Fins Swimming Club

22/06/2026

☀️🏊‍♀️ SUMMER HOLIDAY INTENSIVE SWIMMING LESSONS ARE NOW OPEN FOR BOOKING! 🏊‍♂️☀️
Looking for a fun and productive way to spend the summer holidays? 🌊💦 Our popular Summer Holiday Intensive Lessons are back and spaces are filling fast! 🎉
Whether you're looking to build water confidence, improve technique, master a new skill, or boost progress before the new term, we've got something for everyone! 🌟

🐠 Courses available include:
🏊 Group Intensive Lessons
👩‍🏫 1:1 Private Lessons
👫 1:2 Shared Lessons
👶 Lessons for younger swimmers
🏅 Stages for all abilities
🏊‍♀️ Adult Swimming Lessons in 1:1 or 1:2
🏊 Discounted course as part of teacher training!

✨ Suitable for ages from 3+ and all abilities
✨ Expert, friendly instructors
✨ Small class sizes
✨ A fantastic way to make rapid progress over the holidays!
✨ New members welcome!

📅 Don't miss out – summer courses are always extremely popular!

👇 View all available courses and book your place here:
https://www.finsswimmingclubshop.org/browse/cat1785835_4698678.aspx

🌞💙 Make this summer one to remember and help your swimmer become safer, stronger and more confident in the water! 💙🌞

17/06/2026

Remember the Water Safety Code: If you fall in, stay calm, float on your back and call for help.

Cold water shock can happen to anyone, even on a warm day. Your instinct might be to panic, but the best thing you can do is float.

🛟 Tilt your head back and keep your airway clear
🫁 Relax and focus on your breathing
🌊 Spread your arms and legs to stay balanced
🤲 Gently move your hands if needed
📞 Once calm, signal for help or swim to safety
If someone else is in trouble, don’t go in. Throw them something that floats.

Learn the Water Safety Code and share with your community this Drowning Prevention Week: www.rlss.org.uk/water-safety-code

Learn the Water Safety Code with RLSS UK's cartoon. The Water Safety Code is the cornerstone of water safety education, offering easy-to-remember tips that can save lives. Whether you're at home, by the coast, or near any body of water, this code helps you make quick, informed decisions and know wha...

16/06/2026

🌊 SUMMER INTENSIVE SWIMMING LESSONS – ONLY £20! 🌊

We're delighted to be offering a special discounted week of intensive swimming lessons at Farnborough Hill, running alongside a Swim England Teacher Training Course.

This unique setup allows trainee teachers to gain valuable practical experience under the supervision of experienced Swim England tutors, while swimmers benefit from a full week of lessons at a heavily reduced price.

🏊 Stage 1–4
✅ 30-minute lesson
📅 Monday to Friday
💷 Only £20 for the week
❌ Stage 1 is now SOLD OUT!

🏊 Stage 5–7
✅ 1-hour lesson
📅 Monday to Friday
💷 Only £20 for the week

Please note:
⭐ Lessons form part of a Swim England teacher training course.
⭐ Teachers will rotate between classes throughout the week as part of their training and assessment.
⭐ All sessions are overseen by experienced Swim England tutor assessors to ensure a safe, high-quality learning environment.
⭐ As this is a training week, formal stage assessments will not be carried out, so swimmers will not receive stage badges or certificates during these sessions.
The focus is on building confidence, improving technique, and getting lots of quality swimming time over five consecutive days. Intensive lessons are a fantastic way to accelerate progress, and at just £20 for the entire week, this is exceptional value.
Spaces are limited and are expected to fill quickly!

👉 Book your place here:
https://www.finsswimmingclubshop.org/product/summergroupsv2v3

Discounted Course Alert! This half term, give your child the gift of swimming with our 5-Day Intensive Summer Swimming Course from July 27th to 31st at Farnborough Hill School! Perfect for kids aged 5 and up, from complete beginners to Swim England Stage 7, this course is all about building confiden...

