for me. Not too crowded on Saturday afternoon.
- Elizabeth, Google Review
Great swimming pool
Great swimming pool compared to other Glasgow Club venues.
- Ian Shields, Google Review
5. SwimEasy
Address: 249, 1 Wellshot Road
Contact: +443300249111
Hours: Monday to Wednesday and Friday, 9.30 AM–4 PM
My neighbour swore by the SwimTots classes at SwimEasy to get her almost 4-year-old daughter comfortable around water before taking proper swimming lessons.
These lessons are designed to bridge the gap between baby classes and the main learning stages. They aim to help toddlers gain basic water confidence and movement skills without any pressure to master strokes yet.
SwimEasy’s structured passport system is a stand-out. Little ones earn milestones and are promoted when ready, not by arbitrary term ends. It makes progress feel genuinely earned.
Lessons happen in warm, safe pool environments across Glasgow with teachers who know how to make water friendly for preschoolers. The classes are small and supportive, so my neighbour could be in the water with her toddler, learning how to handle and guide her through basic aquatic movements.
As a plus, the teachers also guide parents on how to support their kids in the water and reinforce safety basics at home. This emphasis on confidence and water familiarity first helps toddlers transition seamlessly into the main swimmer pathway later on.
That said, pricing isn’t transparent on the site, so you have to call for exact costs before booking. Also, lesson slots can fill fast, and capacity is typically limited to maintain the quality focus.
Customer Reviews
All of the instructors are great and so friendly
My daughter is thoroughly enjoying her swimming classes! I can slowly see her confidence building, even though she is still young! All of the instructors are great and so friendly, and they instilled me with confidence to leave her at class time, as we had a very bad experience with another swim school.
- Carmel Black, Google Review
The progressive passport programme at SwimEasy is second to none
Fantastic lessons. My children currently attend in Glasgow. Eilidh is amazing, and our teachers are fantastic. Communication with advisors, teachers and office staff is excellent. We have been to numerous lessons, and the progressive passport programme at SwimEasy is second to none. On top of all of that, the classes are a maximum of 4, and the ability set is such a great value for money
- Hon Secretary, Google Review