Hertford · Hertfordshire · SG13 · SG14
Home Swimming
Lessons in Hertford.
Expert one-to-one coaching at your private pool in Hertford and the surrounding villages. The county town where the Lea, Beane and Rib meet — handsome period homes and riverside gardens, from Bengeo to Hertingfordbury. Your coach arrives fully equipped, 7 days a week, no travel supplement.
We Come to You
Covering Hertford & Beyond
SwimFitz has a strong established presence in Hertfordshire. We cover Hertford town and all surrounding villages — Bengeo, Hertingfordbury, Hertford Heath, Brickendon, Bayford and Waterford — as well as Ware just to the east. Brian travels regularly across the county; there is no additional charge for location.
Hertford is home to many spacious family properties — period townhouses near the castle and Fore Street, and detached houses with generous riverside gardens. Whether your pool is a new heated installation or a classic outdoor pool, we work in all of them.
Not in Hertford town? We cover the entire SG13 and SG14 area and many surrounding villages. Enquire with your postcode and we will confirm. Get in touch →
Hertford in Depth
Hertford
In Detail.
Hertford and the SG13/SG14 catchment is one of our most-requested east Hertfordshire areas. The substantial family homes in Bengeo, along the Hertingfordbury Road and out towards Hertford Heath and Brickendon typically have garden pools, basement indoor pools, or both — and demand for in-home one-to-one coaching here is steady year-round.
Postcodes Covered
Streets and areas we routinely serve in this catchment: Hertford town centre, Bengeo, Hertingfordbury, Hertford Heath, Brickendon, Bayford, Waterford and Ware.
Getting to you. Nearest stations and routes: Hertford North (Great Northern) and Hertford East (Greater Anglia), with the A414 and A10 for the surrounding villages. 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 minute of every lesson is dedicated to one swimmer. No group dynamics, no distractions — just expert coaching matched to your child's or your own exact needs and pace.
Your Pool
No Commute, No Faff
Brian comes directly to your Hertford home. No driving to a leisure centre, no queuing, no unfamiliar changing rooms. Coaching that slots neatly into family life.
Real Results
Progress in 3–5 Sessions
Whether it's a nervous young child, a baby taking their first dip, or an adult who never properly learned — private coaching delivers measurable results faster than any group class.
What We Teach
Lessons For Every Age
From 6 Months
Baby Swimming
Gentle water confidence with a parent in the pool. Breath control, floating and a love of water from the very beginning.
Ages 3+
Children's Lessons
Swim England Learn to Swim pathway at your child's exact pace. Full attention, structured progression and verbal feedback every session.
All Abilities
Adult Lessons
Nervous beginners through to experienced swimmers refining technique. Private, bespoke and entirely on your terms.
Competitive
Triathlon Coaching
Open water strategy, freestyle efficiency and breathing drills. Targeted coaching for triathletes wanting a stronger swim leg.
Your Coach
Meet Brian FitzGerald.
Brian has over 30 years of private coaching experience and has been working with families across Hertfordshire for many years. He knows Hertford and the surrounding villages well, understands the pools here, and treats every swimmer — from a 6-month-old baby to a nervous adult — with the same dedicated, patient approach.
Every lesson is bespoke. Every session ends with a verbal progress update. And Brian is available between lessons for any questions you have.
What Clients Say
Trusted Across Hertfordshire.
“We have three children and Brian comes to our home in Hertfordshire every week. The progress each child has made is remarkable — but what I value most is how he adapts completely to each one individually. He is an exceptional coach.”
“My daughter went from refusing to put her face in the water to swimming confidently in eight sessions. Brian has genuine talent for working with nervous children — calm, encouraging, and brilliantly effective. We wouldn't use anyone else.”
Transparent Pricing
One Price. No Extras.
What's included
Everything You Need.
£110 is the complete cost of your lesson. There are no travel supplements for Hertford or the surrounding Hertfordshire villages — Brian travels to you as part of the service. No extras, no small print.
The Process
Getting Started.
Submit Your Enquiry
Fill in the short form — under 2 minutes. Tell us about your swimmer, your pool address in Hertford or the surrounding villages, and your preferred schedule.
Brian Replies Within 24 Hours
Usually the same day. He confirms availability, answers any questions and arranges your first lesson date directly with you.
Your Coach Arrives
Brian comes to your Hertford pool fully equipped. Every first session begins with a brief swimmer assessment — everything that follows is tailored precisely to your needs.
Common Questions
Hertford FAQ.
Ready to Book in Hertford?
Expert coaching at your pool. Brian replies within 24 hours.