The Journey Through Rivers Swim School
We believe swimming is one of the most valuable life skills anyone can learn, and it all starts with confidence in the water. Our Swim School helps children (and adults!) progress through every stage of their swimming journey, from their very first splash to strong, confident and safety aware swimmers.
It could be your baby giggling through their first Discovery Ducklings session or your child proudly earning their first Ducklings badge, or your teen mastering lifesaving skills, each stage builds their ability, their confidence and a lifelong love for the water.
Discovery Ducklings (4 months - 3 years)
The very first step in our Swim England Learn to Swim Framework begins with Discovery Ducklings, which is designed especially for babies and toddlers.
These sessions are about more than just water play. With a parent or guardian in the water, children get used to the sights, sounds and feel of the pool in a safe and supportive environment. Led by our friendly instructors, these sessions focus on fun and bonding through songs, games and gentle water movement.
It’s amazing how quickly babies develop confidence when they’re supported by a trusted adult and an experienced teacher. Before long, they’re learning to splash, float and even kick, all while having fun!
The benefits: Early water confidence, parent/child bonding, coordination and sensory development.
Ducklings (3-4 years)
Once little ones have found their water legs, they move on to Ducklings, where they start learning more independent skills.
Parents can watch proudly from the poolside as our qualified instructors take over in the water. Sessions remain fun and engaging, but start to include early swimming techniques, floating, jumping in safely and submerging their faces.
Through the Swim England awards, children can earn up to four Duckling badges, celebrating progress at every step. These small milestones give children a huge sense of pride, and help them build the confidence to move into the Learn to Swim Stages when they start school.
The benefits: Independence, water safety awareness, basic stroke induction.
Learn to Swim Stages 1-7
At this point, the real adventure begins!
The Learn to Swim Stages follow the official Swim England framework, helping children master the fundamental skills that form the foundation for all swimming strokes.
Stages 1-2 focus on confidence and basic movement skills - this can be floating, gliding and body positioning.
Stages 3-4 introduce stroke technique for front crawl, backstroke and breastroke.
Stages 5-7 refine endurance, breathing and efficiency across all four strokes.
Each level introduces new challenges to keep children motivated, from swimming through hoops underwater to learning how to tread water. Our instructors use encouragement and praise to create a positive learning environment that keeps kids excited about coming back every week.
The benefits: Strong technique, stamina, confidence and water safety awareness.
Why Choose Rivers Swim school?
With Swim England qualified instructors, small group sizes and supportive lessons, Rivers Swim School gives every swimmer the attention they need to grow at their own pace.
Our pools at Evesham, Pershore and Droitwich Spa provide a friendly community atmosphere that helps children thrive. We offer both direct debit and block booking options, giving families flexibility that fits around busy schedules.
Parents love seeing their children’s confidence grow week by week, and our instructors take just as much pride in every badge, smile and every “I did it!” moment.
Start Your Child’s Swimming Journey with Rivers
There’s no better time to dive in!
Join our Swim School and watch your child progress from splashing to swimming, and discover the joy, confidence and life skills that come with it.
Available at Evesham Leisure Centre, Pershore Leisure Centre and Droitwich Spa Leisure Centre.
