We Come to You
Covering Your Area
SwimFitz serves Barnet, Finchley, Mill Hill, East Barnet, New Barnet, Arkley, Whetstone, Golders Green and the surrounding area. North London's spacious homes and generous gardens make it ideal territory for private pool coaching — and Brian covers all of it.
Not sure if we cover you? Enquire anyway — if you have a private pool we will almost certainly reach you. Get in touch →
Barnet in Depth
Barnet
In Detail.
Barnet and the EN catchment is one of our consistent north London areas. The substantial family homes across Totteridge, Hadley Wood, Arkley and the streets either side of Wood Street typically have garden pools, indoor pools, or both — and demand for in-home one-to-one coaching is steady year-round.
Postcodes Covered
Streets and areas we routinely serve in this catchment: Barnet, High Barnet, Hadley Wood, Totteridge, Whetstone, Arkley, Cockfosters borders and Mill Hill borders.
Getting to you. Nearest stations and routes: High Barnet, Totteridge & Whetstone and Cockfosters on the Northern and Piccadilly lines, with Hadley Wood and New Barnet on the Great Northern line. Our coaches travel with full equipment so the journey itself does not add to your cost.
Nearby SwimFitz Areas
Families with a second pool or family member in any of these nearby areas can be managed under one booking relationship with the same coach.
The Private Advantage
Why Private Every Time
100% Focus
Your Swimmer Only
Every second of every session is focused on one person. No waiting, no distractions, no shared attention. Progress is measurably faster than any group class.
Your Pool
No Commute, No Crowds
Brian comes to you. No chlorine-heavy public pools, no changing room queues, no strangers. Just expert coaching in the privacy of your own home.
Real Results
Progress in 3–5 Sessions
Most clients see measurable improvement within their first block of lessons. Whether it's a nervous child or an adult wanting to improve technique — private coaching delivers.
What We Teach
Lessons For Every Age
From 6 Months
Baby Swimming
Gentle water confidence for babies with a parent in the pool. Breath control, floating and a love of water from the very start.
Ages 3+
Children's Lessons
Swim England Learn to Swim pathway, delivered at your child's pace with 100% focus and verbal progress update after every session.
All Abilities
Adult Lessons
Non-swimmers, nervous adults or experienced swimmers wanting to improve technique. Total privacy and a completely bespoke approach.
Competitive
Triathlon Coaching
Open water strategy, freestyle efficiency and breathing drills for triathletes. Cut your swim times and enter the water with a clear race plan.
Your Coach
Meet Brian FitzGerald.
Brian has spent over 30 years coaching swimmers of every age and ability — from babies in their first dip to competitive triathletes. He brings that depth of expertise directly to your Barnet pool.
Every lesson is bespoke, every session includes verbal progress updates, and Brian is on hand for any questions between lessons.
What Clients Say
Trusted by North London Families.
“My daughter went from terrified of water to swimming confidently in just 8 lessons. Having Brian come to our pool made all the difference — no distractions, total focus. We can't recommend him highly enough.”
“As an adult who never learned to swim properly, I was nervous about starting. Brian was patient, professional and entirely effective. Within 6 sessions I was swimming lengths confidently — results I had honestly stopped believing were possible.”
Transparent Pricing
Clear, Simple Pricing.
What's included
Everything You Need.
There are no hidden charges. Your fee covers the complete lesson — Brian arrives fully equipped and focused entirely on your swimmer for the full duration.
The Process
Getting Started.
Submit Your Enquiry
Fill in the short form — takes under 2 minutes. Tell us about your swimmer, your pool location and preferred days. No commitment required at this stage.
Brian Replies Within 24 Hours
Usually the same day. Brian will confirm availability in your area, answer any questions and arrange your first lesson date and time directly with you.
Your Coach Arrives
Brian comes to your Barnet pool fully equipped and ready. First lesson begins with a brief assessment so every session is built around your swimmer's specific needs.
Common Questions
Barnet FAQ.
Ready to Book in Barnet?
Expert coaching at your pool. Brian replies within 24 hours.