Star Splash Academy

Lessons & Pathway

A journey through the water.

Every swimmer is assessed to join the most suitable level, and moves up when they have the confidence, ability and skills to succeed at the next stage, never just because a set number of weeks have passed.

1

Water Confidence

Ages 3+ · new or nervous swimmers

Fun, play-based classes for children new to the water. Splashing, blowing bubbles, safe entries and exits, floating with support, building trust and enjoyment first.

Outcome → A happy swimmer who feels safe in the water.

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2

Beginner

Comfortable in water, ready for first skills

First independent steps: streamline position, front and back kicking, floating unaided, rolling front to back and short confident swims.

Outcome → Floats and kicks independently over short distances.

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3

Foundation

Swims short distances independently

The basic movements of every stroke: front crawl and back crawl arm actions, breaststroke kick, breathing technique and coordination.

Outcome → Foundations of all four strokes in place.

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A young swimmer kicking with a red kickboard while their teacher swims alongside
4

Intermediate

Confident with basic strokes

Coordinating front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke while building stamina, deep-water confidence and longer distances.

Outcome → Swims longer distances with coordinated technique.

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A swimmer practising front crawl as their teacher watches from the water
5

Advanced

Strong all-round swimmers

Our highest learn-to-swim level. Refining all strokes, turns, dives, efficiency, speed and stamina, preparation for Star Squad.

Outcome → An efficient, squad-ready swimmer.

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6

Star Squad

Max 6 per squad

Junior · ages 9–11

Swimming fitness, junior lifeguard skills, water safety education, team challenges and games, with confidence and leadership at the core.

Senior · ages 12–16

Endurance and fitness alongside rescue techniques, lifesaving skills and leadership, preparing for Water Safety Ireland qualifications.

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Water Safety & Beyond

The journey doesn’t end with strokes. Swimmers can continue into nationally recognised Water Safety Ireland pathways, from first awards to teaching the next generation.

  • Water Safety Awards
  • Rescue Awards
  • Junior Lifeguard
  • Lifeguard
  • Assistant Swim Teacher
  • Full Swim Teacher
A swimmer performing a reach rescue with a ring buoy while an instructor supervises from the poolside

Adult Swimming

It’s never too late to learn.

Whether you’re learning to swim for the first time or improving your fitness, our adult lessons provide a supportive, welcoming environment, max four per class.

Two adults swimming front crawl in adjacent lanes at the Talbot Hotel pool

Adult Beginner

Little or no experience, or returning after many years. Confidence, overcoming fear, and essential swimming and water-safety skills in a relaxed environment.

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Adult Intermediate

Comfortable in the water and able to swim short distances, improving technique, breathing, efficiency and confidence across strokes.

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Adult Advanced

Experienced swimmers refining technique, building fitness and endurance, and working towards personal distance and fitness goals.

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Private Lessons

One instructor, your goals.

Personalised 1:1, 2:1 or 3:1 instruction for children and adults, learning to swim, improving technique, preparing for an assessment, or building confidence at your own pace.

One-to-One€27.50 per lesson
Two-to-One€44 per lesson · €22 pp
Three-to-One€55.50 per lesson · €18.50 pp

Term pricing at a glance

Group lesson (max 4)
€17.50 / lesson
Autumn Term · 13 weeks
€227.50 / swimmer
Swim assessment
15 (off term fees)
Payment
Full term at booking
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