Custom Swim Programs, Right in Your Backyard
Whether you prefer the dedicated attention of a solo lesson or the fun of a small group session, we bring expert coaching right to your pool, when it suits you!
Backyard Focus
Solo lesson 1- on - 1
Accelerate your swimming progress with a dedicated, one-on-one private lesson tailored entirely to your goals — delivered right in the comfort of your own pool. Perfect for: Tailored Skill Mastering: Focus intensely on mastering a specific swimming technique or milestone. Overcoming Water Fears: Build confidence at your own pace in a gentle, supportive, and familiar environment. Advanced Stroke Refinement: Fine-tune your stroke mechanics, breathing patterns, and efficiency. Inclusive Learning: An ideal, low-distraction option uniquely tailored for swimmers with learning difficulties.
Backyard Bubbles Age 6mth - 3 yrs
Small Groups (3-5)
Structured for groups of 3–5 little ones, focussing on water confidence with a parent in the pool to support each child. Perfect for siblings or neighbourhood friends who are around the same level. Program Highlights: Parent in the Pool: A grown-up stays in the water so every child has familiar support while they explore. Confidence Through Play: Kids grow their water confidence together, cheering each other on and learning through play. Same-Level Groups: Small groups of 3–5 keep the session calm, social, and matched to similar ages and ability.
Backyard Ripples Age 3 - 6 yrs
Small Groups (3-5)
Structured for groups of 3-5 young swimmers, focussing on a confident transition rto independant swimming without a parent in the pool. Perfect for preschoolers or young friends ready to build water independence and essential safety skills with their peers. Program Highlights: Water Safety First: Essential skills including safe submersion, breath control, and indepenent recovery. Core Fundamentals: Building a strong foundation for independent kicking, floating, and early stroke mechanics. Imaginative Coaching: Fun, visual, and playful prompts designed to keep young minds engaged and excited to learn.
Backyard Waves Age 7 - 12 yrs
Small Groups (3-5)
Structured for groups of 3-5 school-aged kids, focussing on building strong, independent, and confident swimming skills right in your backyard pool. Perfect for older kids or classmates looking to master stroke technique and water safety together in a familiar setting. Program Highlights: Stroke Development: Freestyle, backstroke, and early breaststroke with cleaner mechanics and stronger kick. Endurance & Breath Control: Longer swims, timed rest, and rhythmic breathing so they stay comfortable in deeper water. Water Safety: Treading, safe entries, and recovering independently without a parent in the pool.
Preparing For Your First Lesson
What You Need: Swimwear: Comfortable, well-fitting swimwear. Towel: Large, dry towel for after the lesson. Goggles: Well-fitted swimming goggles to encourage submersion. Sun Protection: Waterproof sunscreen (applied 20 minutes before), plus a hat and swim rash. Water Bottle: Filled with fresh water to stay hydrated. Swim Nappy: Only if child is still toilet training.
What We Provide: Training Aids: Kickboards, pull buoys, and noodles tailored to early swimmers. Imaginative Play Toys: Fun floating and sinking toys, and visual prompts for interactive games. Certified Instructors: Fully qualified swimming instructors for ages 6 months to adults who are fully accredited in First Aid and CPR, including the extension component of Child First Aid to handle any pool-side situation with confidence. Working with Children Checks in both NSW and VIC. Fully insured for complete protection in your home pool. Safety and Emergency Preparedness: Fully stocked first aid kit: Always poolside and ready for any minor bumps or scrapes. Dedicated emergency phone: A fully charged mobile phone kept poolside at all times, specifically designated for rapid emergency contact if required.
Learn to Swim Program
Nuturing gentle introductions to the water that build foundational breath control and early floating confidence in a supportive environment.
Stroke development
Building freestyle and backstroke technique with drills that actually stick.
Essential Water Safety Skills
Empowering children with vital survival floats and safe entry techniques. We build real-world water confidence to give families complete peace of mind.
Programs for All Skill Levels
Meeting every swimmer exactly where they are - guiding nervous first-timers into confident lap swimmers through tailored instruction.
Tailored to Your Goals
Customised lesson plans designed explicity around your swimmer, your pool, and your family's priorities.
Adaptive Support
Empathetic coaching tailored for children who benefit from a patient approach, extra time, or specialised guidance.
Backyard pool questions, answered
Ready when you are? Let's talk lessons.
Have questions about our programs, skill levels, or schedules? Email us with anything you'd like to know about what we offer, and we will help find the perfect fit for your swimmer.