Our Instructors

At Waterlife Swim School, our experienced in-water swimming instructors deliver professional baby swimming lessons, toddler swimming lessons as well as children’s and adults’ swimming lessons six days a week across South London and Surrey. We are passionate about helping babies and young children build water confidence, develop essential swimming skills, and enjoy a safe, fun introduction to the water.

Fully Qualified Swimming Teachers

Every Waterlife Swim School instructor is:

• Fully Swim England (formerly ASA) or STA qualified
• DBS checked
• Fully insured
• Qualified in the National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (NRASTC), which is renewed every two years
• Experienced in teaching children & adults of all ages and abilities
• Skilled in a range of aquatic disciplines

Our instructors work alongside parents in the water, creating a calm, supportive environment where every child can learn at their own pace while developing confidence and important water safety skills.

Experienced in Teaching Children with Additional Needs

We believe that swimming should be accessible to every child. Our team has both professional and personal experience supporting babies, toddlers and children with a wide range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including:

• Down syndrome
• Autism
• Cerebral palsy
• Visual impairments, including partial sight
• Hearing impairments

Lessons are adapted to suit each child’s individual needs, ensuring they receive personalised support in a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.

Makaton-Trained Support

One of our instructors is also Makaton trained, helping to improve communication with children who benefit from signing alongside speech. This enables us to provide an even more inclusive learning experience for families who use Makaton.

Whether you’re looking for baby & toddler swimming lessons in South London, or children’s swimming classes in Surrey, or a swim school that offers inclusive teaching for children with additional needs, our experienced team is here to help every child develop confidence and a lifelong love of swimming.