15/06/2026

💙 Drowning Prevention Week. Speak Up. Be a Mate. It could save a life. 💙

As the weather gets warmer, more teenagers head to rivers, lakes, canals and the coast to cool off. What starts as a laugh, a dare, or a "go on, it'll be fine" can change lives in seconds.

🌊 The truth is:
⚠️ You can't see what's beneath the water.
🥶 Cold water shock can affect anyone – even strong swimmers.
🛟 Inflatables are not safe in open water.
👊 Real friends don't pressure each other into taking risks.

Being a good mate isn't joining in – it's speaking up.

If something doesn't feel right, say something:
🗣️ "Nah, it's not worth it."

And if someone gets into trouble:
📞 Phone 999
🛟 Float – encourage them to float on their back
🎯 Throw something that floats – don't jump in after them

One moment. One decision. One conversation could save a life.

Find out more and help spread the message by visiting RLSS UK's Speak Up. Be a Mate campaign.

11/06/2026

🛟 Drowning Prevention Week starts this weekend 🛟

This year, Drowning Prevention Week feels especially close to home.

Following the heartbreaking loss of a local teenager at Hawley Lake in May, we are reminded that water can be unpredictable and that these tragedies can happen to anyone. Our thoughts remain with their family, friends and everyone affected.

At Fins Swimming Club, we are proud to support the Royal Life Saving Society UK - RLSS UK and communities across the country in raising awareness of water safety and helping to prevent drowning.

Some sobering facts:

💙 40 children drowned in England in 2024.
💙 88% of child drownings happened when there was no adult supervision.
💙 84% of child open water drownings occurred inland, in places such as lakes, rivers and canals.
💙 71% of child drownings happened between May and August.
💙 83% of accidental drowning victims were male.
💙 On average, 723 people drown each year across the UK and Ireland.
💙 For every drowning, there are many more near-drownings, often resulting in life-changing injuries.

Throughout next week, every one of our swimming lessons will include a dedicated water safety session. Swimmers will learn how to recognise hazards around water, make safe choices, what to do if they or someone else gets into difficulty, and the importance of the lifesaving advice: Stop and Think, Stay Together, and Float. We believe these conversations and skills are just as important as learning to swim and could one day help save a life.

Learning to swim is an important life skill, but it's only one part of staying safe around water. Understanding the risks of open water, knowing what to do in an emergency, and making safe choices can save lives.

Please take a few moments this week to talk to your children, family and friends about water safety. One conversation really could make all the difference.

Drowning Prevention Week has been running for over ten years, aiming to educate as many people as possible about water safety and prevent future drownings. The week‑long campaign is one of the largest summer water safety initiatives across the UK and Ireland, and in 2026 it aims to reach even more...

02/06/2026

☀️🏊‍♀️ SUMMER HOLIDAY INTENSIVE SWIMMING LESSONS ARE NOW OPEN FOR BOOKING! 🏊‍♂️☀️

Looking for a fun and productive way to spend the summer holidays? 🌊💦 Our popular Summer Holiday Intensive Lessons are back and spaces are filling fast! 🎉

Whether you're looking to build water confidence, improve technique, master a new skill, or boost progress before the new term, we've got something for everyone! 🌟

🐠 Courses available include:
🏊 Group Intensive Lessons
👩‍🏫 1:1 Private Lessons
👫 1:2 Shared Lessons
👶 Lessons for younger swimmers
🏅 Stages for all abilities
🏊‍♀️ Adult Swimming Lessons in 1:1 or 1:2
🏊 Discounted course as part of teacher training!

✨ Suitable for ages from 3+ and all abilities
✨ Expert, friendly instructors
✨ Small class sizes
✨ A fantastic way to make rapid progress over the holidays!
✨ New members welcome!

📅 Don't miss out – summer courses are always extremely popular!

