Swim like water was
meant to carry you.
Established in 2015, Water Ways has spent 11 years inspiring children across Swansea and the Llanelli area to love swimming. Our lessons combine expert coaching with a fun, supportive environment where every child can grow in confidence and enjoy being in the water.
Swim Wales qualified
Full team of professional instructors
About the coach
Every stroke tells a
story. Let's rewrite yours.
At Water Ways Ysgol Nofio, our swimmers are guided by a full team of professional, Swim Wales qualified instructors — led by swim coordinator Alicia. From adult-and-child bubbles classes to advanced stroke technique, every coach on our poolside brings years of teaching experience, safeguarding training and a genuinely warm, patient approach.
Our philosophy is simple: efficient swimmers aren't stronger — they're calmer. Whether it's a nervous first splash or a confident young athlete polishing all four strokes, you'll be matched with the right instructor for the right stage.
Programs
Pick your lane
Private 1:1
Full attention. Stroke video review, breath work, race prep.
- 60-min sessions
- Video analysis
- Custom drills
Small Group
2–4 swimmers, matched by ability. Community, cost-effective.
- Peer pacing
- Weekly progress
- Race simulation
Learn-to-Swim
Ages 4+. Gentle water introduction and stroke fundamentals.
- Fear-free method
- Parent updates
- Skill milestones
Summer Crash Course · Maes-Y-Coed
Water Ways classes
Unsure which class fits your child? Contact Alicia on 07793 591430 before booking.
Bubbles 1/2 — Adult & Child
3 mths – 23 mths
Immerse yourself in a world of aquatic adventure and family bonding. Start your child's swimming journey through our popular Adult and Child lessons.
Summer Crash Course
Mon 17 Aug – Fri 21 Aug 2026
Maes-Y-Coed · 9:30am – 10:00am
Bubbles 3/4 — Adult & Child
2 yrs – 4 yrs
For children with confidence in the water but who still need adult company. Bond with your child and help them get happy in the water before swimming alone.
Summer Crash Course
Mon 17 Aug – Fri 21 Aug 2026
Maes-Y-Coed · 9:00am – 9:30am
Splash 3 — Advanced
3 yrs – 4 yrs
For young swimmers with lots of confidence, able to move unaided for ½m. Also for children moving from Adult & Child to teacher-led classes for the first time. Unsure of your class? Contact Alicia: 07793 591430.
Summer Crash Course
Mon 17 Aug – Fri 21 Aug 2026
Maes-Y-Coed · 10:00am – 10:30am
Splash 4 — Beginners
4 yrs – 7 yrs
For non-swimmers with no experience in the water, or children with little confidence. Unsure of your class? Contact Alicia: 07793 591430.
Summer Crash Course
Mon 17 Aug – Fri 21 Aug 2026
Maes-Y-Coed · 10:00am – 10:30am
Splash 4/5
4 yrs – 15 yrs
For confident non-swimmers and swimmers with some confidence, swimming up to 5m. Not sure if your class? Before booking please contact Alicia: 07793 591430.
Summer Crash Course
Mon 17 Aug – Fri 21 Aug 2026
Maes-Y-Coed · 10:00am – 10:30am
Splash 6 / Wave 1 — Intermediate
4 yrs – 15 yrs
Can swim 10m. Starting to learn stroke techniques with aids.
Summer Crash Course
Mon 17 Aug – Fri 21 Aug 2026
Maes-Y-Coed · 10:30am – 11:00am
Wave 3/4/5
4 yrs – 15 yrs
For very confident swimmers who can swim up to 10m in all four strokes — front crawl, backstroke, butterfly and breaststroke. Not sure of your class? Before booking please contact Alicia: 07793 591430.
Summer Crash Course
Mon 17 Aug – Fri 21 Aug 2026
Maes-Y-Coed · 10:30am – 11:00am
In their words
Swimmers who stayed
"Dropped 4 seconds off my 100 free in eight weeks. Marcus sees things video coaches miss."
Amelia R.
Masters swimmer
"My daughter went from crying at the pool to swimming full laps. Patient, structured, kind."
David T.
Parent
"Finally understand what 'high elbow catch' actually feels like. Life-changing coaching."
Priya K.
Triathlete
Behind the scenes
Come on a poolside tour and see how drown prevention is taught the fun way.
Water is brilliant — but only when we understand it. In this short walkthrough, Coach Alicia shows you exactly how our warm, shallow pool becomes a confidence playground, where every child learns the skills that keep them safe while they splash, laugh, and grow.
From the first "ready, go" to independent floating, we turn safety into a game your child will love. Because the best swimmers are not just fast — they are water-smart.
Ready when you are.
Tap the calendar in the bottom-right to see live availability. Or ask Coach Alicia anything.
Reserve your lane
July 2026
Coach Alicia
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