---
title: Premier Swimming Lessons in the UK
description: Expert swimming lessons tailored for all ages and abilities in Cheltenham, Blakeney, and Gloucester. Flexible scheduling and personalized coaching.
image: https://www.swimdesignspace.com/hubfs/swim-design-space.png
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- [Swim Lessons](https://www.swimdesignspace.com/)
  
    - [Adult lessons](https://www.swimdesignspace.com/adult-lessons)
    - [Kids Lessons](https://www.swimdesignspace.com/kids-lessons)
- [Training](https://www.swimdesignspace.com/)
  
    - [RLSS](https://www.swimdesignspace.com/lifeguard-and-swimming-teacher-qualifications)
- [Lane Swimming](https://www.swimdesignspace.com/)
  
    - [Sir Thomas Rich’s School](https://www.swimdesignspace.com/lane-swimming-gloucester)
- [About](https://www.swimdesignspace.com/)
  
    - [About Us](https://www.swimdesignspace.com/about)
    - [Blog](https://www.swimdesignspace.com/blog)
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Swimming lessons for children and adults across Gloucestershire and Wales

# Empowering everyone to enjoy swimming for life

At Swim Design Space, our mission is to make swimming accessible and enjoyable for everyone, regardless of their background or experience level. We believe that swimming is not just a sport but a vital life skill that promotes health and well-being. Our programs are designed to empower individuals, build confidence, and encourage a lifelong love for the water.

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## Hear from our Customers

I can't recommend this place enough! My children were initially terrified of the water, but the instructors here are amazing. With their patience and skill, my kids not only overcame their fear but are now confident swimmers!

**Heather Noble**

I joined being able to swim, but not properly. The lessons were geared to my specific requirements and not following a set sequence of tasks. The lessons were Challenging but fun and relaxed. All the instructors are highly qualified and very responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend them, whatever your level of swimming ability.

**Tom Kelsey**

After years of only being able to swim breast stroke, I decided to seek out a trainer that could help me learn the crawl/free stroke. Jan welcomed me with open arms and has helped grow my confidence as I try to change how I swim and breathe!

**Karen Campbell**

The instructors are so kind and patient. After just three lessons here my kids are already doing front crawl (or ‘rocket arms’!) with good technique. The classes are small- just three in a group, so each child really gets focused attention and positive feedback. Honestly, worth every penny.

**Sarah Carroll**

We have been swimming with Janice for a year now and her small personalised classes have really helped our daughter to move through the swimming stages with ease. She is an excellent teacher and my daughter enjoys all her classes and looks forward to them weekly.

**Steph Mogford**

Jan and her team are amazing swimming instructor experts. As an adult who hasn't had any previous experience about swimming and may sometimes feel overwhelmed about it, Jan and the team have helped build my water confidence level and swimming skills whilst making the experience all fun and enjoyable.

**Nii Armah**

## Enrol Today and Dive In

Sign up for swimming lessons today and take the first step toward becoming a confident, capable swimmer. Whether you want to refine your technique, build endurance, or simply enjoy the water, we’re here to help you reach your goals.

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**Address:** Eagle Tower, Montpellier Dr, Cheltenham, GL50 1TA, United Kingdom

**Email:** [contactus@swimdesignspace.com](mailto:contactus@swimdesignspace.com)

**Phone:** [+44 1242 569030](tel:+441242569030)

**Company Registration Number:** 13710137

**VAT Number:** 469 1699 34

## About

- [About Us](https://www.swimdesignspace.com/about)
- [Kids Lessons](https://www.swimdesignspace.com/kids-lessons)
- [Adult Lessons](https://www.swimdesignspace.com/adult-lessons)
- [Terms & Conditions](https://www.swimdesignspace.com/hubfs/terms.pdf)
- [Welfare and Safeguarding](https://www.swimdesignspace.com/hubfs/welfare-and-safeguarding.pdf)

## Shop

- [Swimming Caps](https://shop.swimdesignspace.com/collections/swimming-caps?utm_source=swimdesignspace.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=site-footer)
- [Swimming Goggles](https://shop.swimdesignspace.com/collections/swim-goggles?utm_source=swimdesignspace.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=site-footer)
- [Water Confidence](https://shop.swimdesignspace.com/collections/water-confidence-training?utm_source=swimdesignspace.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=site-footer)
- [Training Gear](https://shop.swimdesignspace.com/collections/swim-training-gear?utm_source=swimdesignspace.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=site-footer)

## Get In Touch

- [Contact Us](https://www.swimdesignspace.com/contact)
- [Book a Class](https://swim-design-space.soak.ly/#/bookings/questionnaire)
- [contactus@swimdesignspace.com](mailto:contactus@swimdesignspace.com)

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