👇 View all available courses and book your place here:
https://www.finsswimmingclubshop.org/Summer_Holiday_Crash_Courses/cat1785835_4698678.aspx

🌞💙 Make this summer one to remember and help your swimmer become safer, stronger and more confident in the water! 💙🌞

28/05/2026

☀️ SUMMER WATER SAFETY ☀️

With all this warm weather, more children and families will be spending time around water. Please remember — not all water is safe for swimming. Staying water aware can save lives 💙

✅ SAFE PLACES TO SWIM:
🏊 Supervised swimming pools
🏖️ Lifeguarded beaches
🌊 Designated open water swimming areas with supervision

⚠️ EXTRA DANGERS IN OPEN WATER:

🌊 Rivers
• Strong currents can pull even strong swimmers under
• Water may be deeper than it looks
• Hidden objects and slippery banks can cause injuries

🚤 Canals
• Very cold water can cause shock
• Steep sides make it difficult to climb out
• Hidden debris and boats create extra hazards

🏞️ Lakes & Reservoirs
• Sudden drop-offs and deep water
• Cold temperatures even on hot days
• Muddy bottoms can trap feet

🌊 The Sea
• Rip currents and changing tides
• Large waves and strong undertows
• Inflatable toys can drift out quickly

🚨 IF SOMEONE GETS INTO TROUBLE:
❌ Do NOT jump in after them

✅ Call 999 immediately and ask for:
• Coastguard at the beach/sea
• Fire & Rescue for inland water

✅ Shout reassurance and encourage them to float on their back

✅ Throw something that floats if possible:
• Lifebuoy
• Rope
• Floatation aid

💡 Remember:
• Children should always be supervised near water
• Never swim alone
• Cold water shock can affect anyone — even strong swimmers
• Teach children to respect water and know the risks

Stay safe, enjoy the sunshine, and make smart choices around water this summer ☀️💦

21/05/2026

🏊‍♂️ We’re so proud to have delivered school swimming lessons for St Bernadette’s School! 🏊‍♀️

At Fins, we believe every child deserves the best possible swimming experience in a safe, supportive environment. That’s why we provide:

✅ Small class sizes for more individual attention
✅ A secure private environment with no public swimming sessions
✅ Free feedback forms to keep parents updated on progress
✅ Free certificates to celebrate every achievement

It’s fantastic to have seen the children building confidence, learning vital water safety skills, and enjoying their time in the pool each week! 🌊✨

20/05/2026

🌟 A little Tuesday evening goodbye post for our lovely Michele 🌟

After spending so many Tuesdays helping our swimmers grow in confidence and skill, our wonderful teacher Michele has decided to step away from teaching on Tuesdays so she can enjoy more precious time with her family ❤️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

We are so grateful for all the care, patience, laughter, and encouragement she has given to our swimmers over the years 🏊‍♀️💙 This beautiful card says it all — she has truly made such a special impact 🥹🌹

The good news is Michele isn’t going far — she’ll still be teaching on Saturdays, so she’ll very much remain part of the Fins family 💙🐠

We’re also excited that our fabulous teachers Emma and Georgia will be taking over her Tuesday classes and continuing the fun and progress in the pool 🌊✨

Please join us in wishing Michele lots of happiness, family time, and continued fun at Fins 💐❤️

19/05/2026

🌊 Dive into Adventure – 3-Week Introduction to Diving Course! 🌊

Is your child ready to take their swimming skills to the next level? Our exclusive 3-week Introduction to Diving Course is perfect for young swimmers who have achieved Stage 5 and are eager to explore the exciting world of diving!

📍 Location: Farnborough Hill School
👦👧 Ages: 8–14 (Stage 5 swimmers only)

✨ Course Highlights:
✅ 3-week intensive diving lessons
✅ Small group sizes for personalised coaching
✅ Focus on diving basics, water safety & FUN!
✅ Confidence-building through tailored drills & playful challenges

🗓 Course Dates:
Course 3: 8th, 15th & 22nd June 2026
Course 4: 29th June, 6th & 13th July 2026

👒 What to bring: Swimming hat (required). Goggles not to be worn. No extra equipment needed.

💙 Not already a Fins Swimming Club member? Just add £5 membership and receive a FREE swimming hat on your first visit!

📩 Spaces are limited – contact us today to secure your child’s spot and watch them make a splash!

Or book now through our online shop:
https://www.finsswimmingclubshop.org/product/divingcourse