1-2-1 Swimming Lessons
A great place to take on the water and learn to swim
Amazing 1-2-1 teaching with our experienced teachers
Whether you are just starting out or trying to improve, our teachers at Cheltenham Lido can help you.
We understand that everyone has different abilities, and our teachers will work with you to improve on specific skills and fitness.
Book a 1-2-1 lesson with Dom
I am a qualified teacher with many years experience in Gloucestershire schools – Having retired from ‘the classroom’ I transferred my knowledge and skills to the sport I have always loved, swimming! I now focus teaching skills to ensure swimmers make progress.
I love swimming teaching because It’s a life skill, and a sport that is truly accessible for all ages and all abilities. I enjoy making a difference and ensuring people make progress and enjoy seeing their confidence grow and their skills and knowledge improve.
My favourite stroke is front crawl as it’s so good for fitness, but breaststroke will always be up there – supportive and rhythmic and of course helps with lifesaving backstroke!
Book a 1-2-1 lesson with Pip
I have extensive experience working with swimmers of all ages and abilities, from complete beginners to competitive athletes, including toddlers through to older adults. I strongly believe that it is never too late to learn to swim—whether the goal is to build confidence in the water or to refine and improve technique.
Alongside my coaching, I am also a primary school teacher, which has given me valuable expertise in supporting children’s learning and development. This background enables me to deliver clear, engaging instruction while adapting to individual learning styles.
My coaching approach is highly personalised, with each lesson tailored to suit the needs and goals of the swimmer. I have coached both teenagers and adults to improve confidence, enhance technique, and develop speed—whether for competitive preparation or to build overall swimming ability.
Book a 1-2-1 lesson with Ant
Hello Swimmers,
Anthony Davies is a highly experienced swimming and water polo coach with over 50 years of continuous teaching and coaching at all levels of the sport. Throughout his distinguished career, he has worked extensively across Cheltenham, including running his own successful swim school, delivering programmes within local authority facilities, and teaching in many of the area’s leading independent schools.
Anthony’s coaching philosophy centres on developing strong, technically sound stroke mechanics while fostering a genuine enjoyment and lifelong love of swimming. He believes that confidence in the water and correct technique go hand in hand, forming the foundation for both recreational swimmers and competitive athletes alike.
His coaching experience spans junior, senior, and masters levels, and he has played a significant role in the development of numerous high-performing swimmers, including several who have gone on to compete at Olympic level. His depth of knowledge, patience, and commitment to each individual swimmer have earned him a reputation as a respected swim teacher.
Anthony’s long-standing connection with Cheltenham Lido and its vibrant community has brought him back for the 2026 season, where he looks forward to continuing to share his expertise and passion with swimmers of all ages and abilities.
