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Welcome to World of Swimming

Teaching the world to swim

With over 20 years of experience and more than 10 pools across Hampshire, Wiltshire, Dorset & Oxfordshire, World of Swimming is proud to deliver fun, safe, and progressive swimming lessons for thousands of children and adults each week. Whether your child is taking their first dip or you're building confidence in the water as an adult, our qualified instructors are here to support your journey every stroke of the way.

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Latest News & Advice

Stay up to date with our latest news, guides and water safety tips

Too Many Children Are Leaving Primary School Unable to Swim – Why September’s Water Safety Changes Matter

New figures show that more than a quarter of children are leaving primary school without meeting expected swimming standards. With new water safety requirements coming into effect from September 2026, we look at why practical swimming, self-rescue and classroom-based water safety education need to work together.

Water Safety Lessons in Schools: What Is Changing From September 2026?

From September 2026, water safety education will be statutory in schools through RSHE. Learn what the change means and how World of Swimming supports curriculum swimming, transport, pool hire and classroom water safety.

World of Swimming Welcomes 950 New Weekly Swimmers with Four New Pools Across Berkshire and Hampshire

World of Swimming Welcomes 950 New Weekly Swimmers with Four New Pools Across Berkshire and Hampshire

World of Swimming is pleased to announce the expansion of its swim school network with four new swimming lesson locations now open for bookings for the Summer term.

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World of Swimming Expands into Oxfordshire with Oxford Swim Academy Acquisition

World of Swimming expands into Oxfordshire with the acquisition of Oxford Swim Academy from April 2026, offering children’s and adult swimming lessons across Oxford, Abingdon and Didcot.

World of Swimming Achieves STA Mark Accreditation: A New Standard of Excellence

World of Swimming is now an STA Mark accredited swim school, recognising our commitment to exceptional teaching, safety and high-quality standards across all our locations.

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A Year of Growth, Change and New Opportunities at World of Swimming

World of Swimming has had a transformative year. Uniting our swim schools under one brand, expanding into Andover, Havant and Portsmouth, and launching London Swim School in 2026. With new career pathways and leadership roles, we’re building a stronger team and brighter future for our swimmers.

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World of Swimming Expands to Havant: New Lessons Now Available at Barncroft Primary School

World of Swimming launches in Havant! Join our small-group swimming lessons at Barncroft Primary School. Expert teachers, safe, fun and progressive lessons, now booking for January 2026.

Why Class Sizes Matter: Safe, Fun, Progress at World of Swimming

Small class sizes make all the difference at World of Swimming. Our lessons are built around Safe, Fun, Progress, giving every swimmer personal attention, faster results, and confidence in the water.

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World of Swimming Comes to Portsmouth!

We’re delighted to announce that World of Swimming Portsmouth is coming to St Edmund's Catholic School, Portsmouth, bringing our safe, fun, and structured swimming lessons to even more families across the South.

Celebrating World Teachers’ Day: Why Our Swim Instructors Love What They Do

This World Teachers’ Day, we’re celebrating the passion, patience and impact of our amazing swim teachers — helping swimmers build confidence, safety and life skills. Plus, discover how you can start or grow your own swim teaching career with World of Swimming.

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World of Swimming Makes a Splash in Andover!

World of Swimming is thrilled to launch at Farleigh School, Andover! With classes now on and over 250 swimmers already onboard, we’re ready to teach water confidence across ages.

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Why Is Swimming Important?

Water Safety: Swimming skills greatly reduce the risk of drowning, which is one of the leading causes of accidental death among children. Water Safety: Swimming skills greatly reduce the risk of drowning, which is one of the leading causes of accidental death among children.

Wessex Swim School Swim School is Now World of Swimming

After over two decades of teaching thousands of swimmers to be safe, confident, and capable in the water, Wessex Swim School is officially rebranding as World of Swimming. This isn’t just a name change, it’s a reflection of who we’ve become, and where we’re going next.

Wessex Swim School Celebrating 20 Years

20 Years of Wessex Swim School

Celebrating 20 Years of Wessex Swim School. We are delighted to mark a significant milestone—20 years of Wessex Swim School! This anniversary is a moment of reflection and gratitude as we celebrate the journey that has brought us to this point.

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Swimwear Colour Matters: How to Keep Your Child Safer in the Water

With summer on the horizon and families heading off to the beach, pool, or holiday parks, water safety is more important than ever. While expert swim instruction plays a huge role in keeping children safe, there's one lesser-known factor that can make a big difference: the colour of your child's swimwear.

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How to prepare your child for swimming lessons!

As September approaches each year we have lots of new swimmers joining us with no experience of swimming before and we know getting your children to start anything new can always be an anxious time for both you and your child.

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What our swimmers say

Why swimmers and parents love learning with us

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Teaching the World to Swim

Teaching the World to Swim