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Kensington · Chelsea · W8 · SW7

Home Swimming
Lessons in Kensington.

Expert one-to-one coaching at your private pool. Babies, children and adults. Your coach comes fully equipped — 7 days a week, mornings to evenings across Kensington and Chelsea.

30+ Yrs Experience 5.0 Google Rating 1:1 Only — Always £110 / Lesson DBS & Fully Insured 7 Days a Week

We Come to You

Covering Your Area

SwimFitz serves Kensington, South Kensington, Chelsea, Holland Park, Earl's Court, Brompton, Notting Hill and the surrounding Royal Borough. Many properties in this area feature exceptional basement or garden pools — we work in all of them.

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Not sure if we cover you? Enquire anyway — if you have a private pool in the area we will almost certainly reach you. Get in touch →

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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 busy public pools, no changing room queues, no strangers. Just expert coaching in the complete privacy of your own Kensington 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 improving technique — private coaching delivers where group classes can't.

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 written progress notes after every session.

All Abilities

Adult Lessons

Non-swimmers, nervous adults or experienced swimmers wanting to refine technique. Total privacy and a completely bespoke approach in your own home.

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.

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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 Kensington or Chelsea pool.

Every lesson is bespoke, every session includes written progress notes, and Brian is on hand for any questions between lessons. This is coaching at its most personal.

STA Qualified ASA Qualified Enhanced DBS First Aid Certified Public Liability Insured
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What Clients Say

Trusted by London Families.

“Brian has been teaching our children in our pool for two years now. His patience and expertise are exceptional — both our son and daughter have come on enormously. Having him come to us makes the whole experience completely stress-free.”

— Verified Google Review

“I was terrified of water as an adult — something I'd hidden for years. Brian was completely professional and discreet. Within a handful of sessions I was actually enjoying being in the pool. Can't recommend him highly enough.”

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Transparent Pricing

Clear, Simple Pricing.

£110
Per Lesson
One-to-one coaching — no group rates
No subscription or contract required
All equipment provided by your coach
Cancel or reschedule with 48hrs notice — no charge

What's included

Everything You Need.

There are no hidden charges. £110 covers your complete lesson — Brian arrives fully equipped and focused entirely on your swimmer for the full duration.

100% one-to-one coaching throughout
Bespoke lesson plan tailored to your goals
Written progress notes after every session
All specialist equipment brought to you
DBS-checked, fully insured coach
Flexible scheduling, 7 days a week

The Process

Getting Started.

1

Submit Your Enquiry

Fill in the short form — takes under 2 minutes. Tell us about your swimmer, your pool location in Kensington or Chelsea, and preferred days. No commitment required at this stage.

2

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.

3

Your Coach Arrives

Brian comes to your Kensington or Chelsea pool fully equipped and ready. First lesson begins with a brief assessment so every session is built around your swimmer's specific needs.

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Common Questions

Kensington FAQ.

Yes — SwimFitz covers all of Kensington, South Kensington, Chelsea, Holland Park, Earl's Court, Brompton and surrounding W8, W14, SW7, SW3 and SW10 postcodes. If you have a private pool, enquire and we will confirm coverage.
Absolutely. Many Kensington and Chelsea properties feature beautifully designed indoor or basement pools and we work in them regularly. Brian assesses the space on arrival and adapts the lesson to suit perfectly. All equipment is brought to you.
Each private lesson is £110. There are no subscriptions, no contracts and no hidden fees. You can cancel or reschedule with 48 hours notice at no charge. See our full Terms & Conditions for details.
Baby swimming starts from 6 months with a parent in the water. Structured children's lessons begin at age 3, following the Swim England Learn to Swim pathway. Adults of all abilities are also very welcome — including complete beginners and nervous swimmers.
Submit your enquiry today and Brian will typically reply within 24 hours — usually the same day. Short-notice bookings are welcome where availability allows. Lessons run 7 days a week from 7am Monday to Friday and 9am on weekends.

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Ready to Book in Kensington?

Expert coaching at your pool. Brian replies within 24 hours.