September 11, 2022 by Dave Allen on Shark Squad
“ Easily the best swim school we have found. Our two kids love Shark squad and their development since starting has been incredible. The instructors keep the children active the whole session and I can’t recommend them highly enough. Thanks Becky, Holly, Matt, Paul, Oli and anyone else I’ve missed out for doing such an awesome job ”February 25, 2021 by Carly Louise on Shark Squad
“ Great new swim school starting end of April 2019. Family run and lots of fun! ”by Kathryn Sauven on Shark Squad
“ Shark squad is a very special swim school. It is friendly, fun and my children are improving fast. Totally different approach to a conventional swim school, they make swimming fun and something my boys love. So glad they were recommended to me by a friend. The teachers are totally engaged and committed, you can tell they are really enjoying themselves too and this makes it a lovely atmosphere. Couldn't be without it! ”by Chris Bartlett on Shark Squad
“ Amazing, fun and engaging for the kids, making the learning focused and fun, has made my children learn so much more than the standard regimented way of most swimming schools. The shark squad team are a great bunch and understand every level of ability and work to the strengths and weaknesses of the kids. Highly recommended. ”by Jennie Peters on Shark Squad
“ Our boys love their swimming lessons, we'd definitely recommend Shark Squad. The team are brilliant - good fun and fantastic with children. I'm impressed how the teachers are in the pool rather than on the side, and there are so many of them, some weeks teacher to student ratio can be 1:1. ”by Lorraine Mostafa on Shark Squad
“ My daughter really enjoys her lessons at Shark Squad. She is a bit nervous at timrs and has had a few wobbles but the team put her at ease and are very patient. I like that isn't put under any pressure to meet specific targets, it's all about water confidence and enjoyment! I have started their adult lessons. It's a skill that i have wanted to learn for some time but, as someone who had a bad experience in a swimming pool years ago, I haven't liked, felt safe or confident in or around water. When Shark Squad announced they were doing adult lessons I thought, it's now or never, and I am so glad I took the plunge (pardon the pun!). Zoe has been great, helping me build my confidence in the water and getting me started! I now feel more confident in the water and am excited to see my progress! ”by Karen Blanch on Shark Squad
“ Shark squad have given my daughter so much encouragement. It’s great that the children are taught not only by experienced instructors but also young adults who are all enthusiastic, friendly and so so patient. There are always lots of instructors so the children can progress at their own pace. The club has a real family atmosphere and everyone is clearly passionate about making swimming lessons as they should be - fun. Can’t thank them enough for all of the encouragement they have given my daughter. ”by Nick Westwood on Shark Squad
“ Shark Squad has been a wonderful experience for my two children. They were both complete newbies and now have so much more water confidence. Becky and Holly have been an incredible influence on my kids, encouraging and supporting them every step of the way. The class is fun, instructional and my kids really look forward to their weekly class. Credit has to go also to the young staff who are great with the kids too. ”by Samantha Tedder on Shark Squad
“ Shark Squad have been amazing working with my stepson who was very nervous of water, he wouldn't put his face or head in and now he is. He is so much more confident and doing these things now with the encouragement of the teachers and setting him homework of trying it in the bath, to help him. He loves it so much he always asked to stay for the next class. They make the lessons so much fun for the kids. Massive thank you everyone. I would definitely recommend for anyone who is looking for swimming lessons. ”by Lisa Garment on Shark Squad
“ My children both love their swimming lessons! Their confidence in the water is improving week by week. The instructors are so enthusiastic and welcoming - really know their stuff. They teach with patience and operate in a really safe and warm environment where your child’s every need is catered for. Often there is more than one instructor in each class to help focus the children and give them the time they need. ”by Hannah Maxwell on Shark Squad
“ Swimming is a life skill, and Shark Squad coaches teach in a way that is fun and engaging with patients and enthusiasm. My son was nervous in the water, and within a few weeks, he was confident to swim with his head under the water. Every week, he asks how long it is until ‘Swimming Day’. ”by Stacey Wilson on Shark Squad
“ Amazing swim school, Becky and all the swim instructors are really lovely, really committed and excellent at teaching the children. My girls have come so far in the swim school too, really impressed with the swimming lessons and encouragement too, we would not go anywhere else!! ”by Amanda Attwood on Shark Squad
“ Fantastic swim School. Cannot recommend highly enough. Our children quickly grew in confidence and love going every week. The teachers are so enthusiastic and engaged with the children. The ratio of children to teachers is perfect. ”by Asia Aldridge on Shark Squad
“ Shark Squad operates like one big happy family! All the instructors are very passionate about swimming and are full of great energy and fun ideas to help keep children engaged during lessons. Our little girl has grown in confidence and that is down to the wonderful coaching she receives during every lesson. I’d full heartedly recommend! ”by Lisa Denham on Shark Squad
“ What an amazing swim school! My two boys have improved more here in two months than they ever did at their previous swim school (which they attended for 4 years!). Small classes and lots of swim instructors for every child to receive the best support. Amazing and friendly staff, can’t fault it in any way. ”by Anya Hyndside on Shark Squad
“ Shark squad is wonderful! Both my boys love it and the team who do the teaching make it all so fun. The young people who work with the children are brilliant too :-) ”by Phil Davenport on Shark Squad
“ Highly recommend. Lovely atmosphere, teachers in the water with the kids, all the team are friendly and approachable. Our son loves his lessons. And if all the great teaching wasn’t enough, our son received a hand delivered Christmas card, with chocolate coins inside - such a lovely touch. Thanks so much Becky and Co. ”by Marie Hill Pemberton on Shark Squad
“ I cannot give this amazing group of people enough praise. They are amazing with both of my children and they always make every lesson fun for the kids. I feel very lucky that my boys are part of the shark squad 🦈 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A special thank you to Becky for being the best!!! ”by Annie Smith on Shark Squad
“ I really rate Shark Squad - the fact that they always have so many instructors in the water with the kids (rather than all yelling from the side) really builds confidence and they can demo techniques brilliantly. My almost eight year old really looks up to his teenage instructors - they're very kind and know how to talk to little kids in a way that inspires them to try. Because the water is deep at Archway, the kids get to give diving a go at the end of sessions. Highly rated! ”by Aimee Batt on Shark Squad
“ My two children love swimming with shark squad. They are always very patient with what them and gently encourage to build their confidence. The staff are all great and even though a lot of them are very young, they are clearly well trained and really good at managing the kids. The groups are never too big so they always get a lot of attention and help which I think progresses then much faster! ”by Rebecca Kilmister on Shark Squad
“ A fabulous class. The team are all friendly and very helpful. What I love is that the instructors actually help in the water with the children, making the children feel they are safe with someone there with them every step of the way. Thank you Shark Squad . 😊 ”by Lucy Daniels on Shark Squad
“ My 2 daughters swim at shark squad, they both absolutely love it and have learnt so much. Both very water confident and progressing weekly. Beccy and the team are always on hand to answer any questions and very quick to reply to any correspondence. Highly recommend ”by Simon Fryer on Shark Squad
“ The best swimming lessons in the Stroud area. The friendly staff are brilliant. My daughter absolutely loves going to Shark Squad ”by Sarah Sullivan on Shark Squad
“ Shark Squad is a fantastic, friendly, family run swimming school, where my children have gained swimming skills and confidence and had a lot of fun along the way. ”by Gemma Cousins on Shark Squad
“ We have been coming for less than a year and amazed at the progress. Jessica started as a non swimmer and is now like a fish, she is so confident in the water it's a challenge to get her out. The staff are all so friendly and take the time to make sure each child progresses at their own pace and a gentle nudge when needed. Both my girls love coming to their swimming lessons and count down the days. ”by Claire Morse on Shark Squad
“ We have been so impressed with the Shark Squad! Both of our daughters have gone from being terrified of the water to looking forward to their swimming lessons as a weekly highlight. The instructors are kind and the groupings are flexible depending on confidence as well as ability. ”by Mike J on Shark Squad
“ Shark Squad seems like a proper swimming club, with enthusiastic, smiling teachers who encourage and clearly explain technique. The teachers - both young and adult - clearly have a passion for it, and this is reflected in the faces of the kids. My son loves it and wants to go twice a week. There’s always bustle and energy, pool and pool-side, heightened by having the parents sitting poolside, looking on eagerly. And the kids have diving practice, which is great as there are galas as well. Michael Phelps’ medal gallery might be threatened by this lot… ”by Ruth Greenwood on Shark Squad
“ I would not, in fact do not ever have any hesitation in recommending Shark Squad to anyone thinking about swimming lessons for their children. The classes are inclusive, fun and safe with great ratios of staff to kids. The Shark Squad team seem only motivated by getting the best out of the children and I can hand in heart say, our kids love their lessons. A great club that gives kids vital life skills in a family friendly environment. ”by Topbins FC on Shark Squad
“ Finally, a swim school that actually teaches your children the life saving skill of swimming whilst having fun instead of obsessing about ticking boxes, levels and badges!! A fantastic club run by a family and aimed at families. The standard of swimming is unbelievable-come and have a look, once seen you won’t go anywhere else! ”by Ify Odifin on Shark Squad
“ My kids have had a fantastic time and learnt so much in a short time ! I highly recommend. ”by Jill Bell on Shark Squad
“ These guys are AMAZING! They have a a relaxed and fun approach to swimming, the ratio of teachers and helpers to children is fantastic. Don't be fooled by how it may appear chaotic, there is some amazing learning, progress and fun going on! ”by Alex Smith on Shark Squad
“ Great friendly swim school. ”by Kay Griffiths on Shark Squad
“ Amazing team. ”